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About the Hotel

110 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
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Steps from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Great
8.5
/10
4.3
4.1
/5

The 2-star Carousel Beach Inn Santa Cruz is located nearly 5 minutes on foot from Beach Flats Community Garden, offering 16 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a car park. This Santa Cruz inn lies in the Cowell Beach district, in the vicinity of such cultural sights as the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.

Location

Situated 2.6 km from the Sunny Cove, the hotel is only 1.4 km from the Cave Train. The nearby entertainment attractions are the Mike Fox Skate Park (650 metres) and Santa Cruz Wharf Pier (1.1 km).

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Cowell Beach, which is about a 5-minute ride away. There is the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center just 1.2 km away, and Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station is in close proximity to the Carousel Beach Inn Santa Cruz.

The Sky Glider cable car station is approximately 10 minutes on foot from the accommodation.

Rooms

The rooms include an adjoining terrace and a private patio, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your convenience. Most rooms of Carousel Beach Inn feature a private balcony. Providing a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are also appointed with hair dryers and a shower cap.

Eat & Drink

This Santa Cruz hotel is just a few steps from Barbary Coast Restaurant, which serves delectable meals.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll the Boardwalk and try a famous Dippin' Dots treat.
  • Visit the Santa Cruz Beach Museum of Natural History for fun.
  • Don't miss the mystery of the Ghost Tour at night at the Boardwalk.
  • Enjoy a scenic view hike at Natural Bridges State Beach.
  • Savor a classic tri-tip sandwich at the Picnic Basket café.
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Carousel Beach Inn offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard King Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Queen Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
King Room
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Carousel Beach Inn offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.3/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Services

  • Housekeeping

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Carousel Beach Inn Location

110 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
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110 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
Nearby
Cocoanut Grove
1000 ft
Boardwalk Bowl
1000 ft
Boardwalk Photos
1300 ft
Restaurants
Surf City Grill
900 ft
400 Beach St Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
El Hermoso Mar
1100 ft
313 Beach St
Coaster's Bar and Grill
1100 ft
115 Cliff St
Loard's Ice Cream
1100 ft
307 Beach St
Tacos Moreno
1200 ft
303 Beach St
Firefly Coffee House
2600 ft
131 Front St # A # A
Little Caesars
2900 ft
233 Ocean St
Yan Flower
3100 ft
617 Pacific Ave
Betty Burgers
5200 ft
505 Seabright Avenue
Getting around
City Centre
Santa Cruz14 min  ·  3700 ft
Airports
Mineta San Jose International (SJC)82 min  ·  33.9 mi
Monterey Peninsula (MRY)103 min  ·  42.6 mi
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Carousel Beach Inn provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
16
Former name
Carousel Motel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Carousel Beach Inn from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 727 verified reviews
8.3/10
Great
85%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.6/10
Facilities
8.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
9.6/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 1759 reviews
8.5/10
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