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Sunny Cove Motel

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, within a few steps of Sunny Cove Beach and 2.7 miles of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well...

J
Julie
From
New Zealand
This place is great. Very close to the beach. The staff were great and the room was clean. It’s a quirky place, which added to its charm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$195
1 night, 2 adults
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Swell House Santa Cruz

Hotel in Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Swell House Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz, a 6-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach and 2.5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

C
Cole
From
United States
Booked the swell house for a spontaneous trip and it could not have been more perfect. Super clean space, great quality amenities and finishes, awesome location within close proximity to everything we wanted in Santa Cruz.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$207
1 night, 2 adults
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Casablanca Inn on The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located across the street from the Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Casablanca Inn on The Beach overlooks Monterey Bay. Free WiFi and ocean views are featured in most rooms.

T
Tina
From
United States
2nd time staying here in less than a month, I came back I loved it so much! Staff is wonderful. Property pristine. Ocean views on the balcony, amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,797 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$139
1 night, 2 adults
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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located 3 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Ocean Pacific Lodge is 100% nonsmoking and offers guest rooms with free WiFi.

K
Kayla
From
United States
Staff was amazing and room was nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,154 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$89
1 night, 2 adults
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Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Discover a modern coastal escape at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages, located just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay.

M
Moritz
From
France
All was great, friendly helpful staff, the rooms and beds were comfortable, clean fresh bathroom with a hot powerful shower, Breakfast with a view to the beach. What more could you ask for?
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$147.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

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.

J
Jennifer
From
United States
The location was fine. There is a beautiful park and walking path adjacent to the hotel. The room was nicely updated, the bed was comfortable and everything was very clean. I was pleasantly surprised. The outside of the hotel is deceptive because the lobby, restaurant, pool area, and the rooms in comparison are stunning!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews
Location 8.3
Price from
$129
1 night, 2 adults
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Pacific Blue Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

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.

M
Miranda
From
Thailand
It was so cute! And I felt really safe
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$99
1 night, 2 adults
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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

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.

S
Sheila
From
United States
Nice hotel, breakfast and friendly staff. It's my second time at this hotel and it did not disappoint.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
$140.27
1 night, 2 adults
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Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

A 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.

B
Baumgardner
From
United States
Remodeled room, large shower, excellent staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$125.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Solares

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

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.

C
Carter
From
Abkhazia
The property was clean and welcoming. Plenty of space for all to enjoy. The pool was right outside our door. Perfect for a Mama with active kiddos. Pet friendly, my Little dog had so much fun as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,756 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
$90
1 night, 2 adults
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Offering a variety of animal-ready amenities, these properties promise a great stay for pets and people. Services can include sitting services, specialized bedding, and dog-walking. Some hotels even offer fun perks like a gourmet room service menu for pets, as well as catnip and scratching posts.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 955 reviews

    Aqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, within a 14-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach and 0.7 miles of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, The Aqua Pacific Hotel has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi as well as free...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews

    A short distance from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and other popular area attractions, this California motel provides comfortable accommodations and 24-hour front desk service.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews

    Best 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

    Located 1.4 miles from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area offers 2-star accommodations in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

  • Beachside retreat is a recently renovated vacation home in Santa Cruz, near Sunny Cove Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 743 reviews

    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.

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  • Seabright Breeze offers accommodations in Santa Cruz, a 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach and 0.7 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodations, Swell House Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz, a 6-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach and 2.5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

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  • Pacific Blue Inn

    Santa Cruz
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

    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.

  • Chaminade Resort & Spa

    Santa Cruz
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

    Set in the Santa Cruz mountain range of Northern California, the Chaminade Resort & Spa is 3.1 mi from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

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  • Sunny Cove Motel

    Pet-Friendly Hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $221.65
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
    Staff, location, room, pet friendly
    Guest review by
    Griffith
    Family with young children

  • Continental Inn

    Pet-Friendly Hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $108.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews
    The hotel location was good, the beds were comfortable, cleaning service came every day and the staff was friendly. Also, they are pet friendly.
    Guest review by
    Annette
    Group

  • Aqua Breeze Inn

    Pet-Friendly Hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $224.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 955 reviews
    Location, pet friendly, across from the Boardwalk.
    Guest review by
    Melany
    Family with young children

  • Casablanca Inn on The Beach

    Pet-Friendly Hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $267.30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,797 reviews
    Location, large room, views, dog friendly, nice staff
    Guest review by
    Lashaun
    Young couple

  • Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

    Pet-Friendly Hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $155.79
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
    Good location and dog friendly rooms.
    Guest review by
    Jillian
    Young couple

  • Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

    Pet-Friendly Hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $148.89
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews
    What an unexpected surprise! The pool area is lovely. I felt very spoiled with pool side service and had drinks and dinner while lounging in the cute cabana areas they have. The room was very clean and inviting and the bed are VERY comfortable! I didn't want to leave! They are also pet friendly, so I may bring my dog next time.
    Guest review by
    Victoria
    Solo traveler

  • Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

    Pet-Friendly Hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $283.03
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
    Very nice and located right by a nice local beach. The staff were super friendly and loved dogs. Having kids and let’s it’s nice to have a kitchenette which was perfect. Gas stove, apartment sized fridge/freezer, toaster, microwave, mini basic coffee maker, etc. They had special towels and treats for my dogs. I brought a crate to keep my dogs calm while we were out at the Boardwalk all day which is not pet friendly.
    Guest review by
    Kathleen
    Family with young children

  • Casablanca Inn on The Beach

    Pet-Friendly Hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $267.30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,797 reviews
    Location, room size, great staff. Pet friendly, fenced dog area. Comfortable bed. View of ocean.
    Guest review by
    McKenna
    Family with young children

  • Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

    Pet-Friendly Hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $283.03
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
    It was beautiful. The price, location and view was perfect for our little get away for the night. The fact that it was pet friendly was awesome since we could bring our dog and didn’t have to leave her at home.
    Guest review by
    Naleen
    Young couple

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