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West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

Nestled on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach, this 3-story Victorian home is a restful bed and breakfast that offers unique guestrooms and thoughtful amenities just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach...

Great location, facilities, staff and view. Clean and neat, highly recommended.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
284 reviews
Price from
£181.83
1 night, 2 adults
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, hotel in Santa Cruz

Well situated in the centre of Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.

Good location for the boardwalk, decent buffet breakfast, spacious room.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
933 reviews
Price from
£117.87
1 night, 2 adults
Dream Inn Santa Cruz, hotel in Santa Cruz

This beachfront hotel is located next to Santa Cruz’s famous boardwalk and steps from the city centre, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family holiday or romantic...

We like the location😊
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
961 reviews
Price from
£215.47
1 night, 2 adults
Sea & Sand Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

Located 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.

+Location right next to the beach +Go to sleep and wake up to the lovely fog and sea lions +Lovely fire pits to watch the fog roll in +Decent free breakfast +Very helpful and friendly staff
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
186 reviews
Price from
£450.93
1 night, 2 adults
Marea Sol Hotel, hotel in Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel is well set in Santa Cruz, and features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.

Helpful and friendly reception staff who sorted a room upgrade. Close to beach.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
515 reviews
Price from
£113.60
1 night, 2 adults
Pacific Blue Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

It was clean, comfortable and in a good location
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
483 reviews
Price from
£140.07
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 302 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, 400 metres from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    Staff were very friendly and helpful. comfortable bed.

  • Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 824 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.

    Clean, spacious room, decent breakfast, close to Boardwalk

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 260 reviews

    Located off scenic California Highway 1, Fairfield Inn & Suites is less than 2 miles away from the University of California Santa Cruz.

    Close to UCSC / out of way from traffic/tourist -

  • Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 501 reviews

    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.

    Location, cleanliness, Friendly staff and service.

  • Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 379 reviews

    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.

    The staff was friendly and the location was perfect

  • Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 201 reviews

    Ideally situated off Highway 17 and only minutes from the beautiful beaches of Santa Cruz, California, this hotel offers many thoughtful amenities, and is close to popular area attractions.

    I liked the room and small pool available. Wr enjoyed our stay.

  • Hotel Solares
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,503 reviews

    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.

    I didn’t get to eat, I wasn’t aware there was breakfast.

  • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 668 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, California, 10 minutes from Lighthouse Field State Beach, this hotel features an outdoor pool, a sauna, and bright, contemporary rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV.

    The pool is 10/10, good temperature and nice size

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  • SeaSide Inn & Suites
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 690 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Everything was perfect. Comfy bed and good location

  • Continental Inn
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 640 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.

    It was very clean..staff were helpful and friendly.

  • Comfort Inn Boardwalk
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 476 reviews

    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.

    It was just what we needed. Something for everyone

  • Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 569 reviews

    This 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.

    è molto vicino a piedi dal Luna Park di Santa Cruz

  • Ocean Gate Inn
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 167 reviews

    The 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...

    I loved the view. It was very close to everything.

  • SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 500 reviews

    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.

    Buena atención el personal en recepción muy amable

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  • Pacific Blue Inn
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 483 reviews

    Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

    Really lovely little place, great host. Perfect location

  • Marea Sol Hotel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 515 reviews

    Marea Sol Hotel is well set in Santa Cruz, and features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.

    We got upgraded to a suite which was a massive bonus

  • The Inn at Pasatiempo
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 477 reviews

    Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, this french-country Santa Cruz, CA inn is adjacent to Pasatiempo Golf Course, designed by Alister Mackenzie.

    EVERYTHING! I am recommending this location to everyone I know.

  • The Aqua Pacific Hotel
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 466 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz, within 1.2 km of Santa Cruz Beach and 1.2 km of Seabright State Beach, The Aqua Pacific Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    Spotlessly clean in great location with lovely hosts.

  • Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 234 reviews

    Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is 3.2 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.

    The staff in the lobby were very nice and helpful.

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