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Hotel Solares, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

Location, room and pool were good.
6.8
Scored 6.8
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
1,095 reviews
Price fromRUB 9,717per night
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...

Great view. Easy access to lobby. Food at the Jack O'Neil restaurant and lounge was excellent. Great service by Hannah, Maggie and Andrew the bartender. Good location.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,005 reviews
Price fromRUB 30,062per night
Continental Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

Room was clean. Bed was nice
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
672 reviews
Price fromRUB 8,553per night
Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

Beautiful location! We loved how when you look out the window all we saw was trees, very private.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
705 reviews
Price fromRUB 13,076per night
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

Everything! Friendly staff,excellent view to the ocean,very clean. Thank you for the mother's day rose🫶
6.4
Scored 6.4
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
910 reviews
Price fromRUB 10,563per night
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

Restaurant food
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
470 reviews
Price fromRUB 14,072per night
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

The room was clean and spacious
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
854 reviews
Price fromRUB 18,158per night
Comfort Inn Boardwalk, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

Location was excellent. Just a few minutes walk to the boardwalk.
7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
441 reviews
Price fromRUB 8,590per night
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.

Location. Walked to the wharf and nearby downtown area. Parking was good. Room was very nice. Owner was very hospitable!
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
484 reviews
Price fromRUB 17,270per night
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca, hotel in Santa Cruz

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.

Proximity to where I needed to be.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
403 reviews
Price fromRUB 11,956per night
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Santa Cruz's best hotels with breakfast

  • SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 388 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.

    Well run, clean establishment. Decent location. Nice staff.

  • Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 705 reviews

    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.

    Facilities were good, also great location for Santa Cruz

  • Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 226 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.

    convenient location. excellent breakfast and very clean room

  • Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 298 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.

Budget hotels in Santa Cruz

  • West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 285 reviews

    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...

    Everything but more than anything, the staff were amazing.

  • Dream Inn Santa Cruz
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,007 reviews

    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...

    really loved this place - cool quirky trendy and fun!

  • Marea Sol Hotel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 305 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

  • Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 854 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

  • Sea & Sand Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 156 reviews

    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 ocean view was amazing and complimentary breakfast was yummy

  • Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 470 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.

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

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

    We didn't eat breakfast and the location was perfect

  • Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 404 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

FAQs about hotels in Santa Cruz




Surfin’ USA in Bohemian CA

Santa Cruz was surf central California long before the Beach Boys sang about it. The Surfing Museum in the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse tells stories of those who have braved some of the world’s best waves.

Overlooking the ocean rollers are the Coconut Grove Ballroom and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - the oldest amusement park in the state of CA, and the last original one on the West Coast. Its historic carousel, rollercoasters and rides are a colourful backdrop to Cowell’s Beach, best viewed from the Sky Glider cable cars.

Jutting into Monterey Bay is the wharf where sea lions bask and pelicans decide on their next meal. Seafood restaurants are abundant here and the bars provide lively nightlife. Pacific Avenue is the main shopping area and one street away is the Museum of Art & History.

Unsurprisingly for a surfer hotspot, the city has a liberal outlook and is known for political activism - a far cry from the era when the Santa Cruz Mission was established. The mission is now a state park alongside Natural Bridges Beach and the Big Basin Redwoods in forested hills behind the city, home to the gravity-defying Mystery Spot.

Booking.com’s Santa Cruz accommodation includes pet-friendly motels, hotels with hot tubs and cheap inns near UCSC.

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What Guests Said About Santa Cruz:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    perfect for our mini break to take a surfing lesson...

    perfect for our mini break to take a surfing lesson literally around the corner. Friendly staff, comfortable everything cool beach vibe, slept great, windows that you can open and let the breeze in. Clean, good beach vibes.
    Melissa
    United States of America
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    I believe the hotel is a nice location to stay, they might...

