Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, Santa Cruz ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

“The hotel's location is perfect for enjoying both the beach and all the vibrant attractions downtown.”view full review

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“A clean, modern hotel with friendly staff” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.5)

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-23:59

from 02:00-12:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site at USD 28 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of US$30 per person per day.

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets are allowed on request.

Year renovated:2012

Number of floors:5

Number of rooms:170

Former name

University Inn And Conference Center

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Guest Room 1 King Bed

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Cozy Queen Room Roll Shower Mobility Accessible

Max:

2 persons

19 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds Hearing Accessible

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Santa Cruz800 m

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 52.5 km

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 66.9 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxing Pool Area

“The pool was a perfect escape for relaxation, featuring a great temperature that made lounging absolutely enjoyable.” view full review

Delicious Bar Menu

“The food and drinks at the bar exceeded our expectations, providing a good experience every time we dined.” view full review

Spotless Rooms

“Our room was pristine and modern, creating a comfortable atmosphere that was truly inviting during our stay.” view full review

Charming Lounge Spaces

“There were lovely areas outside of the rooms to relax and socialize, adding to the enjoyment of our time at the hotel.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

Map view

611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

1.7 km

Harbour

Santa Cruz Wharf

1.7 km

Museum

Museum of Art and History

960 m

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

810 m

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

2.0 km

144 School St

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

1.0 km

35 Pacific Ave

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

1.8 km

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

810 m

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

890 m

Store

Shopper's Corner

680 m

Church

Mission Santa Cruz

800 m

Spa Centre

Kiva Retreat House

750 m

Lighthouse Point West Cliff Drive

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

2.2 km

400 Beach St

Sky Glider

1.7 km

Park

Abbott Square

960 m

Store

Whole Foods Market

1.0 km

2027 N Pacific Ave Suite C

PF Atelier

600 m

Beach st

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

1.4 km

123 Locust St

L. H. Selman Ltd. Glass Gallery

650 m

Park

DeLaveaga Park

2.0 km

1266 Soquel Ave

Staff of Life

1.2 km

Church

Holy Cross Catholic Church

870 m

Store

Synergy Organic Clothing Outlet Store

870 m

102 Ocean View Ave

Ocean View Park

1.2 km

299 San Lorenzo Boulevard

Mike Fox Skate Park

900 m

325 Soquel Ave at Ocean Avenue

The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio

920 m

740 Front St #160

Downtown Association

1.0 km

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

2.7 km

Suite

Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks

1.3 km

Nearby

303 Water St #100

Visit Santa Cruz County

390 m

Restaurants

Solaire Restaurant + Bar

10 m

611 Ocean St

Ristorante Italiano

820 m

555 Soquel Ave Ste 150

The Water Street Grill

450 m

503 Water St

Golden Palace

410 m

415 Ocean St

Sake japanese Steak House & Sushi

540 m

525 Water St

Mobo Sushi

840 m

105 River Street South

Laili Restaurant

950 m

101B Cooper St

Cafe Mare

940 m

740 Front St Ste 100

Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz

820 m

710 Front St

Pizzeria La Bufala

960 m

725 Front St Abbott Square Market

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Fabulous dining

Unique decor

Encounters with aggressive individuals

Attempts to sell potentially stolen items

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.5

Service

8.8

Dining

7.0

Ron

United States, May 2024

7.6/10

The hotel had beautiful yet simple rooms with a cool and hip vibe in the Grove, though a bit small. The service was friendly, with some standout staff members and free berry slushes for the kids. Despite occasional noise and access issues, the location was interesting with an upgraded modern vibe. Dining was good but lacked variety. The facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were beautifully designed, with a 'barn door' type bathroom door and nice furnishings, though on the small side.

Service

9.0

The staff, especially the waitresses, were incredibly friendly and accommodating.

Location

7.0

The location, in the Grove, was cool and hip, but noisy at times with a lively atmosphere especially with children.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, with some imaginative twists on breakfast items, yet the choices were somewhat limited.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.

Stephen

United States, April 2024

8.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were modern and well-lit, with stunning glass walls and attractive curtains that let in beautiful light. The combination of minimalist design with natural wood elements gave the room a stylish and cozy feel. The service was top-notch, although there were some issues with overcharging and missed drink coupons. The location was awesome, with convenient access to free shuttles to the beach. The dining experience was a bit inadequate, but the facilities were excellent overall.

Rooms

9.0

I couldn't get enough of the stylishly updated rooms with barn wood headboards, sliding barn doors, and fresh linens.

Service

8.0

The service was exceptional overall, but there were some hiccups with overcharging and missed drink coupons.

Location

9.0

The location was absolutely fantastic, especially with the free beach shuttles. I'll definitely recommend it to my family and friends.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience left something to be desired, with limited breakfast options and rock hard biscuits.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great and added to the overall comfort of the stay.

Ronald

United States, March 2024

8.6/10

The hotel has a unique style with a cozy and clean reception desk, aiming for a hip atmosphere with a paradox theme. The location is very convenient with striking decor, close to the beach and downtown Santa Cruz, albeit encountering some aggressive individuals. Dining experiences are fabulous, and the hotel offers resort-style facilities with a variety of amenities.

Rooms

8.0

The cozy and clean rooms are nicely oriented around a pool, providing easy access to streets and highways.

Service

9.0

The service goes the extra mile to accommodate needs, offering a pleasant and helpful experience overall.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a striking location with unique decor, close to the beach and downtown Santa Cruz.

Dining

8.0

The fabulous dining experiences mostly took place in the hotel restaurant and by the pool area.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities including a large pool, hot tub, pool restaurant, and bar service.

Fabulous dining

Encounters with aggressive individuals

Michael

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.2/10

The hotel has stunning wood-floored rooms that are clean and decorated in a modern and relaxing style. While the proximity to the loud elevator shaft was a downside, overall, the rooms were nicely done.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and decorated in a modern way that was very relaxing, though the noise from the nearby elevator was disruptive.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding with staff going above and beyond to accommodate our requests. The kindness and friendliness towards families and kids during our stay were truly exceptional.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, within walking distance to downtown and a short Uber ride to the beaches. It's a perfect stopover spot with easy access to various tourist sites in Santa Cruz.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was mixed, with some delicious and imaginative twists on standard breakfast items but some dishes not meeting our expectations in quality.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of convenient facilities, including room service and housekeeping. The shops and commercial services on-site were an added benefit for guests.