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6.3

468 reviews

Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, California, United States

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

Welcome to the Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling—a delightful 2-star motel that perfectly captures the fun, laid-back vibe of Santa Cruz! Located just 0.8mi from the city center, it offers the ideal getaway for visitors looking to soak in all the beachside splendor. With a starting price of $95, you’ll find fantastic value as you settle into your cozy retreat.

Prepare to kick back in style! Your stay comes with all the essentials: free WiFi to keep you connected and private parking to eliminate those pesky parking woes. Step out from your room and breathe in the fresh ocean air as you take in stunning mountain and landmark views. Whether you’re planning a day at the beach or hitting the local golf course (for an extra charge), the Fireside Inn is your gateway to adventure! Don’t forget to take advantage of the comfy, non-smoking rooms and refreshing air conditioning for the ultimate relaxing experience.

But don’t just take our word for it! With 468 glowing reviews, our guests rave about their delightful stays—many mentioning the friendly atmosphere and convenient access to the famed Santa Cruz Boardwalk. So pack your bags, grab your sun hat, and get ready to create unforgettable memories at the Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling! Your beachside adventure awaits at 311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, California!

At the Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling, your comfort comes first! Choose from a variety of room types to suit your vacation vibe. Whether you opt for the cozy King Room for a romantic escape or the spacious Family Suite to buddy up with loved ones, you're never far from relaxation. Each room is designed without any smoking to ensure a fresh, clean atmosphere while you kick back and unwind after a day of adventure. And with the ability to accommodate up to six adults in our Family Suite, there’s plenty of space for everyone to enjoy their beach getaway!

But wait, there’s more fun waiting for you just beyond your door! The vibrant Santa Cruz Boardwalk is just a hop, skip, and a jump away. Imagine the thrill of carnival rides, games, delicious treats, and fun shops, all at your fingertips! Once you’ve soaked in the local attractions, why not stroll along the sandy shores or take a refreshing dip in the ocean? Don’t forget to make time for bowling, too—perfect for a little friendly competition with family or travel companions!

And when it comes to enjoying your stay, the Fireside Inn ensures every moment is packed with value and joy. While cash isn’t part of the payment playbook, there are plenty of card options that make settling in a breeze—Visa, Discover, American Express, and Mastercard are all welcome. No need to worry about parking hassles, as your private parking spot is reserved, letting you focus on seaside adventures and creating picture-perfect memories. So lace up your sandals and get ready for a beachside experience like no other, right here at the Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling!

Closest airports

Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport

27.9mi

Monterey Regional Airport

28mi

San Francisco International Airport

49.2mi

Oakland International Airport

54mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Landmark view

View

Free toiletries

Rooms

King Room with Sofa Bed in Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

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King Room, Sofa Bed

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

185 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

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Offering free WiFi, this room provides free toiletries in the private bathroom. Includes DirecTV service, a split air-conditioner, a refrigerator and a microwave.

King Suite in Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

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Suite

1 Double Bed

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

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A king room and adjoining room with a full size bed is featured in this mini suite. Free WiFi, a flat-screen satellite TV, a split air-conditioner and an private bathroom are included.

Family Suite in Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

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Family Suite

1 King Size Bed

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

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Offering free WiFi, this suite provides free toiletries in the private bathroom. Includes DirecTV service, a split air-conditioner, a refrigerator and a microwave.

King Room in Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

185 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

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Offering free WiFi, this room provides free toiletries in the private bathroom. Includes DirecTV service, a split air-conditioner, a refrigerator and a microwave.

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

185 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

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Offering free WiFi, this room provides free toiletries in the private bathroom. It includes DirecTV service, a split air-conditioner, a refrigerator and a microwave.

Queen Room in Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

185 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

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Offering free WiFi, this room provides free toiletries in the private bathroom. It Includes a flat-screen TV with DirecTV service. A split air-conditioner, a refrigerator and a microwave are available in the room.

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Basic Suite, 2 Bedroom

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Guest reviews

6.3

468 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

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Facilities

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Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Kristina

10

August 2023

We liked having a small fridge & microwave in the room. I like to bring my own drinks & keep them cold in the fridge especially on a hot summer day when we’re out & about for hours! The microwave was convenient for warming up left overs or my instant coffee in the morning!

The sink was broken & leaking, but they had it repaired immediately during the afternoon so it was fixed by the time we came back from the beach!

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Kristina

10

July 2022

The room was the perfect size for the 3 of us! It was great to have the king bed in the main room w/ TV & the full bed in a separate room for privacy. The one bathroom was in between the 2 rooms which was suitable size w/ sink & toilet & tub/shower & window for ventilation. The full bed bedroom also has a window to open for fresh air. The room came with a microwave & refrigerator to store drinks & food items which was great. It was nice to wake up in the morning & hear the sea birds & seals barking. We loved walking one block down the street & spending the day at the beach them coming back to clean up & change clothes easily! We enjoyed the bowling center down the street, they stayed open late & had good food & drinks! Of course the Santa Cruz Boardwalk is always a fun place to go have fun on the rides, eat delicious salt water taffy, specialty carmel apples, corn dogs, icees, dole pineapple whips, & so many more treats or shop at multiple stores to buy clothes, jewelry, shoes, toys or souvenirs!

