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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Situated in Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.
Continental Inn
Just 5 minutes’ drive from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub and has spacious rooms. Free WiFi is included. It offers free on site guest parking.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features beautiful ocean views and a hot tub.
The Inn at Pasatiempo
Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, this french-country Santa Cruz, CA inn is adjacent to Pasatiempo Golf Course, designed by Alister Mackenzie.
Pacific Blue Inn
Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz is conveniently located where Highway 1 and Highway 17 meet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Comfort Inn Boardwalk
This California hotel is one block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a seasonal outdoor heated pool and rooms include a flat-screen cable TV with HBO.
Sea & Sand Inn
Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
Conveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.
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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 402 reviewsConveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.
The staff was friendly and the location was perfect
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 230 reviewsIdeally situated off Highway 17 and only minutes from the beautiful beaches of Santa Cruz, California, this hotel offers many thoughtful amenities, and is close to popular area attractions.
convenient location. excellent breakfast and very clean room
Hotel Solares
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 1,057 reviewsHotel Solares is located in Santa Cruz, just 10 minutes' walk away from the Beach Boardwalk. An outdoor pool is located on-site along with rooms that provide free WiFi and cable TV.
I didn’t get to eat, I wasn’t aware there was breakfast.
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 197 reviewsLocated in Santa Cruz, 400 metres from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.
The location was good not too far from the boardwalk.
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 655 reviewsThe Comfort Inn Santa Cruz is conveniently located where Highway 1 and Highway 17 meet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
really comfy beds, great breakfast, room clean, nice pool
6.4Scored 6.4PleasantRated pleasant· 909 reviewsLocated a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features beautiful ocean views and a hot tub.
Nice and clean, room neat and great view to the ocean.
Quality Inn Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options6.5Scored 6.5PleasantRated pleasant· 207 reviewsLocated in Santa Cruz town centre, this hotel is 1 mile from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a sun deck and seasonal outdoor pool. All rooms offer free Wi-Fi.
We liked the breakfast but the room it's very small.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 310 reviewsBest Western Plus All Suites Inn is 3.2 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.
The staff in the lobby were very nice and helpful.
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The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotel7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 208 reviewsSituated in Santa Cruz, within 1.2 km of Santa Cruz Beach and 1.2 km of Seabright State Beach, The Aqua Pacific Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...
The room was clean and the bed/pillows were comfortable.
Continental Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotel7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 675 reviewsJust 5 minutes’ drive from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub and has spacious rooms. Free WiFi is included. It offers free on site guest parking.
It was very clean..staff were helpful and friendly.
Comfort Inn Boardwalk
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotel7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 448 reviewsThis California hotel is one block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a seasonal outdoor heated pool and rooms include a flat-screen cable TV with HBO.
It was just what we needed. Something for everyone
6.2Scored 6.2PleasantRated pleasant· 595 reviewsThis motel in Santa Cruz is within walking distance of the beach, boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. The motel offers free Wi-Fi, spacious rooms, and a seasonal, outdoor pool.
cleaning of the rooms every day. Nice clean room .
Ocean Gate Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotel6.9Scored 6.9PleasantRated pleasant· 193 reviewsThe Ocean Gate Inn is ideally located in the heart of Santa Cruz! Each room includes a balcony with a view, a TV with cable channels, air conditioning, ironing facilities, a microwave, a...
I loved the view. It was very close to everything.
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Surfin’ USA in Bohemian CA
Santa Cruz was surf central California long before the Beach Boys sang about it. The Surfing Museum in the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse tells stories of those who have braved some of the world’s best waves.
Overlooking the ocean rollers are the Coconut Grove Ballroom and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - the oldest amusement park in the state of CA, and the last original one on the West Coast. Its historic carousel, rollercoasters and rides are a colourful backdrop to Cowell’s Beach, best viewed from the Sky Glider cable cars.
Jutting into Monterey Bay is the wharf where sea lions bask and pelicans decide on their next meal. Seafood restaurants are abundant here and the bars provide lively nightlife. Pacific Avenue is the main shopping area and one street away is the Museum of Art & History.
Unsurprisingly for a surfer hotspot, the city has a liberal outlook and is known for political activism - a far cry from the era when the Santa Cruz Mission was established. The mission is now a state park alongside Natural Bridges Beach and the Big Basin Redwoods in forested hills behind the city, home to the gravity-defying Mystery Spot.
Booking.com’s Santa Cruz accommodation includes pet-friendly motels, hotels with hot tubs and cheap inns near UCSC.
