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Reviews of The Aqua Pacific Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

330 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States of America

#33 of 57 hotels in Santa Cruz

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 219 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    8.2

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free Wifi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: May 20, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My only concern with this property was around safety. The room doors have a deadbolt lock that has a keyhole on the outside of the room. I felt I needed a little extra security as my room was right next to an external stairway. The second concern involved the parked placard that is required to parking in the lot. The placard had my room number listed. It also states the placard must be on the rear view mirror with the room number facing up. I did not do this and was hesitant about leaving the card visible with even the property name on the placard.

    Sofia and her husband are amazing. I lost my debit card earlier in the day and didn't realize it until I checked in that evening. Sofia was understanding in a moment of panic for me. She worked with me to make sure the room deposit was taken care of. They were both attentive and checked in to make sure everything with the room was good. The bed was so comfortable, and I slept very well, something that doesn't happen often while I am traveling.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2024

    8.0
    Simple, inexpensive, not too far from the boardwalk.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pool area was not inviting.

    Very practical place to stay.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was a mexican party in the neighborhood and because of the open hotel with its open walls it sounded like it was in my hotel room. But this stopped at 22:30

    Location was perfect, close to all the things I wanted to see in Santa Cruz. Perfect bathroom and bed. People workinf there were super friendly especially Islam (Front Desk) Overall an 9/10 experience

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable, clean accommodation at a good price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Clean room and comfortable bed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    8.0
    Great and clean room, kind employee.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fridge was on the small side and the faucet was a bit loose.

    A very nice employee who checked us in. Room was clean and tidy, seemed like it was recently renovated. Location is oke, it’s a 30 min walk to the wharf.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    9.0
    Cosy and central !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very good stay ! The room was very clean and confortable. I slept so well ! Quick walk to the beach and to downtown also. Everything can be done by walk or bus ! Staff was so nice, thank you again Iftee for your time and help 🙏

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    9.0
    Nice place, would recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pools out of service, room missing shampoo and conditioner

    Location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The walls were paper thin. We were treated to an all night discussion of our neighbor's comparative infidelities. And I could tell they weren't even yelling. Also the bathrooms were so small you had to get in the shower to open the door from the inside.

    The staff was excellent and the price was good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    9.0
    Clean, quiet and right where I wanted to be.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking was excellent, right behind the hotel. There are several restaurants nearby. My destination was the Rio Theater, which is less than a mile away. Friendly town.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small douche, swimming pool announced but not open.

    Location not too far from sea boulevard a reasonable price

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2024

    7.0
    :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good layout

    Good location good property

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2024

    7.0
    Easy peasy pacific
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was a light you couldn’t turn off on the mirror in the room which cast a bright green glow throughout the night - I still managed to get a good night sleep but if I wasn’t jet lagged I may have struggled. The blinds also let in a lot of light so bring an eye mask if you’re light sensitive. Pool was out of order, I believe the jacuzzi was working but when we went down the gate was padlocked but just decided to go to dinner earlier - so wasn’t too put out by this.

    Great location, very reasonable price. Extremely soft bed.!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly reception staff.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 23, 2024

    8.0
    Nice place, nice location, nice staff, and I was pleased.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Suite with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The window had blinds but were not 100% effective because they were damaged but that was the only thing I noticed and it didn’t affect my stay quality

    Very modern with usb ports easily accessible

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 15, 2024

    8.0
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Kinda noisy room109

    Clean

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2024

    8.0
    Very nice motel with a lot of charm and nice upgrades, will definitely stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The heater in the room was difficult to adjust—the button to lower temp felt somewhat worn out and took a lot of pressing to lower the temp. Heater was somewhat noisy.

    Very cute old motel, recently renovated in good taste. Desk staff were very kind and accommodating. Room was clean and comfortable. Bed was comfortable with good pillows

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom layout made you stand in the shower to shut the door.

    Great pool and location.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Although advertised on the hotel sign and booking.com listing, the spa was out of order and the pool heater was not working (so pool was quite chilly, although tolerable for a couple of quick laps) Manager said these would be fixed the day after our stay. Loud footsteps in the room upstairs.

    Great location. Comfortable bed, very clean room, effective heater that was not noisy! Pool/courtyard-facing room so we heard very little traffic noise. Nice staff.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: October 2, 2023

    8.0
    for the quick turnaround stay I did it was perfect, clean and comfy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room (1 adult + 1 child)
    • Stayed 1 night

    they can have a bathroom's for guests in the lobby ish area, it was challenging to find a bathroom in town

    the room coffee was surprisingly good. for the quick turnaround stay I did it was perfect, clean and comfy.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2023

    9.0
    friendly good value safe comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    no full length mirror but not a deal breaker

    friendly owner, made us feel welcome. location convenient for walking to boardwalk and restaurants extra’s in the room great light mirror, fridge extra towels comfortable bed and best pillows! access to indoor pool free parking

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The window blinds were both broken and not enough to keep the lights from the street and the sunlight out.

    The room was clean and the bed/pillows were comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 15, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    bathroom was too small , it was hard to going inside and closing the door; TV didn’t work. It didn’t have telephone for talk with desk.

    Good location, clean room and great customer service; they were kind and responsible ;for example we forgot to buy water and it was 2 am so the guy gave us water bottles. Most of hotels always say no we don’t have

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 10, 2023

    9.0
    would recommend and stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was modern and clean. The owner was very personal and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2023

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