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Reviews of Pacific Blue Inn 4 stars

636 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States

#8 of 59 hotels in Santa Cruz

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 348 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    8.0
    The location is unbeatable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The bed was comfortable but far too warm, and the A/C unit was so loud I couldn't leave it on during the night. Google Maps said free breakfast was included. It is not. My mistake, the booking.com listing does not mention free breakfast. I reported it on Google Maps. It is a pity there is no fridge in the room. Guests can use the kitchen fridge.

    The location is amazing. Right in the downtown area and 10 minutes walking from the boardwalk. The room was spacious, clean, and I loved the walk-in shower. Having the automated coffee machine in the lobby 24/7 is great for an early riser. Parking on the lot nextdoor was included.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    Some of the other reviews mention this, but noise really carries through the courtyard and into the rooms. We could hear every word of a Zoom call that was taken in the courtyard at 7am, which was not ideal. It would be great for the hotel to provide ear plugs or kindly suggests that guests to take calls inside the lobby/cafe areas, especially so early in the morning.

    The location is excellent -- it's walking distance to downtown and a trail that leads to the Boardwalk. The room was clean and spacious and the king size bed and pillows were very comfortable. Self-parking is also available for an additional charge and very close to the hotel.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    9.0
    Great spot for a couple. Super quiet.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Looking for a dip in a pool on a hot day. Guess I coulda just gone to the beach.

    10min walk to Santa Cruz Pier and beaches. Check out the sea lions barking and jostling for a space on the piers pickings. 5 mins to downtown and 3 mins to the Baglery. Super comfortable bed and nice touches in the room like a LED fireplace/ heater.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Na

    Great location and clean quiet rooms

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2025

    9.0
    Really nice hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Well, it's Santa Cruz. A lot of homeless, people with personality challenges. Particularly on Paciific Avenue. I wasn't surprised. I lived there forr 50 years.

    Nice room. Clean hotel.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything.

    Room was comfortable and clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish there was a recycle bin in the room but no big deal. I just hate leaving trash.

    It was clean, bed was comfortable, staff was friendly and explained everything. We weren't there too long but really enjoyed our stay.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff leaves premises around 5 PM in the evening. Basically, you're on your own If you need anything. Also, I didn't like the fact that the room did not come with a fridge.

    The location was excellent. The room and over Inn was clean and well maintained.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    8.0
    Wonderful inn! Thanks for being friendly and welcoming!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A fellow guest said there used to be breakfast. That would be nice! Also please be up front about adding extra $ for parking — that was a surprise on my bill. Otherwise great value! Just wished that was more transparent.

    Sooo cute!! Clean, lovely. Great coffee! I would gladly stay again.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2025

    9.0
    Adorable, independent hotel. Street parking is very easy! $0.75-1.50 per hour
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    The walls are paper thin. I thought someone was in my room when I was in the bathroom. The voices from an adjacent room sounded like they were right next to me.

    Such an adorable spot. Independently owned and operated and everything has a personal touch. Very accommodating to guest requests and they make it convenient for self check-in.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pillows were too soft and it would be nice to have newer televisions

    Tina was very helpful and friendly

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    If you are looking for a simple, quiet room in a quaint building, this is it. With a big bathroom. It is also in a quiet and original part of Santa Cruz, easy to walk places and get breakfast! Sal is great who takes some management and Tina as well. The lockbox check in is super easy too

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2025

    9.0
    Quiet, comfortable and convenient. Will definitely stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    We stayed one night while helping get the kid home from UC Santa Cruz. Blue Pacific Inn was very nice with a clean room and really comfortable bed, and a ceiling fan for air circulation. Slept well. Self check-in directions were easy and accurate. Parking was convenient, only a few feet from the front of the hotel. There were chocolate chip cookies waiting in the lobby for us, (late check in), it was a nice touch.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    To be honest...everything was amazing!

    Very spacious and comfortable room. Very comfortable king size bed. The pacific inn blue is dog friendly, really helpful and courteous staff. Water and ice machine always available. They offer hot drinks and cookies definitely excellent! Parking space available for 15$ per day.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    10
    It was great, will definitely be staying here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My partner and I loved that it’s tucked away and once you walk in very quiet and beautiful. It was one of the cleanest rooms we’ve stayed in. Calvin was very kind and welcoming, he was very accommodating. We will definitely be booking again.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    8.0
    Very comfortable stay with friendly and personable staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    Some of the facilities seem a bit old like the water and ice machines at the front and the locks on the doors seem a little flimsy for a hotel.

    The location is perfect! It's walking distance to the beach/boardwalk and downtown, so once we parked the car, we could walk everywhere, which was very convenient. The staff were also very nice and it was an altogether pleasant experience.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, spotless, nice staff, free brownies.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor reception by telephone

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Clean

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    9.0
    Very good. Excellent location. Perfect if attending Warriors farm team or the Catylist.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Instructions about the heating. Need a a phone charger port.

    Location. Nice facility.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    During cold days, patio should be covered somewhat to deter cold weather from room going inside lobby for coffee.

    Close to our venue.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2025

    9.0
    Comfortable and convenient, and enjoyed the cookies and coffee options.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Windows face into the corridor/inner courtyard only, not outside.

    Convenient location and parking. Cute property, small but comfortable and quiet. Pretty garden and terrace area.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2025

    10
    Great place to stay near Downtown and Wharf.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet, yet near great restaurants and activities! Can walk to the Ocean, Wharf, West Cliff, and Pacific Ave!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2025

    8.0
    Good location and its Santa Cruz do it’s give and take
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Walk in showers

    Location

    Stayed in February 2025

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