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Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self parking
  • Free toiletries
The price is CA $96
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - 16 Jan 2025

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Microwave
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - 1 Jan 2025
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About the area

Map
311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min walk
  • Pacific Avenue - 6 min walk
  • Cowell's Beach - 8 min walk
  • Ocean Street - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 44 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 47 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

When you stay at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Hindi

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 25 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)

Other information

  • No alcohol served onsite
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1957
  • Mosquito nets

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Facility access costs USD 3 per accommodation, per night

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Fireside Santa Cruz
Paradise Hotel Santa Cruz
Paradise Inn By The Beach Hotel Santa Cruz
Paradise Motel Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Motel
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fireside Inn Santa Cruz does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What's the area around Fireside Inn Santa Cruz like?
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz is located near Main Beach in Westside Santa Cruz, a short 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 4 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice little hotel great area right next to the bowling alley and board walk.
Sharon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Updated and cozy
The hotel has updates to the rooms and the exterior and there is a lot of security cameras which is nice. The owner is a very nice man and helpful. The inside of the rooms are more comfortable with the updates they did to the floors, paint, mirrors and showers. The hotel is good for a short 3-4 days stay my partner and son stayed for up to four days and it was perfectly fine. The water takes a while to heat up but that’s just due to old pipes. It may not have a continental breakfast or offer a vallet service but the views of the beach, and the fact that it’s steps away from the boardwalk bowl and Santa Cruz beach boardwalk is a huge plus and benefit when you stay here. It’s cozy, updated and right next to the beach. It’s reasonably priced and well worth the stay!
Danielle, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Melissa, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Close to boardwalk
Location was great, next to the boardwalk but there was no coffee in the room or on yhe premises. The second night we had no tv because it was out. Window Screens were hanging off all over too!
Beth, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
Great location. Easy walk to the wharf for dinner. The boardwalk is close and if you like bowling or miniature golf they are both within a two-minute walk. Also close to beach volleyball and the sand. The proprietor was kind and helpful.
David, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Debra, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great location, some facilties need attention
Great location but was let down by the facilities and cleanliness. Floor was sandy on our arrival and towels were damp.....we hope from being washed and not used! The AC would not stay on for more than a few minutes, luckily we were not staying in the height of summer. There was nowhere to hang clothes or open cases, except the sandy floor. It was great having a microwave and fridge, but there was only one chair and no table to sit at. There were no lamps, the main lights were the only lights.
3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The place seemed to be clean and had everything we needed for just a night sleep so I can’t complain. I did like that. There was two separate rooms in our room with a door dividing for more privacy. The owner/manager was very friendly and helpful. Didn’t realize how close it was to the boardwalk when I booked it.
Michelle, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The owners were very friendly! I was very hesitant because of all the negative comments and feedback online, but I went in with an open mind. The room was very clean, I loved that the sheets smelled of bleach, they would remind me that if I needed room service or anything, not to hesitate to ask. There’s a microwave, fridge, big tv, wonderful shower with sliding glass doors. The boardwalk and tons of restaurants and the wharf are right there. The parking is a bit tight, but that really is no problem. Just a little navigation. Waking up and seeing the rides, ocean and hearing the seals is so cool. Don’t believe the negative things about this place!! I’ll definitely be staying there again when I go back. I’m sure grateful for the friendly staff, whom I feel were probably the nicest folks I met in the 5 days I was in California.
Vivian, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Will, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Sean, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Aaron, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Property seemed quite run down. Had a musty smell. AC would only blow if you turned it off and then back on. Then it only lasted for about 3 minutes and shut off. It was hard to sleep as it was so hot. The bed frame was metal and made noise with any little movement. Mattress was hard, as were the pillows. Which of course made it hard to sleep. There was not any type of small closet or place to put clothes/jackets. No space in the bathroom to set toiletries. Parking lot was small and crammed and on a hill. There may have been one flat-ish spot but that’s about it. Our car isn’t big but we even changed spots out of fear it would be hit if any larger vehicle needed to find a spot.
Laurie Ann, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to stay being as close as you can to the boardwalk and reasonable pricing.
Jayden, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I was very pleasantly surprised by this hotel. My girlfriend and I were visiting Santa Cruz and decided we would look for a place to stay since we drove 5 hours and couldn’t drive back the same day. Not being familiar with the area, we initially thought our best option would be a hotel that was nearly a 30 minute walk from the Boardwalk. We then decided we needed something closer to the beach, even if it meant sacrificing quality. This is when we came across Fireside Inn. We noticed that it looked a bit dated from the online photos, but it wasn’t a real breaker for us. It was a 3 minute walk from the beach, so we booked our stay, which was also at a great price. Upon arriving at the location, we were initially confused as to where the hotel was, since none of the buildings matched the photos online. As it turns out, the hotel had been recently painted and looks much better than it does online. The parking situation was very simple, and checking in was easy. Staff was very friendly and even wished me a happy birthday (thank you again!). The real surprise came once we entered our room. When I say this room was clean, I mean it was CLEAN. It was clearly recently remodeled. Nice paint, clean floors, comfortable bed, heated and lit bathroom mirror, walk-in shower with glass doors, so on. Instead of sacrificing quality like we originally thought, our expectations were actually greatly exceeded. I will absolutely stay here again next time I visit Santa Cruz.
Jordi, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Property is walking distance to the beach
lezah, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

If you come back late, you will not finding any parking whatsoever! Our room didn’t have any curtains just the plain clear window! Will not be staying here again!
Leticia, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

We had a pleasant stay at the Fireside Inn. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Anna, 1-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

So I checked in Friday at 11pm my room was dirty it had a piece of pizza on the floor and old blood stains in the sheets. I had my stay for two nights and the air conditioning was broken I told them they didn’t say anything and I had to ask for towels. Also the bed was very ruff. The next day they changed out by bed sheets and gave me another set with blood on them
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great value, especially for the cost. Great location and better-than-expected room.
Ty, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location near the beach and the funfair. Convenient onsite parking. Friendly, helpful staff. Would recommend.
Carol, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

The parking is terrible. There was no coffee in the room or even the office. The location was good because we could walk to the Boardwalk.
Lela, 1-night family trip
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