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Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

2.0 star property

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A parking lot with several cars and people walking.
A hotel room with a microwave, a small refrigerator, a vanity with a mirror, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and framed pictures on the wall.
View from property
A modern reception desk with a marble counter, a computer, and a potted orchid.
A bathroom with a wooden floor, a sink with a mirror, a black cabinet, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a painting, and a desk with a phone.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a window with blinds.

Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a mini-fridge, a wooden dresser, and a door leading outside.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden nightstand, a framed picture, a wall-mounted ironing board, and a door with a window.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 1,007 reviews
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

About this property

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

A 24-hour front desk, free newspapers, and free self parking are available at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. Housekeeping is available on request.
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offers 25 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Services include luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 15 minutes by foot from Monterey Bay
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz offers its guests complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1957
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 at the property
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Facilities fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Fireside Inn Santa Cruz.

Property is 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

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 318 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 121 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 110 out of 1001 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all the fun places and good food ❤️‍🔥
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was great helped with checking in. Great location to the board walk .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and amazing location so close to the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A decent spot right near the boardwalk. It’s my go to spot when I visit!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teiva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel near all, good position, good parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Angela

It was close to the boardwalk, best part about the room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tailah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but wished I booked more! Really nice room to stay in, bed was super comfortable! Room felt super clean too. Lovely staff. Parking was easy. Amazing location, right on the beach boardwalk with a nice view of it from the room. Nice cafes and restaurants around. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location right by the waterfront only stayed one night. Second time at the motel so we knew what to expect. Rooms were renovated nicely and owners are quite nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SETH

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, great place to stay with the family!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. A little cramped. The location is perfect to park the car and go.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ron

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
For the price, it was fine. Staff was very courteous and friendly. Room is what you get for the price. Right next to the Boardwalk is why you are staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean room with fridge and microwave! I would definitely come back. Staff is very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean great service!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good, but the room is old with old appliances. Neighbors were loud through midnights, which was a down side. Two queen beds were split into two rooms, which is different. Parking was a little hard since it’s on a downhill, but overall, it was a good experience. Check in and out was easy. Staff (Sam) was cool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

*

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and a fun area. Staff made sure we were taken care of.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room in a great location The staff was very helpful and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark Lyndon

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Beth

Liked: Staff & service
Nice enough for the convenience of being across the street from the Boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here during a solo trip. Felt completely comfortable and safe. Great location felt like I was near everything I wanted to go to. I just didn’t like the sound of the aluminum(?) bed frame when I got on and off the bed. Felt like a big back lol
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Amenities
Clean room, staff was nice,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jarod

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, hidden gem. Disregard the older reviews the ownership has changed and the rooms have been remodeled. For the price you get all the basic amenities with an even greater location close to the tourist area of santa cruz
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

celesta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A really great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner was incredibly kind, helped me navigate the area, such a pleasant experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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