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Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Interior
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Property entrance
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, freezer
Exterior
Hitching Post Studios Inn, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, offers a warm welcome with free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Guests can connect with multilingual staff, unwind in the garden or access the business center for any last-minute tasks.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
$71 nightly
The total price is $82
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Exterior

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  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 796 reviews
$70 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mystery Spot - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 44 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jeffery's Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Buttery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hitching Post Studios Inn

When you stay at Hitching Post Studios Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Closed captioned TV
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

Hitching Post Motel
Hitching Post Motel Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hitching Post Studios Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios
Hitching Post Hotel Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn Motel
Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Hitching Post Studios Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hitching Post Studios Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hitching Post Studios Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Hitching Post Studios Inn and nearby?

Hitching Post Studios Inn has a garden.

What's the area around Hitching Post Studios Inn like?

Hitching Post Studios Inn is in Eastside Santa Cruz, a short 15-minute walk from Santa Cruz Harbor.

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Hitching Post Studios Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Kitchen
Shower
Parking
Bathroom
Bed
Location
Restaurant
Service staff
Building

What guests liked

  • Parking was easy and convenient, with spaces available right outside the room. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and clean
Denise, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Modest property but clean and the staff was very friendly. For the money I thought it was a bargain.
Tod, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We only stayed one night, it was clean, comfortable with excellent parking and excellent facilities in the room.
Evelyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for overnight

No frills, comfortable stay. Friendly easy check in. Floor was dusty but everything else was clean and worked.
Cindy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasant

Pleasant stay. Staff was very frie dly and accomodating. Room was comfortable and quiet. Only one small issue; the floors could have been cleaner.
Anita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a great time with a couple friends here in late March and would highly recommend it! Staff was kind and attentive and the location was great
Layla, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like everything and easy check in and check out
Gene Ray III, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s a smaller Inn, which is nice because there’s less traffic/cars and people, making for a quiet and safe feeling stay
CASSIE, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very basic motel room. Suited our needs. Clean.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was fast and curteous
Greg, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Juan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Very friendly staff. Clean room very spacious. They gave a nice little welcome bag with water & snacks. Conveniently located.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room clean bed great
Chip, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

clean quite roomy

Very happy with our stay. Host was very accommodating
bonita, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was small. One of the bedsheets has stain. Not too happy with this stay.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, convenient
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly place
Jeremey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a great stay at the hitching post! Room was convenient and nicely remodeled recently. The was was so comfortable.
Joe, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly and accommodating
Jeremey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice little motel. Very clean and reasonable. It came with a large full kitchen with a gas range, which was amazing! It was the nicest this type of motel can be.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good stay for the price.

I booked this last minute after reading the reviews. Turned out to be a pleasant stay. Very quiet for being sold out. Beds were comfy and the kitchen was convenient. Found the cleanliness exceptional. I had read a couple of negative reviews but found none to be true during my stay.
Kimberly, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a pleasant stay at The Hitching Post.
stan, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved my stay. Room was clean and spacious and staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again
Madison, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location, average stay

Close and walkable to the pizzeria, bar and grocery shop so we chose it for proximity. It was reasonable value but with no thick blanket, only a thin sheet, we were cold sleeping.
Sarah Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff! Thanks Dani! Clean room and surroundings. Felt safe.
5-night trip