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Hotel Solares
Hotel 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.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
This beachfront hotel is located next to Santa Cruz’s famous boardwalk and steps from the center of the city, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family vacation or...
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.
Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Just minutes from area beaches and the famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel features spacious and comfortable accommodations as well as relaxing amenities in Santa Cruz, California.
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.
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Located in Santa Cruz, a 16-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge.
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.
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.
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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 403 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· 228 reviewsIdeally located 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· 1,061 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.
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 654 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· 906 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 reviewsIn Santa Cruz town center, this hotel is one mile from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a 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 options7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 310 reviewsBest Western Plus All Suites Inn is 2 mi 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.
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast options6.9Scored 6.9PleasantRated pleasant· 381 reviewsLocated in Downtown Santa Cruz this hotel is 15 minutes' walk from many shops and restaurants. The hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Parking is free for guests.
Well run, clean establishment. Decent location. Nice staff.
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The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotel7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 216 reviewsLocated in Santa Cruz, within a 14-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach and 0.8 miles of Seabright State Beach, The Aqua Pacific Hotel has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private...
Good located, nice rooms and a very very friendly manager
Continental Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotel7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 676 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· 443 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 of America - 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 of America - 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 of America - 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 of America - 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 $204.89 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 1,705 reviewsWe loved the fact, that the motel was located next to the pier or beach walk of Santa Cruz. However we were unlucky, because it was closed on the night that we arrived (we only spent one night there). The check-in staff, was friendly, no issues. The parking spots, free parking, were super convenient, and the security shut our trunk that we left open (thanks for that!). The hallways, that leads to the rooms, look quite old and shabby, they could need some improvement. The rooms were alright, motel style, nothing fancy, but clean.
FrankLuxembourg - From $144.38 per night6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 1,061 reviewsHotel was close to boardwalk and beach only 10 min walk. Also walking distance to other little stores. A worker by name of Majra was simply amazing 👏🏻 she's was very friendly, helpful and very passionate about customer service. Truly went out of her way to come speak to us. Such a genuine soul. They have a taco truck parked on corner next to hotel I'd recommend it. Definitely worth prices, fresh, great customer service and get alot of food.
TwizdedBubbleUnited States of America - From $159.08 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 511 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 of America
- From $86.75 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 880 reviewsStaff was friendly and helpful! Room was small, but looks like it had been recently remodeled and was clean and comfortable. Location was great--close to the beach and easy to get around town. Price was good for the area. (Relatively expensive for this type of motel, but on the lower end for similar places in pricey Santa Cruz area.)KellyUnited States of America
- From $222 per night9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 1,551 reviewsThe staff were very accommodating and helpful. There was free coffee and hot chocolate every morning, ice pops in the afternoon and popcorn late afternoon. The location was superb and the kids loved the pool and hot tub. Could hear the sea lions in the morning and loved the view over the beach. Perfect for our stay at Santa Cruz.LouiseUnited Kingdom
- From $171.73 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 815 reviewsThe quality and warmth of the welcome was amazing. I arrived without any plans, and was recommended great activities and places to eat / drink, not only in Santa Cruz but all of California. The house has a lot of charm too, and if you want to be close to the beach and boardwalk, the location is great!
AlexiaFrance - From $117.50 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 216 reviewsHost TJ was great, super friendly and helpful. Hotel location was good, an easy walk from both the boardwalk and pier and downtown area. Rooms were spacious and comfortable. Santa Cruz is a cool town and made a perfect stop off on our California road trip!
CameronUnited Kingdom - From $117.50 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 216 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 of America - From $103.95 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,597 reviewsThe price was very reasonable, bathroom was nice, snacks provided were a great touch, and beds were very comfortable. Good location; close to boardwalk and UC Santa Cruz. Great overall!HaileyUnited States of America
- From $294.13 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 313 reviewsNice staff in a comfortable and relaxed setting. Although we were a couple of miles from centre of Santa Cruz it was quick and easy to get in and out. Lovely beach 2 minutes walk away.
GordonUnited Kingdom - 8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 147 reviewsVery cute and comfy hostel. Nice staff, very clean. Great location-only a few steps to the wharf, the beach and the downtown. Cute little city Santa Cruz is, just like the hostel.SandraGermany
- From $86.80 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 764 reviewsNice place to stay in Santa Cruz, even better than expected. Beds were comfortable and the room was large enough for us. Free parking inside is a good plus.AlexItaly
- From $112.40 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 654 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 of America - From $103.16 per night6.2Scored 6.2PleasantRated pleasant· 595 reviewsI hate to say it but the only thing we liked was the hotel was a few minutes from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk by foot.
CrystalUnited States of America - From $219.03 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 644 reviewsThe ugraded our suit for free . Really friendly staff . Loved this hotel walking distance to Santa Cruz beachCorrinaUnited States of America
- From $102.99 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 676 reviewsAlways very clean, great family and staff that run it. One of my favorite hotels in Santa Cruz for the money.CalebZPUnited States of America
- From $223.11 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 909 reviewsStandard room, hot tub was lovely, will need a car to get around and into Santa Cruz.
SimonUnited Kingdom - From $406.85 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 1,006 reviewsBest hotel in Santa Cruz on the beach close to pier and Beach Boardwalk.CurtisUnited States of America
- From $195.01 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 860 reviewsThe location was perfect near the beach and down town Santa Cruz.IreneUnited States of America
- From $154.96 per night7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 310 reviewsWe liked how close the hotel was to downtown Santa CruzJustinUnited States of America
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