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    Harbor Inn

    3.7 (43 reviews)
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    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Taylor M.

    My mom and I came out as a late Mother's Day present and I book this place because it looked like a cute little place close to everything. It completely exceeded my expectations. It was exceptionally clean which is a huge plus for my mom and I. And the location is great! Close to the harbor, the boardwalk, and a bunch of restaurants and cafes! The touchless check-in was super easy which was nice and we just loved that it looked like a cute little B&B. We got a room with a private bath I know some have shared bath. Our room had a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. The bed was super comfortable! And to say again literally the cleanest place I've seen! More than most hotels I've stayed in and the price was great. I'll definitely be back!

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    Anya H.

    This was a great option instead of paying triple the price to stay at Chaminade Resort (about 2 miles down.) My friend was getting married at the Chaminade and at $350/night for 2 nights we didn't want to go there. Found good reviews for Harbor Inn- called to make the reservation and we were satisfied. Its a cottage style so you can park directly in front of your room- no one upstairs from you. The room has the two sinks- one in the bathroom and one outside. Convenient for 2 people. Its very cozy and there is Harbor Cafe walking distance for yummy breakfast! Highly recommend for one of the cheaper/nice finds in Santa Cruz. When I booked it was about $100/night.

    Alicia C.

    This place is lovely. Cute, quaint, and comfortable. I was looking for something in the Santa Cruz area that was affordable and clean, and this is it! You can see the care and love in this place. The furniture is something else. All antique, it's almost as if you're staying at grandma's house, and getting all the care and love involved in just that sort of visit. Very quiet and quaint. Not on top of the beach, but less than half a mile, and near enough to convenient stores and restaurants. It is actually right down the street from my favorite beach. I was able to walk down to the beach and to some great restaurants. Although there was no bathroom in the room, it was spacious with a microwave, coffee machine, and decent sized fridge and freezer. I was able to freeze my water bottles and bring some things for lunches to save money. I can't stress the cleanliness and care enough. Very friendly staff. I've already been back, and want to plan a birthday get away there sometime soon.

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    We loved staying here, it was very cozy and perfect location. It was comfortable and clean, me and my husband really liked it.

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    Clean and quaint- very nice staff. Would definitely stay here again. Rooms are a little small, hence the four stars

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    Review Highlights - Harbor Inn

    Walking distance to the beach, Harbor Cafe for breakfast, and Crow's Nest for dinner and drinks.

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