I would have liked some coffee provided in my room either instant or a little coffee maker. But I did walk down the block to the bowling center & purchased a nice hot cup of coffee for $2.25. It was a nice walk to get some fresh seaside air!

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Emir

10

August 2023

I think it's the best place to stay for the price. At the bottom of the santa cruz beach and 2 minutes walking distance to the amusement park, the location is very nice, the room is very nice, the bed is good, the shower is nice. And finally, I would like to thank the lady in the lobby, she was very interested in her interest, I would definitely recommend this place.

Everythings Good And Acceptable…

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Biagio

10

September 2022

The motel staff is very friendly and take care of their customers. They are there willing to help you. I found the room and the bathroom very clean, and the latter also contained a lot of towels. There are a couple of vending machines, useful for quick snacks or drinks. Overall the experience there was very pleasant and I hope to come back soon. I asked them a couple of unusual favors and they always replied promptly and positively. The motel position is very good, both the beach and downtown are within walking distance.

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Cassidy

9.1

June 2022

The staff was great, the location was really good. It's only half a block from the main entrance to the board walk. They have plenty of parking so you don't have to worry about having to pay to park somewhere else. Originally we were only going for one night because we went and saw third eye blind play but we ended up staying another night because we were very happy with the room and the location. We will be staying there again everytime we go to Santa cruz!!

I don't really have any dislikes if I have to find one the only thing I can think of is the remote for the TV in our room did not work. We bought new batteries but it still didn't work. Honestly not even a big deal

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Chloe

10

April 2023

it was literally across the street and around the corner (5 min) from arcades, bowling , bar, food, boardwalk and the beach! The lady there was super friendly! The showers were very spacious and there was nice led mirrors in the bathroom!

the showers take about 5 min to heat up but there is hot water! it was pretty cold at night we should have taken a comforter since there was only a thin cover and sheet.

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Alicia

10

May 2024

The location was amazing and convenient. It was very quiet. Staff was very accommodating to us.

The toilet didn’t flush good. Had to flush 5-10 times just to get the toilet paper down. Air conditioner did not work, but staff brought us a floor fan so it helped.

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Joyce

10

August 2022

The family who greet you in the office are the nicest people and make you feel welcome. The property is a long-standing part of older Santa Cruz and therefore is not fancy but very clean and very comfortable. It could not be much closer to the boardwalk than it is, about right across the street. All that the beach in Santa Cruz has to offer is just about 3 minutes away.

I did like it.

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Maura

9.1

December 2023

Very nice staff...gave us an extra 30 minutes to check out. Bed very comfortable. Great location to walk to a lot of great attractions.

The bathtub looked like it was peeling so not too interested in taking a bath

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Jayne

10

September 2023

Very close to the beach and board walk. Wry cool motel sign! Front desk person was incredibly pleasant! Nice size room

No coffee pot in room. Coffee shop right around the corner but they charge 5 for a cup of regular coffee.

Points of Interest Around Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

Attractions

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

0.2mi

Roaring Camp Railroads

5.7mi

Point Pinos Lighthouse

23.5mi

Lovers Point Park

24.3mi

Asilomar State Beach

24.4mi

Monterey Bay Aquarium

24.9mi

Cannery Row

25.3mi

Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf

25.9mi

Custom House Plaza

26mi

The Tech Interactive

26.3mi

Dennis the Menace Park

26.5mi

17-Mile Drive

26.7mi

Pebble Beach

27.9mi

Sunset Cultural Center

29.2mi

Carmel Mission

29.7mi

Amenities of Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Landmark view

View

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

Does Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling offer complimentary parking?

Yes, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling offers free private on-site parking without requiring reservations.

How much does a stay at Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling cost?

Starting prices for Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling are around $95. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

What types of rooms does Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling offer?

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including Family Suites, rooms with 1 King Bed, 1 King Bed with Sofabed, 2 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed Suites, and rooms with 1 Queen Bed. Each room can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child, and smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes range from Queen to King, providing options for different preferences.

Where can guests find entertainment in Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling?

At Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling, guests can enjoy a variety of leisure activities during their stay. They can relax on the beach or play a round of golf at the nearby golf course. For those seeking indoor entertainment, the hotel offers a unique experience with bowling on-site. Guests can also take in the scenic views of both the mountains and the local landmarks. The private entrance and non-smoking rooms enhance the comfort of the stay. Additionally, the hotel provides amenities such as air conditioning, free toiletries, and private bathrooms to ensure a pleasant and relaxing visit.

Does Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling accept credit cards and cash payments?

No, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling does not accept cash payments. They accept credit cards such as Discover, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.