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Located 2 minutes’ walk away from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Carousel Beach Inn offers rooms equipped with a private balcony. It serves a daily continental breakfast. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is featured in each room as well as a private patio, a microwave, a refrigerator, a hairdryer and an alarm clock. Free WiFi is available in every room. Select rooms offer a spa bath for two or views of the amusement park. Guests are greeted by a 24-hour front desk at the Carousel Beach Inn. Free guest parking is available. Vending machines featuring snacks and drinks are offered on-site. Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf is less than 2 mi away. A variety of activities are nearby, such as golf, water sports, fishing, sailing, and state parks. The University of Santa Cruz is 5 mi away. Shopping and dining opportunities in Santa Cruz town center are 6 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the real heart of Santa Cruz, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
7.7
High score for Santa Cruz
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Isabel
    United States of America United States of America
    I liked the distance from the hotel to the rides. I was very convenient
  • Amber
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff, location, cleanliness, free breakfast and parking. Appreciated that the water came fast and hot in the shower. Drained well too- that matters to us lol.
  • Hall
    United States of America United States of America
    Location is perfect for the family walking. . . Continental breakfast was fresh and convenient. . .

Area info

Amenities of Carousel Beach Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Carousel Beach Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note: During the period between April 1st and June 1st guests must be a minimum of 21 years of age to check in at the property.

Please note: Only 1 parking space is provided per room.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Carousel Beach Inn

  • Carousel Beach Inn is 1,150 feet from the center of Santa Cruz. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Carousel Beach Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, Carousel Beach Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Carousel Beach Inn include:

    • Family
    • Double

  • Carousel Beach Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Carousel Beach Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Carousel Beach Inn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Carousel Beach Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.9).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental