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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 nearby, beach towels
Captains Quarters (12), Ocean View King - No Dogs | Balcony view
Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior
Sundeck
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
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Near the beach
  • 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
The current price is $157
$179 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29

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Sea Breeze Room (15), Deluxe I Queen - Dog Friendly | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

Highlights

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

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Sea Otter Room (16), Deluxe II Queen - Dog Friendly | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

Highlights

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

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

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

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
  • 43 sq m
  • 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 | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

Highlights

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

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

Gull Cottage (1), Family Cottage - Dog Friendly | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Gull Cottage (1), Family Cottage - Dog Friendly

Highlights

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

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

Pelican Cottage (4), Family Cottage - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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
  • Partial ocean view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Family Cottage - Pet Friendly

Highlights

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

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

Blue Whale Room (11), Family Double - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 37 sq m
  • 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 | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Sand Dollar Room (14), Standard Queen Bed - No Dogs

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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
Fan
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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

Highlights

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

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

Sand Piper Room (8), Deluxe I King - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Abalone Room (7), Deluxe III Queen - No Dogs | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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 - 0.1 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Mystery Spot - 11 min drive - 9.9 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 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬2 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.

Languages

English

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
LOCAL_PARKING

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

  • Beach nearby
  • 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 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.

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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.

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 5-minute walk from Twin Lakes State Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Santa Maria's 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

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

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 is located very close to a beautiful beach, with some rooms offering stunning ocean views and direct beach access. (26 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality and variety. (11 reviews)
  • Pet-friendly accommodations with welcoming policies made a world of difference for guests with their furry companions. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

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

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

Santa Cruz

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

6/10 Good

Tub was dirty old and rusty. Room smelled musty.
Rodolfo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was beautiful
leticia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ocean echo indeed

Inn nicely located within a stone's throw of the beach, and within walking distance of a few restaurants and shops. Its name reflects that one can hear the waves coming onto the shore.
Ian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Second time staying here. I love the location and love the studio units with kitchens. We stayed in #11 this time, no kitchen (my choice). Rooms were great and comfy. Alas, though this room is above the breakfast room so it was noisy on Sunday morning. Breakfast could be so much better - better quality foods, more protein options. But I'll be back! Thx
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely cottage style hotel right next to a beautiful beach. Can't go wrong! Walls are a little thin but adds to the character. Would stay again!
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is so quaint and full of personality. I enjoyed my stay and look forward to going back soon.
Mary Lou, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

This was a great spot for us as we brought our dogs. However the pet fee of $50 per dog per night seemed high. The property is old but nicely maintained. Clean. Staff was hard to find at times but always very nice.
Laurie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location for steps to beach access.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cool place to stay
Julie Rose, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was a lovely quick get away. Friendly staff, clean and breakfast is included. Great beach access. We will be back
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a hidden gem in Santa Cruz. Our family of four and dog recently stayed here. It’s a two minute walk to a beautiful cove. The room we stayed in was very spacious. It’s family friendly even for your fur babies. There is a $50 dog fee that is not very transparent on Expedia’s website. Do yourself and favor and dine at Lago Di Como. It’s a five minute walk with incredible authentic Italian food. We cannot wait to come back!
Ashley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it
Joel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Right next to a small beach, dog friendly, clean, and great staff!
Ivan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel but not the best location for the money unfortunately.
Amy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was a great little spot close to beach and restaurant. Very clean and friendly!
ashley, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well maintained and clean cottage room. Very nice continental breakfast! Quiet guests. Walking distance to quiet beach and very close to nice tourist town and restaurants. FC
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Ocean Echo is a delight in every way! The rooms are each so creatively designed with a cozy and welcoming feel. The staff is extremely helpful. I had to check in late my first night, but Gabby answered immediately when I called, providing clear directions for entry to my room. The gardens are beautiful and the proximity to the beach is a two minute walk!. All in all, Ocean Echo is an absolutely perfect choice for a getaway to the Santa Cruz area!
Mary Lou, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jessica at the front desk was very, very nice!!
Jon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A lovely place by the beach
tami, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location and wonderful staff.
Tyler, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Decent little place to stay with a dog. The unit was clean, except for stains on the living room carpet. The $114 fee for having my dog with me was ridiculous. $50 per night plus tax, non refundable. Made an expensive, yet average property less appealing. The $40 fee to check in 2 hours early felt smacked of greed. Would spend my money elsewhere next time. Did I mention that the heat did not work properly? It was 57 degrees in the unit the first night and 80 the second night.
Michal, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice getaway at the coast

Very pleasant room and atmosphere. Loved our ocean view. Enjoyed the peaceful vibe and location.
Lauren, 1-night trip