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Continental Inn
2 stars

Continental Inn

414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
See location+1 831 429 1221
From
RM 353
Cheapest

rate per night

7.3
Good
based on 1035 reviews
1,035 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
RM 353
King room
RM 462
Queen room
RM 570
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Overview

The Continental Inn in Santa Cruz is just a five-minute drive from the boardwalk for easy access to sun, sand, and watersports. The Santa Cruz city center and Water Street are a short five-minute walk from the hotel. This mid-range hotel offers 49 non-smoking guestrooms for individuals and families. The pet-friendly hotel is less than 30 miles from Monterey Peninsula Airport and Mineta San Jose International Airport.

Standard rooms are available with one queen bed, one king bed, or two queen beds. There is also an Annex King room with extra space as well as Accessible Annex King rooms equipped with extra accessibility options. The standard guestrooms offer complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access, climate control, comfortable bedding, and a flat-screen television with premium cable channels. Refrigerators, work desks, and microwaves are in each room along with alarm clocks with USB ports and Keurig coffeemakers. The rooms have private bathrooms with hairdryers.

Many dining establishments are in the area of the hotel with a wide selection of cuisine options. Golden Palace offers authentic Chinese fare, Earthbelly serves healthy meals, and the Buttery offers French and American dishes. Other options nearby include M.G. Sushi, Walnut Avenue Café, Marianne’s Ice Cream, and Surfrider Café.

Guests looking for things to do outside of the Continental Inn will find all sorts of options. April Rose Natural Skin Care & Bodywork is nearby, as are Nickelodeon Theatre, the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History, and Del Mar Theater. The McPherson Center is less than half a mile from the hotel.

7.3
Good rating
Based on 1,035 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Continental Inn

Thu 7/8
Fri 8/8
King room
bed type unknown
RM 462
bed type unknown
RM 463
bed type unknown
RM 492
Queen room
2 queen beds
RM 570
2 queen beds
RM 655
2 queen beds
RM 726
Standard Room
bed type unknown
RM 353
bed type unknown
RM 377
1 queen bed
RM 377
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Continental Inn

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Accessible by lift
  • Adapted bath

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Microwave

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Shower cap

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock

General

  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Beach access

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Continental Inn

7.3
Good
1035 verified ratings
Wonderful
368
Very good
176
Good
192
Okay
74
Fair
85
Mediocre
48
Poor
92

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and cleanliness, with many noting the convenience of being close to the beach and downtown. However, service issues were a common complaint, particularly regarding check-in delays and unprofessional staff behavior. Overall, while many enjoyed their stay, the service left something to be desired.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
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4.2
Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2017
Pros (+) available
Cons (-) paper thin walls, TV noise, dogs barking, road resurfacing price point unrealistic, not competitive
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Dec 2015
Pros (+) Cery nice but parking was limited
Cons (-) Parking

Location

414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Museum of Art and History0.6 km
  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk1.1 km
  • Undertow Roller Coaster1.1 km
  • Mission Santa Cruz1.1 km
  • Cocoanut Grove1.1 km
  • Hinds House1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach1.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf1.8 km
  • Branciforte Adobe1.8 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Continental Inn

  • Where is Continental Inn located?

    Continental Inn is located at 414 Ocean Street, 1.1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. Museum of Art and History is the closest landmark to Continental Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Continental Inn?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Continental Inn.

  • Does Continental Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Continental Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Continental Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, Continental Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is Continental Inn from the airport?

    Continental Inn is 44.6 km from San Jose. Continental Inn is 45 km from Monterey Regional.

  • Does Continental Inn have a pool?

    Yes, Continental Inn has a pool on-site.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.5
1.1 km
San Jose
43.8 km

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