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Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
Edwardian hotel within walking distance of Sunny Cove Beach

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Beach towels
Sundeck
Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Free daily continental breakfast
Gull Cottage (1), Family Cottage - Dog Friendly | Private kitchenette | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels
Experience the serene charm of Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, nestled near Sunny Cove Beach and Twin Lakes State Beach. Savor a continental breakfast, unwind on the tranquil garden or stroll along the nearby beaches. With in-room WiFi, barbecue grills available for gatherings and helpful staff at your service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Beach towels
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
$145 nightly
The total price is $167
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Sand Dollar Room (14), Standard Queen Bed - No Dogs

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Pelican Cottage (4), Family Cottage - No Dogs

Pelican Cottage (4), Family Cottage - No Dogs | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Pelican Cottage (4), Family Cottage - No Dogs

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Driftwood Cottage (5), Family Cottage - No Dogs

Driftwood Cottage (5), Family Cottage - No Dogs | Balcony view

Driftwood Cottage (5), Family Cottage - No Dogs

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

View all photos for Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs

Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Sand Piper Room (8), Deluxe I King - No Dogs

Sand Piper Room (8), Deluxe I King - No Dogs | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Sand Piper Room (8), Deluxe I King - No Dogs

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Blue Whale Room (11), Family Double - No Dogs

Blue Whale Room (11), Family Double - No Dogs | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Blue Whale Room (11), Family Double - No Dogs

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 399 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Captains Quarters (12), Ocean View King - No Dogs

Captains Quarters (12), Ocean View King - No Dogs | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Captains Quarters (12), Ocean View King - No Dogs

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 250 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Gull Cottage (1), Family Cottage - Dog Friendly

Gull Cottage (1), Family Cottage - Dog Friendly | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Gull Cottage (1), Family Cottage - Dog Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Beachcomber Cottage (6), Deluxe Family Cottage - Dog Friendly

Beachcomber Cottage (6), Deluxe Family Cottage - Dog Friendly | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels

Beachcomber Cottage (6), Deluxe Family Cottage - Dog Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
  • 462 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Sea Star Room (9), Deluxe II King - Dog Friendly

Sea Star Room (9), Deluxe II King - Dog Friendly | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Sea Star Room (9), Deluxe II King - Dog Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Sea Breeze Room (15), Deluxe I Queen - Dog Friendly

Sea Breeze Room (15), Deluxe I Queen - Dog Friendly | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Sea Breeze Room (15), Deluxe I Queen - Dog Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 314 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Sea Otter Room (16), Deluxe II Queen - Dog Friendly

Sea Otter Room (16), Deluxe II Queen - Dog Friendly | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Sea Otter Room (16), Deluxe II Queen - Dog Friendly

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 317 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Cottage - Pet Friendly

Family Cottage - Pet Friendly | Living room | 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Family Cottage - Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

What's nearby

  • Sunny Cove Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Mystery Spot - 12 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 45 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 46 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

When you stay at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights at this Edwardian hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Toys

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Beach towels
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1909
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Edwardian architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests traveling with their dogs who do not book dog-friendly rooms may not be allowed to check in.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages 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 Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages like?

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is a short 1-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach and 5 minutes' walk from Twin Lakes State Beach.

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Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Beach
Service staff
Room
Location
Breakfast
Cottage
Bed
Restaurant
View
Walking

What guests liked

  • The property offers a convenient and beautiful beach access within a short walk from the property. (33 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality and variety, including a continental spread with good options. (13 reviews)
  • Good restaurants are within walking distance, offering a variety of dining options. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay cannot wait to go back
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem by the Sea

Loved my stay at Ocean Echo Inn! Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, cozy and clean rooms, and super friendly staff. Perfect for a quiet, relaxing trip, yet close to Santa Cruz attractions. Breakfast is simple, but the unbeatable location and laid-back vibe make it a gem.
Kate, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Peaceful Relaxing Stay

We truly enjoyed our stay. Samantha and Deb were both super friendly and helpful. We got some good local eating recommendations from them both. It was quiet and peaceful in our room, and the cove at the end of the street was a lovely local beach that allows dogs.
Emily, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Incredible Stay!

Incredible location…so close to the most beautiful beach, super friendly staff, amazing Italian restaurant within walking distance. Absolute gem of a place!
Jean Claude, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always love staying here. So close to the ocean.
Victoria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing. Deb was great and showed us around the property .
Carrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dog friendly
Karen Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location and friendly staff
Gene, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked that the property was within 2 minutes walk to a small and beautiful beach, was 7 minutes drive from Capitola where there are great dining options, shoppings, beaches and views. I liked the friendliness of the staff, the quiet environment, the easy parking, and the option of a continental breakfast. I highly recommend the place.
Eval, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Back next year

Location was perfect. Deb was awesome walked us around made conversation and over all just a great lady.
Tracy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our home away from home

We love coming here year after year. Found online and by accident, but has become one of our favorite places to look forward to visiting year after year. Private Beach, perfect location close to everything, pet-friendly rooms and great friendly service, can't ask for more.
marilyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was a really cool and chill and Santa Cruz experience. The room was so nice and comfortable, and the walk to the beach with a cup of coffee in hand in the morning was the best thing ever!
Samuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I loved our stay, it was so close to the beach, super cozy, clean, and they had everything you needed! Loved it can’t wait to go back!
Araceli, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s was a very nice, clean, cute place! 2 min to walk to the beach! Nice balcony with a big gas grill.. can hear the waves crashing as you sleep! Very pleased!
View from balcony
Bonfire & s’mores at the beach
Laura, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent service and checking process. Very clean, quiet and great ocean view from the guest patio areas. Bedding is not that comfortable though.
John, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Friendly staff, good location, building look remodeled with thick white paint, only concern is I had stains in my carpet from previous customers, I tried to use the hairdryer and I say it starting to spark so I had to turn it off and air dry. The grill was a nice touch but only 3/4 flames worked and felt a little grossed out by the bottom of the grill. Lastly I loved the tub that came in our cottage but because of the moisture from the ocean we found 2 little mushrooms growing behind the toilet which was a surprise.
Gema, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Have to come back soon

Its was an amazing stay, have to bring family next time. Very close to the beach, everyone was very friendly and nice. Dog friendly and family friendly. Very clean room with all amenities. Breakfast in the morning is a plus.
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly & nice. Place was charming & clean. Just loved it. can’t wait to go back & I recommended it to several of my friends who are planning to go down to Santa Cruz.
betsy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

I like the location. Room 7 was tiny. The Queen bed was the smallest queen bed I’ve ever seen, and it was not comfy at all.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2nd time staying and will defiantly be going back.
Emily, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Short walk to the beach cove
Jeffrey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They are wonderful. Samantha was excellent and so kind. The location can’t be beat. A great staycation spot for locals.
Tara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Santa Cruz

Nice pretty place!
Per-Olov, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beachside Getaway

This place was an excellent getaway location for my husband and I for a long weekend in Santa Cruz. The staff was so welcoming and accommodating, the room was beautiful with an incredible view, and the location can't be beat. If I had to complain about anything, the soundproofing wasn't super great and we had a neighbor that took showers at weird hours that we could hear loudly from our bed, but we had a fabulous time anyway. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Amy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was beautiful
leticia, 1-night trip