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Sunny Cove Motel

21610 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, US

9.1 guest rating· 567 reviews

About this hotel

Outdoor Swimming Pool and Family Rooms

Sunny Cove Motel, nestled in Santa Cruz, boasts an inviting outdoor swimming pool perfect for relaxation. With comfortable family rooms, enjoy a memorable stay with your loved ones.

Convenient Amenities and Activities

Guests at Sunny Cove Motel can take advantage of free WiFi and private parking. For outdoor enthusiasts, the motel offers a barbecue area, adding a delightful touch to your vacation experience.

Proximity to Beaches and Local Attractions

Ideally situated within walking distance to Sunny Cove Beach and Black’s Beach, this motel is a haven for beach lovers. Explore nearby landmarks like Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum for a complete coastal getaway.

Book your stay at Sunny Cove Motel now for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Rooms & rates

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Apartment with View and Balcony

Sleeps 4 · 28 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Featuring a private entrance, this apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which is fitted with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this apartment also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Family Room

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

The spacious family room has a private bathroom, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a seating area with a flat-screen TV. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is fitted with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The family room offers a TV, a dining area, a wardrobe, a tiled floor as well as a quiet street view. The unit has 2 beds.

Queen Studio

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

The studio has a private bathroom, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a seating area with a flat-screen TV. The well-fitted kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The studio offers a dining area, a wardrobe, a sofa, a tiled floor, as well as a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Queen Room

Sleeps 4 · 28 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

The spacious double room features a private bathroom, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a seating area with a flat-screen TV. The well-fitted kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The double room provides a dining area, a wardrobe, a tiled floor, heating and a TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Budget Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which comes with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The double room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room

Sleeps 4 · 28 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

The spacious double room has a private bathroom, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a seating area with a flat-screen TV. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The double room features a TV, a dining area, a wardrobe, a tiled floor as well as a quiet street view. The unit has 2 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Beach
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
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  • BBQ facilities
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shallow end
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace

Location

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21610 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, US

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.1567 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff− Noise from neighbors− Some amenities were basic
Cleanliness9.3
Service9.5
Location9.8
Room Quality9.0
Amenities8.3
Value for Money8.6

Awesome location and memorable staff!

9.0

Cute, small and friendly. Very close to the beach. The kitchen was great. Lots of helpful features. Staff were so nice, personable and helpful!

− The shower was small. But to be expected at such a price point.

Catharine · US · 2026-07-25

Great little motel

10.0

Very cute motel with easy access to a small beach. Very friendly and helpful staff!

− Too much sand 🤣 Not the hotels fault. They have an outside shower to help clean off sand before swimming in the pool or going into your room.

Dana · US · 2026-07-25

Cute motel, super comfy, great pool

10.0

This is an adorable little motel with 10 or so rooms. The space was bigger than I thought and plenty roomy for our family. The outside pool was a favorite place. There is a Starbucks and a couple of beaches close by.

− On the map, it looks quite close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Wharf, but it's a 15ish minute drive to get there.

Susan · US · 2026-07-25

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.