Located in Santa Cruz, within a few steps of Sunny Cove Beach and a 7-minute walk of Black’s Beach, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is 4 miles from the motel and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 4 miles away. Guest rooms at the motel are equipped with a seating area and a TV. Every room comes with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms include a kitchen with a fridge. All rooms will provide guests with a microwave. Sunny Cove Motel has a grill. Santa Cruz Harbor Beach is a 11-minute walk from the accommodation, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.7 miles away. The nearest airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, 34 miles from Sunny Cove Motel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 full beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.9
High score for Santa Cruz
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sarah
    United States of America United States of America
    So cute. So comfy. So many thoughtful accommodations. Front desk was exceptionally kind and welcoming. My expectations were completely exceeded.
  • Kaj
    Germany Germany
    Well stocked 1 bedroom apartment with comfortable beds in bed and living rooms. Kitchen had everything we needed. Very close to beach and stores.
  • T
    Tari
    United States of America United States of America
    A sweet little motel, great location with a little cove nearby. Very close to the drive to the lighthouses. Also a Starbucks next door! 😀 And it was dog friendly so our little pups came with us.
  • April
    United States of America United States of America
    Location is awesome! Love the lady at the front desk, and the room was great!
  • Brad
    United States of America United States of America
    Extremely Comfortable room! Bed is like a cloud.....Room VERY Clean! Friendly staff.....It's "quirky" as we love not the standard cookie cutter Motel. If you want quiet, comfort, clean with a complete kitchen this is It!
  • Dugan
    United States of America United States of America
    The lady at the fr4ont desk was a hoot. Although the motel is older it's been completely remodeled in it's original state. There was no breakfast, however I knew that before hand.
  • Lauren
    United States of America United States of America
    Friendly and accommodating host, great location near the beach, pet friendly
  • Karry
    United States of America United States of America
    Such a cute, quaint little place. Fantastic location just steps away from a beautiful, secluded little beach. Room was super cute, recently remodeled & fully equipped with kitchen, bathroom, sitting/living room space & separate bedroom. Pets...
  • Martin
    United States of America United States of America
    No breakfast. The location is perfect. Is my favorite part of town! Right next to multiple beaches. There's also a swimming pool but with some bbq's if you want to bbq. I did not use any of that. Hopefully next time.
  • Amanda
    United States of America United States of America
    Love coming here for a mini getaway over the hill! The property is perfect, Jane is always a wonderful delight and the rooms are epically clean, and cute!

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • I have a small dog, Cavapoo, who is 8 months old-do you charge extra?

    Hi! yes we charge an extra $10 per dog per day.
    Answered on 24 May 2023
  • how far from SeaCliff state beach. are there restaurants within walking distance?

    The distance from Sunny Cove Motel in Santa Cruz to Seacliff State Beach in Aptos is approximately 15 minutes away, 7 miles by car, following the CA 1..
    Answered on 1 July 2023
  • Is the swimming pool open? We're traveling Sept 29-oct 30th. Will it be open then? Is it heated?

    Thank you for your inquiry. The pool will be open for your enjoyment. However, our pool is not heated. We hope you enjoy your stay with us!
    Answered on 6 July 2023
  • Hi my name is Becky Osborn. My female friend and I would like to stay with you for a few days. My friend has a little wiener dog that weighs about 7 ..

    Hi! We love dogs. There is a cleaning fee of $15 per day per pet. This fee helps us maintain a clean and comfortable space for both our human and four..
    Answered on 7 September 2023
  • Since you accept dogs. Would you accept a rabbit staying with me and our family?

    Yes, we will accept a rabbit. The cost is still 15.00 tax/day/pet. Thank you
    Answered on 7 October 2023
  • Hello, We have a small (17lbs) service dog and wanted to know what your pet fee is, as well as if you charge for parking. Thanks!!

    We charge 15.00 tx/pet/day. We do not charge for parking. Thank you
    Answered on 30 April 2024
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Area info

Amenities of Sunny Cove Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Fenced pool
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish

    House rules
    Sunny Cove Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    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.

    FAQs about Sunny Cove Motel

    • Yes, Sunny Cove Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Sunny Cove Motel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Sunny Cove Motel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Swimming pool
      • Beach

    • Room options at Sunny Cove Motel include:

      • Studio
      • Double
      • Family

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Sunny Cove Motel is 1.8 miles from the center of Santa Cruz. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Sunny Cove Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Sunny Cove Motel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.