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Very nice room. Staff was friendly and responsive to our needs.
The location
We had a suite. Very large, well furnished.
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The closeness to the boardwalk. It?s a short walk down to the hill.
Bed was clean
The staff was very professional and helpful. It was quiet and relaxing at night.
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Location location location!!
Room was super clean and updated!! Comfortable Beds. We had the king luxury suite. Hotel is directing across from the beach. Hotel reps were very helpful and had plenty of suggestions for food and entertainment. Definitely staying here
Clean and great location
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The staff that checked us in was great couldn't ask for better service!
The hotel area was a central location of the town. They had coffee all day long! The breakfast was really good!
Morning front desk clerk was very nice
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The hotel was just a couple of blocks from the Boardwalk, which was our main destination for the weekend. We were able to walk to/from the boardwalk and not have to pay for parking. Plus, our room was clean and the staff was courteous and friendly.
Not bad. To be expected for the price. Just a hotel. Clean rooms and location is right near the boardwalk. Parking free in back
Big room very clean. Newly remodeled
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The staff
It¿s location, view, cleanliness & friendly staff.
The view was great and the pool area was a lot of fun.
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Excellent location, very clean, great breakfast, most comfortable beds and pillows! Staff so nice and accommodating. Hotel employee was so helpful getting my parents an ADA room. My parents are in their 80?s and use walkers.
cleanliness
Staff was friendly and courteous
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The hostel is very clean, it has helpful staff and the vicinity to the beach is amazing( only about two blocks)
The character of this hotel; the location, the building character, the staff, it all made for an unforgettable charm.
The beauty and location
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This was one of the worst hotel experiences I've had. The staff lied about not finding my engagement ring in my room after checkout (I've checked my belongings countless times without finding it); the manager lied that they didn't find it after checkout.
Clean and comfortable
Very well kept and clean
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It was very well lit at night and felt safe. It was located walking distance from beach and boardwalk
The view of the Boardwalk was great
The price
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The restaurant is great, room was nicely laid out and clean
It was quiet and safe. The pool was great and being off the boardwalk was a plus.
Comfortable beds, super cute place
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Good price. Helpful employee. Free parking.
New rooms was very comfortable thank you
Everything is walkable do in that sense it is a good location.
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Clean, Comfortable Bed, Close to the Boardwalk
It had a front door that locked and lights that could be turned on and off. It had running water.
It was very clean and the breakfast was pretty good
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Charming, great location, awesome friendly staff.
quiet and well kept
How clean and cute the room was, as well as how helpful and kind the staff was. Both women I interacted with were so nice.
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Very well maintained, great coffee machine + carrot cake muffins :)
Loved the room - large, comfortable, and on the ground floor (easy in and out for my dog).
Great location, walking distance to the beach, the boardwalk, and downtown restaurants and shops. Incredibly helpful and friendly staff.
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Very quaint and clean. Good location
Staff was great. Hotel was a great deal for the cost. Breakfast had many options. Very comfortable and large.
Close to the function we were attending
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Absolutely everything was top notch
The view was amazing !! The staff was fantastic !! Very friendly!! 9/10 !!
Can't beat location. We came specifically for boardwalk walked there severally times. Staff, especially the manager  were praiseworthy. They were super nice and ensured everyone felt so welcome. Pool was warm. Snow cones in pm were a nice treat.
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Absolutely loved this place. Everything about it. Very nice staff. Great location. Clean. Nice touch with the snacks and wine.
The location and being right next to beach
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The location and staff were great. Just steps from the beach. Beautiful view. Beach is a small cove.
The room was bright, clean with a comfy bed and huge shower. The staff was incredibly friendly despite their masks, and they went above and beyond to help us navigate the ever-changing health guidelines related to travel during a pandemic!
The rooms were amazing. Very clean and decorated like a beautiful seaside cottage. Also the continental breakfast was fabulous
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Cliff Crest is a quaint and quirky bed and breakfast built in the early history of Santa Cruz. Our room was quiet and comfortable. The location is perfect for walking to the boardwalk. I will stay here again on my next Santa Cruz excursion.
The staff are wonderful. Hotel employee especially was a joy a to talk to she is a lovely soul and maintains a beautiful B&B.
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Location was ideal
Price, cleanliness, location
Price and free wifi
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They have one fee that covers 2 dogs. They were very accommodating when we asked for a later checkout
Nice soft bed. Great breakfast.
Room near pool. The Mexico themed water basin/sink
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Location and convenience
The mattress was firm but not too firm.. The location was excellent.
