Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages
Beachfront hotel with kitchens, close to Santa Cruz town.
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Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is a hotel located in Santa Cruz, California, just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay. The property offers a beachfront setting and includes cottages and rooms designed to host between two and six guests. Accommodations feature fully equipped kitchens with gas stoves, refrigerators, and microwaves. Guests have access to amenities such as free WiFi and free parking. The hotel is also pet-friendly, with designated rooms available.
Should you book Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages?
A casual hotel steps from the beach with kitchens in rooms and cottages.
Best for
- Beach access
- Families
- Pet owners
Maybe not ideal for
- No on-site dining
- Limited hotel activities
Beachfront location
Situated just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay, the hotel offers direct beach access. Enjoy the ocean breeze and coastal views from this prime location.
Rooms with kitchens
Guest accommodations include fully equipped kitchens with gas stoves, refrigerators, and microwaves. Prepare your own meals during your stay, adding convenience to your coastal visit.
Pet-friendly options
Bring your furry companions along. The hotel offers pet-friendly rooms, ensuring that everyone in the family can enjoy the Santa Cruz experience.
Rooms & rates
Beachcomber Cottage (6), Deluxe Family Cottage - Pet Friendly
1 king bed, 1 sofa bed, 2 queen bed
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- BBQ facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Location
401 Johans Beach Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, United States, Santa Cruz, California
Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is located in Santa Cruz, California.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Sunny Cove Beach County Park at 350 ft; the nearest train station, Beach Station (Santa Cruz), is 1.4 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Sunny Cove Beach County Parkpark350 ft
- Twin Lakes Beachbeach0.5 mi
- Twin Lakes State Beachnature reserve0.6 mi
- Moran Lake Beachbeach0.7 mi
- Moran Lake County Parkpark0.8 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.3 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 206 guest reviews
Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages earns consistent praise for its beachside location, clean and charming cottage setting, and friendly staff, making it a genuinely pleasant coastal retreat. However, several guests flagged concerns about beach water quality, the steep walk down to the shore, inconsistent room amenities, and a value-for-money gap — particularly around pet fees and a underwhelming breakfast. Overall sentiment is warmly positive but tempered by recurring practical complaints.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 19 · average 9
They wrote about: location, room, staff
Reviews scoring 7–9: 11 · average 7.5
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- 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.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Frequently asked questions
What are the room amenities?
Rooms include a refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee maker, linens, wardrobe, alarm clock, and hairdryer. Some rooms also offer a gas stove and kitchenettes.
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available on-site for guests.
Are pets allowed?
The hotel offers pet-friendly rooms. Please inquire about specific room availability for pets.
What is nearby?
Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is located 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach and is walkable to coffee shops, markets, and restaurants.
Do rooms have kitchens?
Yes, all rooms and cottages feature fully equipped kitchens with gas stoves, refrigerators, and microwaves.
What activities are offered?
Guests can enjoy ping-pong on-site. Off-site activities include cycling and hiking. A golf course is available within two miles for an additional charge.
Is there WiFi?
Free WiFi is available for all guests throughout the property.