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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 breakfast & some wine tasting. Very close to beach, Pier. Walkable to downtown.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
279 reviews
Price from
$251
1 night, 2 adults
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, hotel in Santa Cruz

In a prime location in Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness center.

this was our second time staying here. We liked it a lot and will be back. The water in the shower was lukewarm, and there was no remote in the room, which was a bummer.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
858 reviews
Price from
$149
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 center of the city, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family vacation or...

It was great
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
970 reviews
Price from
$259
1 night, 2 adults
Sea & Sand Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

Within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It has a 24-hour front desk and free guest parking.

The breakfast was good, it had the basic food to start the day.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
188 reviews
Price from
$519
1 night, 2 adults
Marea Sol Hotel, hotel in Santa Cruz

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

Proximity to boardwalk and pier with good food locations really close
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
471 reviews
Price from
$129
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 rooms with attached bathroom with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

Ease of access after hours With lock box a key provided
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
489 reviews
Price from
$159
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 828 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, a 16-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.

    Clean, spacious room, decent breakfast, close to Boardwalk

  • 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
     · 375 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
     · 203 reviews

    Ideally located 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.

    Breakfast was awesome. The rooms were comfortable.

  • Hotel Solares
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,448 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
     · 657 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

  • Comfort Inn Boardwalk
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 472 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

  • Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 244 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.

    The staff in the lobby were very nice and helpful.

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  • Pacific Blue Inn
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 489 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.

    Really lovely little place, great host. Perfect location

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

    Marea Sol Hotel is conveniently 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
     · 472 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.

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 258 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 -

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

    Located in Santa Cruz, a 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Everything was perfect. Comfy bed and good location

  • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 287 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, a 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    Staff were very friendly and helpful. comfortable bed.

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

    Located in Santa Cruz, within a 14-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach and 0.8 miles of Seabright State Beach, The Aqua Pacific Hotel has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private...

    Spotlessly clean in great location with lovely hosts.

  • Continental Inn
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 631 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.

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