This two-storey roadside motel is located a few steps from Sunny Cove Beach in Santa Cruz. It offers a swimming pool, sun terrace, and barbecue facilities for guests. Rooms at the motel include private bathrooms, refrigerators, microwaves, and tea and coffee makers. Free parking is available on site, and rooms are pet-friendly.
Should you book Sunny Cove Motel?
A straightforward motel stay steps from the beach with on-site pool and parking.
Best for
- Beach access
- Families
- Pet owners
- Road trippers
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking resort amenities
- Guests needing immediate access to downtown
Pool and sun terrace
The motel features an outdoor swimming pool and a sun deck. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or use the barbecue facilities.
Room amenities
All rooms come with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, a refrigerator, microwave, and TV. Some rooms offer private kitchenettes or full kitchens.
Pet-friendly policy
The motel welcomes pets, making it a convenient option for travellers with animals. Free parking is also provided.
Beach proximity
Sunny Cove Beach is just a short walk away, offering easy access to the coast. Several other beaches are also nearby.
Rooms & rates
Budget Double Room
1 full bed
Private kitchenette · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Queen Studio
28.0 m² · 1 queen bed
Entire studio · Private kitchenette · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Double Room
28.0 m² · 2 full beds
Private kitchen · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Family Room
46.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Private kitchen · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Queen Room
28.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Private kitchen · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Apartment with View and Balcony
28.0 m² · 2 full beds
Entire apartment · Private kitchen · Attached bathroom · Sea view · Pool view · Flat-screen TV
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- BBQ facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
Kitchen
- Toaster
- Kitchenware
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Location
21610 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, United States, Santa Cruz, California
Sunny Cove Motel is located in Santa Cruz, California.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Sunny Cove Beach County Park at 0.1 mi; the nearest train station, Beach Station (Santa Cruz), is 1.4 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Sunny Cove Beach County Parkpark0.1 mi
- Twin Lakes Beachbeach0.5 mi
- Twin Lakes State Beachnature reserve0.7 mi
- Moran Lake Beachbeach0.7 mi
- Moran Lake County Parkpark0.8 mi
Getting around
- Beach Station (Santa Cruz)train station1.4 mi
- Capitola Mallbus station1.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.2 / 10 · Wonderful on Booking.com, from 607 guest reviews
Sunny Cove Motel earns consistently glowing feedback across recent stays, with guests repeatedly highlighting its unbeatable beach-adjacent location, spotless rooms, and warm family-style staff. The spacious, apartment-like rooms with full kitchen facilities are a standout feature, and the pool adds an extra leisure option. The only concrete criticism raised was the lack of smart TV or streaming capability, making negative feedback extremely rare overall.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 27 · average 9.6
They wrote about: location, room, staff
Reviews scoring 7–9: 3 · average 8
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 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
From 8:00 AM to 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.
- Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Frequently asked questions
What parking is available?
The motel offers free on-site private parking for guests.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the property.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the motel is pet-friendly.
What are the room facilities?
Rooms include private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, refrigerators, microwaves, and TVs. Some have kitchenettes or full kitchens.
How close is the motel to Sunny Cove Beach?
The motel is located just a few steps from Sunny Cove Beach.
Does the motel have a pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests.
Are there family rooms?
Yes, the motel offers family rooms, some with two queen beds.
What is the nearest market?
The Live Oak Farmer's Market is approximately 0.17 km away.
Is there a golf course nearby?
A golf course is available within 2 miles, though it incurs an additional charge.