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Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
No Pool
No Restaurant
No Fitness center

Welcome to Drift Inn, LLC

Drift Inn, LLC, nestled at 110 San Lorenzo Blvd in the heart of Santa Cruz, California, stands out as a beacon of comfort and convenience. Boasting a solid 4.4-star rating, this inn has clearly earned the trust and appreciation of its guests through consistent quality and genuine hospitality.

Guests frequently praise the inn for its prime location, just steps away from the iconic Santa Cruz Boardwalk, pristine beaches, and vibrant town center. This makes it an ideal choice for travelers seeking both relaxation and easy access to local attractions. The inn's clean, recently refurbished rooms provide a welcoming retreat, balancing affordability with a cozy ambiance. Many visitors highlight the spacious accommodations, some featuring kitchen areas, which add to the sense of home away from home.

What truly elevates Drift Inn is the attentive, family-like service extended by the owner and staff. Reviews reveal a warmth and helpfulness that transform simple stays into memorable experiences. Upgrades and personalized care, such as complimentary room enhancements and flexible room changes, are common themes, illustrating a commitment to guest satisfaction that feels sincere and rare in the hospitality industry.

While it forgoes some typical hotel amenities—there's no pool, restaurant, or fitness center—it compensates with essentials like free Wi-Fi and parking, aligning perfectly with the needs of budget-conscious travelers who value location and service above luxury. The inn’s straightforward, no-frills approach resonates deeply in an era where authentic experiences hold more weight than extravagant offerings.

In reflecting on Drift Inn, the inn’s ethos of blending simplicity with heartfelt care comes through clearly. It provides a genuine, affordable haven for visitors wanting to experience Santa Cruz’s charm without compromise. For those looking for a dependable, welcoming place with a touch of local spirit, Drift Inn, LLC emerges as a top contender—steady, sincere, and inviting.

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Great for visitors

Thing to do
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
4.6 stars 48774 Reviews
Amusement park offers a variety of games & rides right on a mile-long stretch of sandy beach.
Natural Bridges State Beach
4.7 stars 2254 Reviews
Compact sandy patch with rock bridges & tidepools, popular for spotting seabirds, whales & seals.
Santa Cruz Wharf
4.6 stars 15263 Reviews
Beach shops, seafood restaurants, sea lions & fishing draw crowds to this landmark bayside pier.
Transit
Front & Spruce (Kaiser Arena)
11 minute
Broadway & Clay
07 minute
Soquel Ave & Ocean
11 minute
Airports
San Francisco International Airport
Driving: 01 hour 09 minute | Transit: 02 hour 37 minute
San Jose Mineta International Airport
Driving: 43 minute | Transit: 01 hour 28 minute
Oakland International Airport
Driving: 01 hour 14 minute | Transit: 02 hour 55 minute

Last Reviews

Bobby Dominguez
19 December 2025

WOW!!!!!! Now I know where I’m staying every time I come visit my daughter. Very nice, clean, affordable rooms. And the owner and family are awesome and treat you like family. I highly recommend stay in here

Joshua Hope
18 December 2025

The inn is very well located for the boardwalk, beach and town centre. The staff were very kind and attentive. Room was very clean and appeared to be recently refurbished. We were upgraded to a larger room free of charge, which was nice touch.

Briana D (Ana)
19 September 2025

This seems to be one of the nicer motels in the area for the price. I prefer motels over hotels so that my vehicle is right outside my door. I did lots of research for motel rooms within my budget and decided on this one. It was very clean, the owners were very nice and most of all affordable! Would recommend and would definitely stay here again when in the area - my go to for affordability, location, and cleanliness.

Isaiah Rodriguez
13 September 2025

Very helpful staff helped me change rooms when my first room didn't meet my needs. The room was very spacious and had a kitchen area. The motel has a great view of the boardwalk.

Mary Stanko
12 September 2025

Great customer service, the manager was really nice and rooms were good weren’t bad at all the showers were amazing. The manager said they were upgrading rooms too and I had first rented one room with two queens and he gave us a room that had one queen bed when you walked I and an extra room with with a queen which was an upgrade. On say we needed an extra room and he have us a really nice room and it was for a good price too.

Info (Essential details)

  • Check-In15:00
  • Check Out
    Check-Out11:00
  • Phone
    Phone Number+1 831-426-2828
  • Address110 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States