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The Boardwalk Beach House

2.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Santa Cruz with free breakfast

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Enjoy the serene coastal atmosphere with waves gently breaking onto the sand.
Relax in a classic seating area with a stylish chair and ornate vase.
Relax in a serene outdoor space with a small building, table, and chair, surrounded by lush vegetation and a pergola.
Two-story house with a garage and an outdoor space surrounded by trees.
Relax in a tidy and inviting space with a comfortable bed and a view of the balcony.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, coffee table, and mirror.

Exclusive Room

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Relax in a cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, a desk, and a window with sheer curtains.

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
118 First St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cowell's Beach
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Street
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    6 min walk
  • Ideal Bar & Grill
    5 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl
    1 min walk
  • Marini's at the Beach
    3 min walk
  • Hot Dog on A Stick
    6 min walk

About this property

The Boardwalk Beach House

Bed & breakfast near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
At The Boardwalk Beach House, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, a reception hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises, a water dispenser, and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Showers and shampoo
  • 52-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services
  • Private fenced yards and housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1910
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 52-inch flat-screen TV
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Beach House
The Boardwalk House Santa Cruz
The Boardwalk Beach House Santa Cruz
The Boardwalk Beach House Bed & breakfast
The Boardwalk Beach House Bed & breakfast Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boardwalk Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Boardwalk Beach House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boardwalk Beach House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boardwalk Beach House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boardwalk Beach House located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

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The Boardwalk Beach House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tommy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Just ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaaren

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sharon was a great hostess, not just for her delicious breakfasts and fresh pressed coffee, but was fun to talk to and full of useful information about where to go in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Needs some upgrades

There was no desk or chair to view my PC! There was free WiFi and it worked great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mana

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023