What guests said about Santa Cruz:
- 6.0Scored 6.0
I believe the hotel is a nice location to stay, they might...
I believe the hotel is a nice location to stay, they might consider getting better maintanance, and cleaning help, some one that can speak english, to better help the guest. Jessica, was very polite, and tried to help as much as possible. There were just a lot of little things, they could have been prevented, especially when you pay the high price charged there. When booking, I thought I was booking direct with the property, never knew bookings, com, jumped in to the equasion. So when I asked if they honored AAA, or AARP discounts, they said no because our room was booked by a third party. Also asked for room with 2 queens, was told they were sold out, which forced us to book 2 seperate rooms, after arriveing, found out they had suites for four people. I think this was a money thing, for bookings.com
CharlesUnited States - 10Scored 10
It was quiet and wasn't too crowded .
It was quiet and wasn't too crowded . Beaches and restrooms were clean.wheather wasn't all that warm and it did rain hour or so after we got to the beach pretty heavy we had to leave in a rush. All in all, kids were very happy with trip they can't wait to return for their summer trip.bevalian - 8.0Scored 8.0
The location was the best!
The location was the best! The stairs are a lot of work if you have issues. I can't believe the Boardwalk is closed on fridays! If you are planning a friday night adventure at the boardwalk you will need to find something else to do.LedaUnited States - 8.0Scored 8.0
Santa Cruz gets sleazy fast (a lot of justly disaffected...
Santa Cruz gets sleazy fast (a lot of justly disaffected youth manifesting the consequences of a tattered social fabric & like), but the near-perfect climate year-round, the surrounding (2nd or 3rd growth, but still....) redwoods, challenging cols (lots of category 2s & 1s), vast fields of agriculture (it is delightful to cycle through the fields on what amount to ruelles; these areas are intensely redolent of earth, manure & whatever is being cultivated, plus it makes one appreciate just how back-breaking is the labor that goes into producing one's strawberries & artichokes & like) & vegan eating options (especially the bakeries) make any visit worthwhile, especially if you're from an area that does not have that year-round ideal climate. I recommend cycling up SkyLine or HighLand or Empire Grade or getting out in the fields toward MonteRey. Country roads are nearly uniformly narrow, but traffic is mostly light (minus HighWay 9) & drivers generally courteous (again, minus HighWay 9). Santa Cruz even has the mark of any good location -- a nearby Grocery Outlet -- which, due to its location on the edge of town (it may actually be in Soquel), is easy to integrate into the end of a ride for some yummy and cheap vegan delights =)SstozUnited States - 10Scored 10
A small treasure and throw-back to a different era: the...
A small treasure and throw-back to a different era: the Boardwalk on the beach, opened in 1907, with a roller coaster and carousel from near that time frame, the tradition & history of the surfing venue, the old (but renovated) motels along the beachfront, and the labyrinth of mid-century housing, some refreshed, some not, make this a worthwhile visit! There are lovely walks along the pier, where sea lions sun themselves, along the coast, where surfers wait for the perfect wave, and along the trails city streets, festive with many cultures represented.
LESLIEUnited States - 10Scored 10
Pros: We were upgraded to a big, 2-bedroom unit.
Pros: We were upgraded to a big, 2-bedroom unit. It was very nice, comfortable and modern. The beds were comfortable. The internet was fast. The people who work the front desk are super nice, friendly, and helpful. Parking is easy and free. Location is good. Cons: The water did not run hot, only fairly warm. There was no plug for the bathtub. Noise is an issue, as the walls are very thin. The “Do Not Disturb”, tag kept falling off the doorknob and the maid came in when not wanted.
Caroline PortiaCanada
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- From £67.30 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,597 reviewsI thought the the staff what incredibly helpful which helped to add to the general experience. The man sitting at the main desk gave me recommendations of places to visit that were nearby and was Ivette knowledgeable about the area. The price of the room was the cheapest in the area but the room exceed our expectations in cleanliness and was very spacious to the point that this will be our go to spot every time we visit Santa Cruz! It about an 8 minute walk to the boardwalk which was great and saved us from paying for parking.VVictoriaUnited States
- From £137.93 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 813 reviewsWe got upgraded for free because we tried to check in a little early and the room wasn’t ready, which was so lovely! The room was very clean, had lots of space and the shower was incredible. The hotel was in walking distance to the boardwalk and also downtown santa cruz which made it so easy to get around. The staff were all so friendly and had so many suggestions for things to do and places to eat/drink. Hands down the best place to stay in santa cruz!
