Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 45 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 46 min drive
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
Crow's Nest Restaurant - 19 min walk
Peoples Coffee - 14 min walk
Starbucks - 1 min walk
Brady's Yacht Club - 4 min drive
Verve Coffee Roasters - 2 min drive
About this property
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
When you stay at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights at this Edwardian hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
15 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Toys
What to do
Beach nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Beach towels
Romance packages
Facilities
Built in 1909
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Edwardian architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
30-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Microwave
Paper towels
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests traveling with their dogs who do not book dog-friendly rooms may not be allowed to check in.
Also known as
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Echo Ocean
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Ocean Echo Beach Cottages
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages 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 Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages like?
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is a short 5-minute walk from Twin Lakes State Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Santa Maria's Beach.
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Beach
Service staff
Room
Location
Breakfast
Bed
Cottage
Restaurant
Walking
View
What guests liked
The property is within a short walk to a beautiful beach with stunning ocean views. (23 reviews)
Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality and variety. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov 2024
Raymond
Raymond, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Oct 2024
Kaustav
Kaustav, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Oct 2024
Great location for steps to beach access.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
28 Sep 2024
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Sep 2024
Well maintained and clean cottage room. Very nice continental breakfast! Quiet guests. Walking distance to quiet beach and very close to nice tourist town and restaurants. FC
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
19 Aug 2024
The ceiling light was fading and provided no light. The toilet seat would not stay upright. The so called breakfast was a joke--------two hardboiled eggs and a few packets of oatmeal.. No place to sit. We have b een to lots of motels and this was the worse we have seen. Getting out of parking place difficult. Not in any way worth the exorbitant $500 price! Never again will be back. We have children living in Soquel
laurens
laurens, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Aug 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
18 Aug 2024
We paid for smores kits from them to use on their beach that 1) didn’t allow fires and 2) had a group of homeless folks sleeping at the entrance to the beach and 3) had sheriffs there for who knows what several times while we were there. Pillows were awful and mattresses not great. My daughter’s room was dark and basement like. Would not stay again.
Linda
Linda, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Aug 2024
Cool place to stay
Julie Rose
Julie Rose, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
13 Jul 2024
There is not a convenient path to the beach and the beach was filthy and not well maintained. The room to get the complimentary breakfast was extraordinarily tiny and could fit no more than two people at a time. Our sea breeze room was also small and dingy. My wife and I came here looking for a pleasant honeymoon experience, but we can honestly say we will never come back here again!
Michael
Michael, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Jul 2024
I love the ocean view and sounds. I didn’t like that I could hear everything happening in the offices above my room. Wonderful staff🌈🤗
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2024
Cottage family love
Always love staying at cottages with my family. Short walk to a nice beach. Love the full kitchen and BBQ. Little noisy with the neighbors this trip. Thank you for the fan in the living space because it can get just a little warm
Without it. We will be staying here again in the future.
Alicia
Alicia, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jul 2024
Tod
Tod, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2024
Jessica at the front desk was very, very nice!!
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun 2024
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
17 Jun 2024
The only reason I gave this property a 3/5 stars overall, is for their per fee on their property. Charging $50
Per per per day is a bit much, especially since you do not know that charge until after booking the room. Even 5 star hotels like the Four Seasons only charge $50 per stay. Other than that the hotel staff was helpful the rooms good, but the location was excellent for getting to the beach quickly and easily. Dog are also allowed on the leash. So a win, win. Only the extra per charges seem out of place for an awesome hotel.
David
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jun 2024
Kala
Kala, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jun 2024
Was a great little spot close to beach and restaurant. Very clean and friendly!