Quiet and clean and convenient to businesses
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You can walk across the street to Applebee's. And the price
Location is good
Motel 6 remains less expensive than most other hotels. This one was well located for my purpose. Quality is missing but one gets what one pays for. The grounds were well kept and the parking area was well lit. The heater in the room was quiet, a plus!
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Beautifully maintained grounds. Very clean. Exceptionally nice suite.
I love the location and the cleanliness of this hotel. The staff is very friendly. The bar has live music and delicious food. Being a mother of three, I appreciate that there is a Safeway across the street, Pete?s coffee, & Seacliff State Beach.
location , landscaping , hot tub, clean.
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Convenient location. Clean and friendly staff. Good continental breakfast.
Cleanliness and staff!
Cleanliness. Breakfast provided- well stocked and well managed.
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In the forest
Location in the redwood forest.
Small and perfect for our family of 5. The scenery was beautiful and the place is tucked away by the river. We loved being able to walk down to the river and sit on our deck and listen to nature. Definitely coming back
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Gluten-free options for breakfast and non-dairy milk.
The hotel was in a good location, our rooms were large and very very clean, one of the rooms had a fireplace, the front desk was friendly, it came with a free breakfast which we did not partake in. I would stay at this hotel again.
Parking was easy behind the hotel.
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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. All rooms are soundproofed. A seating area, an electronics charging station, a TV with cable channels, and a coffee machine are featured in each spacious room. Solaire Restaurant and Bar is onsite and features local wine and beer. Guests can enjoy farm to table ingredients and a seasonal menu. A fitness center is on site. A concierge service is provided for the hotel to assist guests with dinner reservations and area attractions. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Capital Village is 8.8 miles away, and Pacific Avenue with boutique shops and stores is just 15 minutes’ walk from the property.
Just a cool, funky atmosphere. Friendly service.
The staff and the family friendly amenities like a kids menu and room service
Location.
Chaminade Resort And Spa
Set in the Santa Cruz mountain range of Northern California, the Chaminade Resort & Spa is 3.1 mi from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The resort has a year-round outdoor pool and BBQ, and guests can enjoy a meal at 2 different on-site restaurants. Every room at this resort is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen LCD TV. Each room comes with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. Extras include bath robes and free toiletries. Chaminade Resort & Spa features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a 24-hour front desk, a cash machine, a shared lounge and gift shop at the property. Free private parking is also available on site. Car hire is available at this resort and the area is popular for golfing. Monterey Bay is a 45 minutes’ drive away. Museum of History & Art at the McPherson Center is 3.1 mi from Chaminade Resort & Spa, while Pacific Avenue is 3.1 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Mineta San Jose International Airport, 25 mi from Chaminade Resort & Spa.
I loved the hiking trails and the campus in general.
Staff was friendly. Resort looked clean and nice.
Hotel was very clean. Bathroom was spotless. There is no cleaning service unless requested. Which they did not personally tell us at check in. It was written in a letter.
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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 private parking for guests who drive. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The hotel has family rooms. All rooms is equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel, the rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. At The Aqua Pacific Hotel guests are welcome to use an indoor swimming pool. Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is 1.6 miles from the accommodation, while Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 1.9 miles from the property. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 31 miles away.
Incredibly nice person at front desk.
Location was good
The location
Casablanca Inn on The Beach
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. Each room includes a TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and an private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Linens and towels are also provided. Offering ocean view outdoor dining options, Sawasdee by the Sea features Thai cuisine for lunch or dinner daily. To-go menus are also offered at Casablanca Inn. Concierge services are also available to guests. Marine Discovery Center Museum is 3.1 mi away. San Jose International Airport is 40 minutes’ drive away from Casablanca Inn on the Beach.
Location was perfect from boardwalk
The view was amazing, had some great views
The room was spacious, clean and had a cute balcony! It also had everything we needed - tv, coffee, etc.
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. Hilton Santa Cruz-Scotts Valleyfeatures guestrooms and suites that are filled with unique amenities. Guests will enjoy free wireless high-speed internet access, microwaves and refrigerators. Enjoyable facilities at the Hilton Santa Cruz-Scotts Valley include an outdoor pool and well-equipped fitness center with Precor equipment. Guests can stay productive in the hotel's 24-hour business center. Stonehouse Bar & Grill, located on-site, serves traditional California cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
I liked the location and the kids liked the pool.
Easy to find. Quite.
Very clean and quiet!
