Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, United States View on map
7.8 Good Based on 239 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Rooms feature balconies, some with views of the boardwalk rollercoasters. The property is a 10-minute walk from the beach and provides free parking. A strong choice for beach-goers, less so for anyone requiring elevator access."

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Check-in
6 Oct 2026
Check-out
7 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Ocean Gate Inn

  • Free Parking
    No reservation
  • Free WiFi
    In-room access
  • 24-Hour Desk
    Late check-in
  • Boardwalk Access
    5-min walk
  • Coffee Machine
    In-room brew
  • Balcony Rooms
    Private outdoor

Overview

Nestled in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz is around 20 minutes' stroll from Cowell Beach. There's also a convenience of a car park on site.

The 2-star hotel is located 0.2 miles from Mike Fox Skate Park and 0.3 miles from Riverside Gardens Community Garden. Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf Event Venue is a popular place to visit, located about 25 minutes by foot from the Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz. Nature lovers will appreciate the vicinity of Santa Cruz Anchorage, which is miles away. The Santa Cruz hotel is situated in proximity to the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach, while Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station lies only a 10-minute walk away. The Sky Glider cable car station is 0.3 miles from the property.

Some of the 21 spacious rooms are equipped with an iron with ironing board and an air conditioner, as well as entertainment amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms include a private bathroom. Some bathrooms have a roll-in shower and a separate toilet, along with hair dryers. Along with a separate bedroom, an apartment also offers an a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering purposes.

The Ocean Gate Inn is within easy reach of Little Caesars, which serves delectable meals.

  • Check-in
    from 15:30 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    2 stars
Ocean Gate Inn
Our tips

Should you book Ocean Gate Inn?

Perfect if you
  • want a quick pizza fix - Little Caesars is just 700 feet from the hotel.
  • prefer a room with a private balcony - each room overlooks the San Lorenzo River.
Maybe skip if you
  • travel with a pet - the hotel does not allow pets.
Best for
  • the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk less than a kilometer away

Facilities of Ocean Gate

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
Ocean Gate Guest Services
  • Housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ironing facilities
  • AM/FM alarm clock

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Ocean Gate Inn applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:30 until 23:59
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.

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