CONTINENTAL INN | Santa Cruz ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

“The Continental Inn's location made exploring Santa Cruz incredibly easy and enjoyable!”view full review

Continental Inn - A Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel with Outdoor Pool and Pet-Friendly Rooms

Located at 414 Ocean Street, this Santa Cruz hotel features spacious rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, premium cable channels, microwaves, and refrigerators. Each accommodation includes complimentary WiFi, personal climate control, and Keurig coffee machines. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff and offers copy services. A seasonally heated outdoor pool provides recreation options. Guests have access to vending machines with beverages in the lobby. The hotel welcomes pets for an additional fee of $30 per night, with a maximum of two dogs per room. Continental Inn sits within walking distance of Downtown Santa Cruz and provides easy access to Cabrillo Highway 1. The property is 53 minutes from Monterey Regional Airport and 43 minutes from San Jose International Airport.

Pros

Located within walking distance to Whole Foods Market and Abbott Square

Pet-friendly accommodations with nearby access to multiple dog parks

Multilingual staff available 24/7

Complimentary self-parking for all guests

Cons

1 mile from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Wharf

Limited dining options within immediate vicinity

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Standard King Room

2 persons

21 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room Disability Access

2 persons

27 m²

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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King Room Annex

2 persons

27 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Queen Room

2 persons

19 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Santa Cruz800 m

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 52.7 km

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 66.6 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Home Away From Home

“The rooms at Continental Inn are truly a delight. They always come equipped with a coffee maker, refrigerator, and microwave, making it easy to have a snack or a hot beverage whenever you want. The cleanliness is perfect, and I appreciate the stone counters in the bathrooms - they add a touch of luxury!” view full review

Well-Appointed Escape

“I was kinda surprised by the bathrooms at Continental Inn. They have stone counters and are well-appointed, which adds a nice vibe to the space. It really made my stay feel more relaxing and comfortable after a long day of exploring.” view full review

Entertainment Galore

“The TV in my room was fantastic! It had access to Disney Channel, a bonus for some light-hearted fun in the evenings. With good Wi-Fi, I could also stream my favorite shows seamlessly, making my downtime even better.” view full review

Relaxing Oasis

“I absolutely loved the hot tub at the Continental Inn! While it was a bit warmer than I prefer, it was still incredibly relaxing. The swimming pool area was well-maintained, making it a perfect spot to unwind in the sun. Plus, with easy access to complimentary ice cubes, it was the perfect way to chill out after a long day.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Housekeeping

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

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414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

2.1 km

Harbour

Santa Cruz Wharf

2.1 km

Museum

Museum of Art and History

1.4 km

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

1.5 km

Landmark

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

2.1 km

Theatre

Rio Theatre

1.1 km

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

1.4 km

Landmark

Pacific Avenue

1.4 km

Landmark

San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center

630 m

Beach

Seabright State Beach

1.5 km

Landmark

Nickelodeon Theatre

1.4 km

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

740 m

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

820 m

Amusement Park

Laurel Park

1.4 km

Landmark

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

1.6 km

Store

Whole Foods Market

640 m

Park

Abbott Square

680 m

Landmark

Del Mar Theatre

650 m

Landmark

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

1.1 km

Store

Shopper's Corner

780 m

Landmark

L H Selman Ltd Glass Gallery

1.6 km

Landmark

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

2.3 km

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

2.3 km

Landmark

Broadway Playhouse

630 m

Landmark

The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio

630 m

Landmark

Santa Cruz Art League Galleries

630 m

Gallery

Art League Inc-Santa Cruz

630 m

Landmark

Sky Glider

2.1 km

Landmark

Ocean View Park

1.2 km

Landmark

Giant Dipper

2.1 km

Nearby

Parks and Recreation Dept

350 m

Ocean Street

430 m

Restaurants

Jack in the Box

510 m

640 Ocean St

Chelito's Pupuseria

560 m

107 Leonard St

Taqueria Jalapenos y Pupuseria

560 m

107 Leonard St

India Joze

830 m

418 Front Street

Pizza My Heart

780 m

1116 Pacific Ave Ste B

Santa Cruz Diner

800 m

909 Ocean St

Mission Hill Creamery

840 m

1101 Pacific Ave Ste B

Cold Stone Creamery

780 m

1129 Pacific Ave

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Continental Inn - A Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel with Outdoor Pool and Pet-Friendly Rooms

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