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.
“The theme of the hotel was cute- it fit with the Boardwalk - which was right across the street - very convenient. Free popcorn, free parking, nice breakfast. The staff was friendly . We were able to get a room West facing and could see the...”
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Aswin
United States
“It was a great location and looking forward for my future stay at the same hotel.”
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Kathleen
United States
“I really enjoyed my stay at the inn. The rooms were clean, and the beds were comfy. My room had a refrigerator and microwave. It was nice to have. Staff was kind and friendly.”
Danielle
United States
“My son loved the popcorn. It was his favorite part and the waffles with toppings. :) Thank you for making our stay wonderful and his birthday special for him.”
Provino
United States
“great location, friendly staff, all around very nice”
Schwartz
United States
“It was great close to the boardwalk I was close to places to eat it was easy to find and easy to get parking”
Tzu-ying
United States
“nice and friendly staff, clean room, good location, and good TV”
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Michael
United States
“The location is perfect and the hotel room was great! You can go bowling, go to the arcade and best of all the boardwalk all within 1500 feet of the property. The waffles are really good in the morning and couldn’t ask for better front desk...”
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Elizabeth
United States
“3rd year in a row that we came to SC for the boardwalk activities. Very convenient location, free parking, and breakfast included. It’s become a tradition that we really love. Staff is great, and couldn’t have been kinder!”
Eva
United States
“Close to the amusement park, quiet, clean! Friendly staff!!!”
Area info
Food and Drink
Breakfast
Good breakfast included with all options.
Food
Bread • Pastries • Butter • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Jam • Cereal
Drinks
Coffee • Tea • Hot chocolate • Fruit juice
Cuisine
Continental
More food and drink
Meals • Facilities
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 accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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