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Styled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily. Offering a city or ocean view, each suite at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz features a flat-screen TV. A microwave and refrigerator are provided. Guests are pampered with free toiletries. Refreshments are available in the lobby. This inn is 5 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. San Francisco International Airport is 49 mi away.
Ease of check in and check out. Location is perfect.
The hotel itself is fantastic amd this was my 3rd stay. I love the location and the building itself. The amenities are very nice.
The setting and location are great.
SeaSide Inn & Suites
Located in Santa Cruz, a 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around a 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 1.6 miles from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse and 2 miles from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. University of California Santa Cruz is 2.3 miles from the hotel and Pasatiempo Golf Club is 2.7 miles away. All guest rooms comes with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer, while some units at the hotel also have a balcony. SeaSide Inn & Suites can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Winchester Mystery House is 29 miles from the accommodation, while San Jose Diridon Amtrak Station is 31 miles away. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 31 miles from the property.
It very close to UCSC.
Convenient location and parking, knowledgeable staff, easy ingress and egress.
The location is great.
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. Guest rooms at this hotel include coffee facilities and a cable TV. The rooms are also furnished with a mini-bar, a microwave, a balcony or patio, and a refrigerator. A hot tub is available at Hotel Solares. Guests can take advantage of the 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Cowell Beach is less than 1 mi from this hotel. The University of California Santa Cruz is 2.2 mi away.
Location was great. Staff was nice. Has a (hot tub) & pool. Delicious hot chocolate. Free parking
I liked that it was close to everything like food places and the beach and also that the staff were very nice.
The woman who checked us out was nice and efficient.
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
Located 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. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz rooms include a microwave and refrigerator, for midnight snacks and light meals. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz provides guests with a daily continental breakfast and USA Today Newspaper . This hotel is only 1.5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Wharf. Mystery Spot is less than 10 minutes' drive away. The University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) is 15 minutes' drive from the property.
Comfy beds, clean, breakfast included.
It was close by and clean.
Nothing they never let me stay
Stretching from the serene Pasatiempa Golf Club to the buzzing Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this area west of the University of California - Santa Cruz campus offers something for everyone. This surf destination features a mellow beach feel, as well as a nostalgic boardwalk lined with classic rides and even a historic carousel. Downtown Santa Cruz is lined with unique shops and casual restaurants serving up local cuisine. The nearby Lighthouse Field State Beach, found just southwest of the area, draws surfers and those looking for lounging sea lions and wintering Monarch butterflies.
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. All rooms offer a coffee machine, a hairdryer, ironing facilities, a refrigerator, and a microwave. Select rooms offer a spa bath. A grab-n-go style vegetarian breakfast is included with your stay. There are also four 24-hour restaurants within walking distance. This hotel also features an outdoor heated pool and hot tub, and business center services. The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz has a 24-hour front desk. Ample parking is available. Local attractions like Santa Cruz Beach, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf, Big Basin Redwoods State Park, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Roaring Camp Railroads are close by. The beach, boardwalk, giant redwood trees, scenic Capitola, several shops and the wharf are less than 0.9 mi away. The University of California, Santa Cruz is 2 mi away.
Accommodating staff
Breakfast and heated pool
Room options
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz By IHG
Located in Santa Cruz, California, 10 minutes from Lighthouse Field State Beach, this hotel features an outdoor pool and bright, contemporary rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV. The Santa Cruz East Holiday Inn Express offers rooms with hardwood furniture, including a work desk with ergonomic chair. Guests can browse the internet with the free Wi-Fi or make a snack with the microwave and refrigerator. The business center is open 24 hours a day and a hot continental breakfast is served in the mornings. The Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 2.8 miles from Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz East. The Rio Theater is less than a 5-minute drive away.
The receptionist went out of her way to make my wife and I felt special. She was amazing and helped us tremendously. She should get a promotion
The beds and bed linens were comfortable.
Location to UCSC is only 4 miles. Close to everything. Very clean and staffs are friendly
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
In a prime location in the center of Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness center. The property is around a 19-minute walk from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, 2.4 miles from University of California Santa Cruz and 3.6 miles from Pasatiempo Golf Club. Private parking is available on site. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. At La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, every room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz. The hotel can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Popular points of interest near La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 32 miles away.
Excellent location, good breakfast, nice staff, decent room, easy parking.
We loved the breakfast and location was what we needed.
Location is fantastic! Staff is professional. Parking is gated and secured. Clean Rooms and awesome! I will recommend this Hotel to my friends.
