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Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, freezer
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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Located near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Hitching Post Studios Inn welcomes travelers with multilingual staff. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, convenient laundry facilities, a relaxing garden, and a business center for work needs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 256
AED 295 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mystery Spot - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Buttery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a business center at Hitching Post Studios Inn. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and freezers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hitching Post Motel
Hitching Post Motel Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hitching Post Studios Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios
Hitching Post Hotel Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn Motel
Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Hitching Post Studios Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hitching Post Studios Inn located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Santa Cruz Harbor and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Ocean Street and Dominican Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Hitching Post Studios Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 271 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 271 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 271 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 271 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 271 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean property with wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property with wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and clean rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Host was very nice and hospitable. The location was quiet and comfortable. Amazing affordable place to stay in Santa Cruz. We’ll be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing trip because of how awesome this location was. Quiet, easy to park (even my big truck fit the parking spaces) and the market across the way had all the right snacks for my birthday event on the beach! Thank you again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room we had was with a kitchen. It met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BEATRIZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Host was very kind, and made an effort to help us secure our bikes. The rooms are clean but are modestly appointed with furniture. Guests must pay extra to access kitchen tools and resources.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

srinivas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the place. Would like to extend the stay but price went up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was a little concerned after reading a few negative reviews, but they must have been old. Clean, pleasant, and entirely convenient for our purposes. Our room had a kitchen as well, which would be really handy if you were looking to save money on vacation (there’s a grocery store just down the street).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was clean and quiet, front desk very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night, it was clean, comfortable with excellent parking and excellent facilities in the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Sad area. Was fine for my purpose to be in Santa Cruz
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene Ray III

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like everything and easy check in and check out
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Elvia

As soon as we walked in the room there was an overwhelming smell of toxic cleaning supplies used. It was late and we were tired, but we stayed up for quite a while with both the window and door wide open. The odor was so strong that it was still present in the morning. The property worker was not available when we tried to address the strong "cleaning" odor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Wyatt

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unknown
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've past by this place countless times over the years because it looked questionable. Well, it’s a different place now. The staff is kind, the rooms are quiet and clean, and it's convenient and affordable. It’s not “fancy”, but it’s certainly not “trashy”. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s really nothing around the property, but downtown and the pier are a short drive. However, the hotel is remodeled, clean and safe. The owner and staff are all very nice people. I’ll go back next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Terrible air-conditioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CASSIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a smaller Inn, which is nice because there’s less traffic/cars and people, making for a quiet and safe feeling stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very basic TV and room very dull and old
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025