Carousel Beach Inn

2 stars
8.5
Very good
based on 2386 reviews
2,386 reviews
110 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
110 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
+1 831 425 7090
Wed 05.08
-
Thu 06.08
2 guests, 1 room
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₪317
/Cheapest rate per night
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Standard room, bed type unknown
₪317
Queen room, 2 queen beds
₪420
Double room, bed type unknown
₪435
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Overview

Located close to Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station, Carousel Beach Inn provides guests with an ideal base when visiting Santa Cruz. It is close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, restaurants and shops.

The motel provides free wireless internet and free private parking on site. Welcoming and professional staff are available 24 hours a day.

This motel provides rooms with an en suite bathroom, air conditioning and a TV. They each include a refrigerator and heating.

Carousel Beach Inn is ideally located for sightseeing in the local area with Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster just a stone's throw away. Undertow Roller Coaster and Pacific Avenue are each within walking distance.

8.5
Very good
2386 reviews

Latest deals for Carousel Beach Inn

Wed 05.08
-
Thu 06.08
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪317
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
₪489
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₪555
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪386
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
₪591
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
₪420
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₪435
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
₪557
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
₪454
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪763
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
₪900
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₪539
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₪555
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Carousel Beach Inn

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Accessible parking
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Services and conveniences

  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Things to do

  • Hiking

Reviews of Carousel Beach Inn

8.5
Very good
2386 verified ratings
Wonderful
1080
Very good
562
Good
410
Okay
146
Fair
97
Mediocre
37
Poor
54

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2.0
Poor
April, Apr 2026
Despite the negative reviews and complaints, the hotel continues to advertise their property with misleading photos on their website. The rundown condition of the hotel, coupled with the unsanitary and unpleasant experiences of guests, raise serious concerns about the cleanliness and safety of the establishment. It is not only unacceptable for a hotel to have such poor hygiene and maintenance, but...
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Location

110 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Undertow Roller Coaster90 m
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk114 m
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster197 m
  • Cocoanut Grove237 m
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach262 m
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf0.9 km
  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.9 km
  • Museum of Art and History1.3 km
  • Hinds House1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor1.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.7 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Carousel Beach Inn

  • Where is Carousel Beach Inn located?

    Carousel Beach Inn is located at 110 Riverside Avenue, 1.5 km from the center of Santa Cruz. Undertow Roller Coaster is the closest landmark to Carousel Beach Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Carousel Beach Inn?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Carousel Beach Inn.

  • Does Carousel Beach Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Carousel Beach Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Carousel Beach Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, Carousel Beach Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is Carousel Beach Inn from the airport?

    Carousel Beach Inn is 44.8 km from San Jose. Carousel Beach Inn is 44.8 km from Monterey Regional.

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Distance to airport

8.7
1.5 km
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44.8 km

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