2 Star Hotel

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA - United States
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About

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. Free WiFi and a continental breakfast is offered daily for guests. All rooms at the Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk include a flat-screen TV with cable. Comfortably furnished, the bright rooms feature a fridge and microwave. For added convenience, laundry facilities are available. Vending machines offering snacks and beverages are located on site. The University of California Santa Cruz is 12 minutes’ drive from Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The Santa Cruz Wharf is a short walk away.

Guest Rating

7.6

Good

Based on 1,236 reviews

Location Of Hotel

9.1

Hotel Cleanliness

8.1

Hotel Staff

8.6

Overall Quality

7.7
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Room Options

1/4

Standard Room with Two Double Beds

280 sqft • 2 Double

Air conditioningAlarm clockBath or ShowerBody soap

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1/4

King Room with Roll-in Shower - Mobility Access/Non-Smoking

280 sqft • 1 King

Accessible bath/showerAccessible roomAir conditioningAlarm clock

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1/21

Business Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View - Non-Smoking

280 sqft • 2 Queen

Air conditioningAlarm clockBalconyBath or Shower

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1/4

1 Queen Bed, Business Room, Partial Ocean View, Non-Smoking

280 sqft • 1 Queen

Air conditioningAlarm clockBalconyBath or Shower

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1/5

3 Double Beds, Business Room, Partial Ocean View, Non-Smoking

280 sqft • 3 Double

Air conditioningAlarm clockBalconyBath or Shower

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1/5

1 King Bed Business Room Non-Smoking

280 sqft • 1 King or 2 Double

Air conditioningAlarm clockBalconyBath or Shower

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Guest Rating

7.6

Good

Based on 810 reviews

Location Of Hotel

9.1

Hotel Cleanliness

8.1

Hotel Staff

8.6

Overall Quality

7.7

Pros +

  • Everything
  • Good location, reasonable price.
  • Location

Cons -

  • WiFi didn’t work hot top was cold didn’t work. Staff did not respond to make it right
  • Location
  • Breakfast was quite minimal.

Top Quotes:

"Very clean, plenty of parking and close to the beach."

"Very comfortable beds and quiet."

"Hotel was nice, comfortable and quiet. Location to the beach was excellent. "

Business Traveler (49)

Solo Traveler (101)

Traveling as Couple (395)

Family with Young Children (431)

Family with Teens (20)

Senior Traveler (12)

Group Traveler (99)

Total (722)

5.0

Annette

Posted on: 2-18-2026

WiFi didn’t work hot top was cold didn’t work. Staff did not respond to make it right

10.0

Sergio

Posted on: 2-18-2026

Everything

Location

8.0

Omri

Posted on: 2-18-2026

Good location, reasonable price.

Breakfast was quite minimal.

7.0

Michael

Posted on: 2-12-2026

Location

Bad wi-fi connection, squeaky desk chair

Top Amenities:

Free BreakfastFree Internet AccessFree ParkingSpaHandicapped Rooms/FacilitiesNo Smoking Rooms/FacilitiesHot tub/WhirlpoolFamily Friendly
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Guest Policies

Check-in:

After 03:00 PM

Check-out:

Before 11:00 AM

Pets:

Pets are not allowed.

Important Info:

If arriving after 22:30, please contact the hotel for instructions on late check-in. Parking at the hotel is available for hotel guests ONLY. Please note that there is US$ 20.00 parking fee if you will bring a second car.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Features & Amenities

Highlighted Amenities:

Free Breakfast
Free Internet Access
Free Parking
Spa
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Hot tub/Whirlpool
Family Friendly

Amenities & Services

Facilities for disabled guests available
Family rooms
Free Breakfast
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Hot tub/Whirlpool
Microwave
Non-smoking property
Refrigerator
Spa services
Wheelchair accessible

location

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA

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