Seascape Beach Resort
Located in Aptos, Seascape Beach Resort is a luxurious oceanfront resort featuring three outdoor swimming pools with hot tubs and 2 restaurants on site. All accommodations includes free WiFi. Featuring a patio or balcony, all rooms are equipped with a kitchen or kitchenette, a TV with cable channels, and a fireplace. Guests can chose from a spacious villa, a studio or a suite complete with a microwave, a refrigerator and a dining area. Accommodations at this resort features ocean or garden views. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sanderlings Restaurant & Lounge offers casual fine-dining with ocean views. Offering 2 decks with ocean views, Palapas restaurant features authentic traditional dishes of Mexico and a full bar stocked with fine wines and an extensive tequila list. Guests can also take advantage of the room service. Guests can visit the spa and wellness center or work out in the fitness center at Seascape Beach Resort. Tennis courts and a children’s playground are provided and guest can hire bicycles to explore the surrounding area. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 13 mi away. This resort is 54 mi from San Francisco Airport. The property offers free parking.
The location of the hotel and staff were great.
I liked the location of the resort.
The spaciousness
Capitola Beach Suites
Located in Capitola and within a few steps of Hooper's Beach, Capitola Beach Suites features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 5.9 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 6 miles from Pasatiempo Golf Club and 6.5 miles from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a sea view. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. Selected rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. All guest rooms feature a closet. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 6.9 miles from Capitola Beach Suites, while University of California Santa Cruz is 7.3 miles away. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 34 miles from the property.
The room had a lot of space. Very comfy.
Capitola Hotel
Located in Capitola and with Capitola Beach reachable within a few steps, Capitola Hotel has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is around 5.9 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 6 miles from Pasatiempo Golf Club and 6.6 miles from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a closet. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, some rooms at Capitola Hotel also have a sea view. At the accommodation, all rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Capitola Hotel offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 6.9 miles from the hotel, while University of California Santa Cruz is 7.4 miles from the property. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 34 miles away.
The location is great, very close to restaurants and the beach. The hotel itself is very cute, a converted house which has a lot of character.
Loved the place.
Located between Santa Cruz and Monterey, this inland agriculture-rich stretch features historic downtown Watsonville, known for its pocket parks, local shops and historic facades. You're never far from wide open spaces and outdoor recreation here, as this area serves as a great jumping-off point for nearby beaches, redwood forests, whale watching, birding and more.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville By IHG
Located in Watsonville, 16 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Guests can chill out in the indoor pool. A buffet breakfast is available at the hotel. Presidio of Monterey Museum is 28 miles from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG, while Pasatiempo Golf Club is 16 miles away. Monterey Regional Airport is 27 miles from the property.
Comfortable beds and pillows and the room was clean.
Super clean! This is what I like best about this hotel. The staff are friendly and the breakfast is always very convenient!
great staff, good breakfast, large clean room
Hampton Inn By Hilton & Suites Watsonville, CA
Featuring 3-star accommodations, Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville is located in Watsonville, 18 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 26 miles from Presidio of Monterey Museum. The property is around 18 miles from Pasatiempo Golf Club, 19 miles from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse and 19 miles from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. The hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel each room is equipped with air conditioning and a TV. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville offers a buffet or American breakfast. University of California Santa Cruz is 20 miles from the accommodation, while Cannery Row is 27 miles away. Monterey Regional Airport is 24 miles from the property.
The breakfast and free water are nice.
Friendly staff, comfortable room, and free breakfast!
Very nice hotel clean receptionist nice and accomodated us when we came in late and they had given our room to someone else. They accomodated us by giving us two separate rooms which were right across from each other and worked out well.
Pacific Coast Inn
The suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. This suite has a coffee machine, flat-screen TV with streaming services, mountain views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.
In had a place to put my head down and shower with clean towels.
Customer service of the women staff, not the guy.
I?ve never had an issue at this motel I actually prefer it over motel 6 and acouple others in my area but this time it was really bad
Quality Inn Santa Cruz
Located 1.4 miles from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn offers 2-star accommodations in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. The property is around 1.4 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 31 miles from San Jose Convention Center and 2 miles from Pasatiempo Golf Club. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 2.4 miles away and Winchester Mystery House is 29 miles from the inn. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms come complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a hairdryer, while certain rooms at the inn also offer a seating area. Guest rooms will provide guests with a microwave. Quality Inn offers a buffet or continental breakfast. The accommodation has a sun terrace. Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is 2.1 miles from Quality Inn, while University of California Santa Cruz is 2.1 miles away. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 30 miles from the property.
Very nice and neat motel room. The continental breakfast was great.
It was next to a nice diner. The staff was extremely courteous.
Close to places to go eat.
