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Beach Street Inn and Suites, hotel in Santa Cruz

Centrally located in Santa Cruz, this inn is across from Main Beach. The inn features a courtyard area with picnic tables, an outdoor pool and guest rooms with free WiFi.

Good location near the beach and not far from restaurants, bars, and nearby hiking.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,584 reviews
Price from
$188
1 night, 2 adults
Casablanca Inn on The Beach, hotel in 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.

Ocean and boardwalk views at a decent price. Just wish we had more time to enjoy it.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
1,415 reviews
Price from
$500
1 night, 2 adults
Comfort Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz is conveniently located where Highway 1 and Highway 17 meet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Room was very comfortable and quiet; staff was nice; and breakfast was great! Thank you.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
727 reviews
Price from
$108
1 night, 2 adults
Mission Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

Seymore Marine Discovery is 2 miles from this Santa Cruz area inn. A free breakfast is provided and all rooms offer free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in all rooms at the Mission Inn.

We never used the breakfast. It was upstairs and my wife can’t do stairs.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
946 reviews
Price from
$119
1 night, 2 adults
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz, hotel in Santa Cruz

Styled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily.

The room was spacious and very well appointed. the staff / owners were extremely friendly. Clearly they put a lot of effort into the remodel and it showed. I particularly appreciated the jacuzzi and other bathroom amenities, including double sink and plenty of vanity space. We had a wonderful time during our stay!
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
878 reviews
Price from
$319
1 night, 2 adults
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

Clean and food.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
228 reviews
Price from
$124
1 night, 2 adults
Quality Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

In 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.

I liked just about everything bout the motel.
Scored 6.6
6.6
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
178 reviews
Price from
$108
1 night, 2 adults
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

Central and spacious room with kitchen. Bed was good and comfortable. Quiet enough
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
712 reviews
Price from
$678
1 night, 2 adults
Inn at Depot Hill, hotel in Santa Cruz

*Adults Only* Just 10 minutes’ walk from Capitola Beach and Wharf, this luxurious B&B offers an evening wine reception complete with appetizers. A full breakfast is served daily.

Beautiful hotel in a historic building. Location is perfect - close to the beach and downtown Capitola
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
164 reviews
Price from
$340
1 night, 2 adults
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley, hotel in Santa Cruz

Nestled in the picturesque Santa Cruz Mountains, Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley is a Spanish-style, California hotel featuring comfortable guest rooms and contemporary amenities.

the breakfast was amazing and they also have a hot tub and a swimming pool very conveniently located really close to Santa Cruz and other cool places like the mystery spot Scotts valley is a beautiful town
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
293 reviews
Price from
$122
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Comfort Inn
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 727 reviews

    The 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

  • Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 304 reviews

    Built in the early 1900s, Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is located on a quiet cul-de-sac that ends at Monterey Bay's unique Sunny Cove Beach.

    we love that property is right at Sunny cove beach.

  • Mission Inn
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 946 reviews

    Seymore Marine Discovery is 2 miles from this Santa Cruz area inn. A free breakfast is provided and all rooms offer free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in all rooms at the Mission Inn.

    Large clean room with comfortable bed & chairs.

  • Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 228 reviews

    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.

    Kaci the girl at the front desk was ver ver helpful.

  • Quality Inn
    Breakfast options
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 178 reviews

    In 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.

  • Cliff Crest Inn
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 17 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Santa Cruz, Cliff Crest Inn has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Felt like was was staying at grandmas … in a good way!!!

  • Harbor Inn
    Breakfast options
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 16 reviews

    Within 10 minutes’ drive of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pleasure Point, this Santa Cruz inn offers accommodations with charming décor and free WiFi in all rooms.

    Wonderful, safe location. Nice and clean. Nostalgic. Flowers in December.

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  • Beach Street Inn and Suites
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,584 reviews

    Centrally located in Santa Cruz, this inn is across from Main Beach. The inn features a courtyard area with picnic tables, an outdoor pool and guest rooms with free WiFi.

    Perfect location, lovely pool and hot tub, comfy beds

  • Casablanca Inn on The Beach
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,414 reviews

    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.

    Good location, free parking lot, fenced area for dogs, fair price

  • Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 878 reviews

    Styled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily.

    Charming villa in optimal location, comfortable room.

  • Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 712 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.

    De locatie is ideaal gelegen ten opzichte van zee.

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Inns That Guests Love in Santa Cruz

  • Avg. price/night: $159.08
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 474 reviews
    The staff was incredibly helpful! Our car battery died shortly after we arrived to the inn but staff was more than willing to lend a hand to help jumpstart it! Exceeding our expectations (thank you to the girl working the front desk)!!
    N
    Naomi
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $88.32
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 712 reviews
    Small room, good bed and wi-fi. Room facing inner courtyard, silent.
    Gustavo
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $300.90
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,414 reviews
    The inn was close to everything didn’t need to drive to anything, very quiet even with the construction going on it didn’t brother us a bit , room was set up very nice !
    Jerry
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $115.13
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,771 reviews
    Best location for Beach Boardwalk- short walk to dinner and treats. View of the boardwalk from our balcony, which was pleasant to sit on.
    John
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $94.69
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 895 reviews
    It was not disclosed that parking is on a first come first serve basis. There is not enough stalls for the parking the inn promised. We had to park on the street.
    J
    Jessie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $222.30
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 232 reviews
    Owners of SeaWay Inn can afford better breakfast for guest.... LIKE PANCAKES CAN'T GO WRONG. not a complaint just an input!
    J
    Julio
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $212.06
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 287 reviews
    It was a great location if you want to walk to the boardwalk! We also walked down to the warf for dinner which was delicious!
    Lynette
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $94.69
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 895 reviews
    I had a amazing time at Bay front Inn. Everything was so clean, organized, comfy and really close to the beach.
    Marianna
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $133.16
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 178 reviews
    The breakfast was poor. Not up to the standards of other Quality Inns I have stayed in. It was not a real breakfast by any stretch of the imagination'
    Michael
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $86.75
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 920 reviews
    The male manager was very helpful in finding the inn. I had misplaced my directions and ended up 1 exit on CA-17.
    Kroell
    Young couple

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