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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.
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.
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.
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Located in Santa Cruz, a 15-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.
Comfort Inn Beach 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.
Pacific Blue Inn
Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers rooms with attached bathroom with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.
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.
Hotels with parking in Santa Cruz
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 226 reviewsFrom $283.38 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 931 reviewsFrom $133.27 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 328 reviewsFrom $174.81 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 296 reviewsFrom $146 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
- Private ParkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 403 reviewsFrom $215.73 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 732 reviewsFrom $178.06 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 837 reviewsFrom $350.80 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 446 reviewsFrom $155.96 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 754 reviewsFrom $171.23 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 754 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 732 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 743 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2Good - What previous guests thought, 616 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 513 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 784 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 795 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 1,726 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,115 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 931 reviews
Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Cruz and nearby
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 440 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.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 784 reviews
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.
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.2Good - What previous guests thought, 426 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.
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 732 reviewsLocated in Santa Cruz, a 15-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.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 262 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.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviewsFeaturing 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.
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 6.2Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 465 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.
Quality Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 133 reviewsLocated 1.4 miles from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn offers 2-star accommodations in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
Budget hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews
Located next to Boardwalk Bowl, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling is less than 5 minutes' walk to Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Free Wi-Fi and free 1 car parking is included in the reservation.
Beachview Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 495 reviewsLocated less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, this hotel is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes’ drive from University of California -Santa Cruz.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 839 reviews
Styled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily.
Bay Front Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 1,107 reviewsLocated 2 minutes’ drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Bay Front Inn offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free WiFi.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews
Located within 10 minutes' walk of the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free WiFi. All rooms include a private bathroom with a hair dryer.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,516 reviews
Located within 5 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf.
Drift Inn, LLC
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 891 reviewsThis central Santa Cruz hotel is just an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.
Surf City Inn & Suites
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviewsSurf City Inn & Suites is just 10 minutes' walk away from Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. It features an indoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.
Hotels located in the center of Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 955 reviewsAqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.1Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 322 reviewsLocated a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers free parking and easy access to a variety of local attractions.
Seaway Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviewsA short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf in California, the Seaway Inn offers easy beach access and comfortably furnished rooms with free WiFi.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 837 reviewsThis 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...
Sea & Sand Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 226 reviewsLocated 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 for one vehicle.
Pacific Blue Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 403 reviewsJust 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers rooms with attached bathroom with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.
Ocean Gate Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 163 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...
Hotel Solares
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 1,726 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.
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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:
- 10.0
When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring...
When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring us to Santa Cruz all summer long. Coming again as an adult brought back so many fond memories. The boardwalk was so different then then. Santa Cruz is such a fun place and so many rides and shops. Every child needs to experience it at least once in their lifetime.Guest review byWanda PapineauUnited States - 10.0
We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of...
We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of the season, but aside from traffic and the Murray Bridge being out, we didn't feel inconvenienced by the larger crowds. The beaches were clean, the warf was a blast, the Seymour Marine Discovery Center was amazing, food was great and the locals were kind!Guest review byAnonymousUnited States - 10.0
The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people,...
The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people, terrific beaches, lots of eateries, beach boardwalk and arcade fun. Walking around the boardwalk area feels safe, if crowded, on weekends. There is definitely a broad range of fun activities for families.Guest review byMarianUnited States - 10.0
We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local...
We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local restaurants. We found that breakfast at Zachary's was excellent. Their potatoes are really tasty and the have homemade bread. We had dinner at Bedda Mia. Their Spaghetti alle vongole and Carbonara is good. We would go back to both of those places.Guest review byAnn - 10.0
But I most like the beaches I would like to just sit out...
But I most like the beaches I would like to just sit out there for half a day towards the evening a watch the sunset. It’s just beautiful and everything else is fine. I like the food places. I recommend them to check out some of the food places just wanted a little more time at this wonderful little place to stay or live.Guest review byRebeccaUnited States - 8.0
Santa Cruz is a big part of my family's history.
Santa Cruz is a big part of my family's history. It's my happy place and is now my kids', too. We love the ocean & beaches anywhere, but it's special here. We love the town, it's age, architecture and setting. Weather is unbeatable. The Boardwalk is famous for a reason. It's big, but not too big. Rides are a perfect balance of terrifying to just fun so there's something for everyone. Some of us don't do rides at all and are perfectly happy with the beach, arcades, games and shops instead. I do have to warn that prices have gone up noticeably this year and they weren't bargains to begin with. All day parking across from the Boardwalk is now $35, large corn dogs are almost $10. There aren't as many beach showers available anymore and the whole Boardwalk has gone cashless, card only. You can buy one from a vending machine or kiosk good anywhere on the Walk if you don't have a credit card. They removed most of the classic arcade games from the main arcade, which is a loss to my husband, my sister and me. Ticket values from games in the redemption center have gone way down, too, in this new economy. But the mini golf is still there and fun as always 😉 Prices are up all over town, not just the Boardwalk. Our family's must-visit is Santa Cruz Diner & almost every breakfast item now starts at $19+. You can keep costs down a bit by going on off peak days or even season & using the fridge in ur room for meals and snacks. Enjoy it all, but be prepared to pay!Guest review byStephanieUnited States
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- From $283.38 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 226 reviewsLovely get-away place with beautiful terraces in Santa Cruz! The views are gorgeous from the terraces. Room and bathroom were all very clean and staff was friendly. We loved the sound of the waves and the sea lions from our hotel room, it was a lovely stay!Guest review byCalewaertBelgium
- From $215.73 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 403 reviewsThis cute little boutique hotel is a wonderful little gem. Rooms cozy with fireplace and hot coffee/latte available in the lobby along with lovely banana bread. A short walk to the shops and restaurants downtown. I would definitely stay again.Guest review byLindaCanada
- From $97.95 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 891 reviewsRoom sizes were large, walking distance to Santa Cruz Walf, clean facilities, clean rooms and friendly staff.Guest review byJohnAustralia
- From $171.23 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 754 reviewsAmazing location on the front at Santa Cruz, newly updated hotel so very clean and comfortable.Guest review byJonUnited Kingdom
- From $107.53 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.2Good - What previous guests thought, 616 reviewsReasonably priced for Santa CruzGuest review byGlennAustralia
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