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overall pretty nice
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Our heater did not work. The light in the bathroom did not work. Usually a perfect stay. This was the first time things were not working.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Very normal hotel, staff was very friendly, breakfast was fresh. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Very close to everything. Ppl running it are as nice as anyone could ask for. The actual rooms are clean and functional. It’s not the Taj Mahal. The place is a bargain when one considers everything.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Excellent service, breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Pool was dirty. Cleaners were great and on timing. Coffee bar was great. Electricity went out all night and I was forced to get a new hotel up the street. They did not offer me a partial compensation or any compensation for that matter. Very disappointing to sit in the dark on Christmas Eve and not ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Our family enjoyed a pleasant one-night stay. John made us feel at home and seemed like a part of our family.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Adorable place! Great location. Very cozy. And there's a hotel kitty named Rio who's just adorable. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Great food and location
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Great stay! Hotel and room were very clean, comfortable, and up to date. Hot breakfast was excellent. Convenient parking. Staff were very helpful. It will be my go-to hotel in Santa Cruz.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
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