DervlaSouth Korea - From £127.77 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 509 reviewsAmanda did a GREAT getting me the best rom possible at a terrific rate. The two-room accomodation included a master bedroom with large HD TV and a sitting room with fireplace, another big srceen TV, bar, and comfortable couch and leather chairs. The Inn also has a terrific restaurant/sports bar on site! Aloso, the location is etremely handy, right where Highway 17 meets Highway 1 as I entered SAnta Cruz. I will defiitely be back.
JohnUnited States - 8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 9 reviewsthis place was phenomenal for my work trip to Santa Cruz. The location was great, I didn't have any trouble finding parking on the street (in November) and it was an incredibly comfortable place to be based. the kitchen was well equipped with pots, pans, knives, etc... and even had a dishwasher! It also had a very large sink, which was lovely.
KristineUnited States - From £93 per night6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 799 reviewsThe staff is always awesome. The hotel employees are so pleasant to deal with, very kind, understanding, and always greet us with a smile! Santa Cruz hotels have a bad reputation of being rude to their occupants, but Bay Front Inn is the opposite. Thank you so much for appreciating your customers. We appreciate your business values 👍
Russell FelicianoUnited States - From £201.34 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 1,371 reviewsWonderful hotel! Candace at the front desk was friendly and welcoming. I loved the room she assigned us. I was traveling with my pitbull Daisy and appreciated being welcomed so warmly. Casablanca Inn will be our go to whenever we or anyone we know comes to Santa Cruz.
MaryUnited States - From £201.34 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 1,371 reviewsWe had a nice stay at The Casablanca Inn. It was so lovely to wake up to sunrise over Santa Cruz beach. Great location. The room itself was nice and spacious, with a good shower. Nice to have a balcony [note that this is shared with other hotel residents].KarisUnited Kingdom
- From £78.50 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 478 reviewsClean, comfortable, basic roadside motel with helpful staff. Location was convenient with restaurants and Starbucks within easy walking distance. Beach was farther away, but you aren’t going to find a hotel on the beach at this price point.
HeatherUnited States - From £172.30 per night9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 1,551 reviewsThe room size, cleanliness, and style were awesome! This is the best hotel near the beach in Santa Cruz. We stayed in a competitor’s motel less than one block away for three nights it was terrible! We moved to this hotel it was Heaven.MichaelUnited States
- 8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 146 reviewssuper pretty location in a lovely Victorian house and a beautiful garden. cute room, comfy bed, well organized kitchen, beach in a short walking distance. would definitely come again if we ever come back to Santa CruzLauraGermany
- From £110.56 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 208 reviewsHotel was clean, bed was comfy, shower worked great. Definitely will be staying again when we come to Santa cruz. Close to the boardwalk and the staff was super nice too. All around a great place to stay!!
SmalldonUnited States - From £117.51 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 627 reviewsYou will not be disappointed on how nice the property is and their continental breakfast is one of the best in Santa Cruz County everything awesome thank you very much for excellent stay I had
ChrisUnited States - From £70.90 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 733 reviewsThe location was excellent. We traveled to Santa Cruz to go to the boardwalk. It was walking distance from the hotel. Saved money by not paying for parking.LLuisUnited States
- From £89.10 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 655 reviewsThe in-room hot tub is the best in Santa Cruz! Even though the hotel is on the busiest street in town, the room was far enough back to not hear traffic.McKinleyUnited States
- From £81.75 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 367 reviewsLocation was close to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and multiple markets and restaurants within walking distance. Was about a 15 minute walk to the beach.LonnieUnited States
- From £78.50 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 478 reviewsWonderful family-run motel, well-located in Santa Cruz. Free coffee and English breakfast tea in the morning. The original 60s neon sign is amazing!
StefanGermany - From £130.10 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 860 reviewsGreat location, but the homeless problem in Santa Cruz is ridiculous, still the hotel manages to safeguard their property and the guests.ArleneUnited States
- From £123.32 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 285 reviewsAmazing location on the front at Santa Cruz, newly updated hotel so very clean and comfortable.JonUnited Kingdom
- From £65.22 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 763 reviewsClean, comfortable, great place in santa cruz. Amazing hospitality, wonderful timeKrsteNorth Macedonia
- From £123.26 per night6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 1,057 reviewsShort walk to Santa Cruz broadwalk & pier.JaneUnited Kingdom
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