Best Western Inn
Offering a fitness center, Best Western Inn is set in Santa Cruz in the California Region, 1.5 mi from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Pacific Avenue is 0.8 mi from Best Western Inn, while University of California Santa Cruz is 1.7 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Mineta San Jose International Airport, 27 mi from the property.
Bed mattress is new and firm. Sheets are clean and comfortable.
Location maybe.
It was much better than the last hotel we stayed in in Santa Cruz.
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. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and free WiFi. The hotel has a sun terrace and a hot tub. At the hotel the rooms include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available at Hyatt Place Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a 15-minute walk from the accommodation, while Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is 1.5 miles from the property. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 31 miles away.
Nice linens, quiet room, very hearty breakfast included, excellent valet service, polite staff everywhere.
The Valet parking staff were friendly n helpful I loved their service, they even charged me vehicle at night.
nice and quiet. clean. big rooms.
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. A satellite TV with HBO film channels, a microwave and a fridge are offered in all guest rooms a Continental Inn. Each comfortably furnished room includes a hairdryer and tea and coffee-making facilities. 24-hour reception is offered at Continental Inn Santa Cruz. Fax and photocopying services are available on site. Offering numerous dining and shopping opportunities, Water Street and Santa Cruz town center are just 5 minutes’ walk from this hotel. The University of California Santa Cruz is 13 minutes’ drive away.
It was clean. The welcome reception was great. The hotel clerk was kind and friendly and very helpful ??
The staff were unbelievably friendly and accomadating. The rooms were very clean and well thought out for a 2 star hotel
The Hot Tub was nice the evening of our stay. The room was clean and it had everything you would need for short stays.
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
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. Guest rooms at the Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk contain a microwave and a refrigerator for extra convenience. Free local telephone calls can be made from every room. Santa Cruz Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk offers a deluxe continental breakfast. Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas of the hotel and a 24-hour front desk is on site. Local bus stops are a short walk from the Boardwalk Comfort Inn Santa Cruz. Cowell Beach is within a 10 minute walk away.
I like the location and of course the parking garage.
Room was small. Somewhat beaten-up, but sufficiently clean. Included parking was convenient - directly outside room for me.
The AC worked well
Edgewater Beach Inn
Ideally located in the center of Santa Cruz, Edgewater Beach Inn has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around a 19-minute walk from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, 2.4 miles from University of California Santa Cruz and 3.7 miles from Pasatiempo Golf Club. The inn provides an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. All rooms at the inn come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The rooms include a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms also feature a kitchen equipped with a fridge. All guest rooms will provide guests with a microwave. Popular points of interest near Edgewater Beach Inn include Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 32 miles from the property.
Location, pool, nice staff. It was OK , but not for the price I paid for the room.
The staff is incredibly friendly. Rooms are very cute and size is sufficient for 1-2 people. Guest parking lot available so no street parking. Convenient walk to the beach.
The location was perfect, staff was very friendly, this will be our go to hotel in Santa Cruz for return trips. Surprisingly the hotel offered temper pedic beds. Much better then the typical spring bed.
Price by Hotel Class
2* hotels, the most popular, average around $150 in Santa Cruz.
In Santa Cruz, hotel prices generally rise with the star rating. A 2* hotel averages around $150, while 3* hotels are priced just under $200. Moving to 4* hotels, prices are slightly higher, around $200, indicating minimal difference between 3* and 4* levels.
Price by Week Day
Weekend prices in Santa Cruz peak around $250–$260.
In Santa Cruz, hotel prices are lower at the start of the week, beginning around $140 on Monday and gradually increasing to just over $190 by Thursday. Weekend prices peak at about $250 to $260 on Friday and Saturday before dropping to around $160 on Sunday.
Price by Month
The busiest month in Santa Cruz is August, with prices around $250–$300.
In Santa Cruz, hotel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with the lowest rates occurring in January at just over $110. Prices rise steadily from spring, peaking in August around $250–$300. December also sees relatively high prices, nearing $210.
How far in advance should I book?
Same-day Santa Cruz booking is just over $140.
In Santa Cruz, hotel prices tend to decrease as the check-in date approaches. With 3 weeks before check-in, top hotels are generally fully booked, influencing available options and rates. Prices for same-day bookings often fall to just over $140, as last-minute vacancies are usually at lower-quality accommodations willing to drop prices to fill rooms. At 60 days prior, prices hover around $250, reflecting higher initial availability and greater competition among hotels, while the continuum of steadily declining prices suggests a range from around $180 to over $200 during the weeks leading to the check-in date.
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