    I believe the hotel is a nice location to stay, they might consider getting better maintanance, and cleaning help, some one that can speak english, to better help the guest. Jessica, was very polite, and tried to help as much as possible. There were just a lot of little things, they could have been prevented, especially when you pay the high price charged there. When booking, I thought I was booking direct with the property, never knew bookings, com, jumped in to the equasion. So when I asked if they honored AAA, or AARP discounts, they said no because our room was booked by a third party. Also asked for room with 2 queens, was told they were sold out, which forced us to book 2 seperate rooms, after arriveing, found out they had suites for four people. I think this was a money thing, for bookings.com
    Charles
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It was quiet and wasn't too crowded .

    It was quiet and wasn't too crowded . Beaches and restrooms were clean.wheather wasn't all that warm and it did rain hour or so after we got to the beach pretty heavy we had to leave in a rush. All in all, kids were very happy with trip they can't wait to return for their summer trip.
    bevalian
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    The location was the best!

    The location was the best! The stairs are a lot of work if you have issues. I can't believe the Boardwalk is closed on fridays! If you are planning a friday night adventure at the boardwalk you will need to find something else to do.
    Leda
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Santa Cruz gets sleazy fast (a lot of justly disaffected...

    Santa Cruz gets sleazy fast (a lot of justly disaffected youth manifesting the consequences of a tattered social fabric & like), but the near-perfect climate year-round, the surrounding (2nd or 3rd growth, but still....) redwoods, challenging cols (lots of category 2s & 1s), vast fields of agriculture (it is delightful to cycle through the fields on what amount to ruelles; these areas are intensely redolent of earth, manure & whatever is being cultivated, plus it makes one appreciate just how back-breaking is the labor that goes into producing one's strawberries & artichokes & like) & vegan eating options (especially the bakeries) make any visit worthwhile, especially if you're from an area that does not have that year-round ideal climate. I recommend cycling up SkyLine or HighLand or Empire Grade or getting out in the fields toward MonteRey. Country roads are nearly uniformly narrow, but traffic is mostly light (minus HighWay 9) & drivers generally courteous (again, minus HighWay 9). Santa Cruz even has the mark of any good location -- a nearby Grocery Outlet -- which, due to its location on the edge of town (it may actually be in Soquel), is easy to integrate into the end of a ride for some yummy and cheap vegan delights =)
    Sstoz
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    A small treasure and throw-back to a different era: the...

    A small treasure and throw-back to a different era: the Boardwalk on the beach, opened in 1907, with a roller coaster and carousel from near that time frame, the tradition & history of the surfing venue, the old (but renovated) motels along the beachfront, and the labyrinth of mid-century housing, some refreshed, some not, make this a worthwhile visit! There are lovely walks along the pier, where sea lions sun themselves, along the coast, where surfers wait for the perfect wave, and along the trails city streets, festive with many cultures represented.
    LESLIE
    United States of America

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Santa Cruz

  • From RUB 11,847 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 595 reviews
    My room was perfect, except the fridge leaked a bit. The reception was very friendly and accommodating. I grew up in Santa Cruz, but haven't lived there since the 90s. My mom is in SC, in a nursing home,.so I have been staying in a few hotels on my trips to see her. This hotel was the best so far, clean, quiet, affordable and comfortable. I stayed here during the off season and it was a great deal.
    SHELLY
    United States of America
  • From RUB 32,050 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,007 reviews
    Love its proximity to the beach (it's literally on the beach)! We splurged for an ocean-view room and loved hearing the waves crash at night. Love the vintage vibe and room decor, and location was a 8-10 min. walk to boardwalk and wharf. Great location for where we wanted to be for that weekend—our friends got married at the Boardwalk, so proximity and being able to walk back to the hotel was key.
    Nico
    United States of America
  • From RUB 19,774 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 305 reviews
    Beautiful remodeled hotel, best location for the family, and staff was spectacular! Rooms so clean, and housekeeping to care of all our needsAbsolutely in love with this place! We will definitely be back again and again! Officially our go to spot for Santa Cruz!! Stayed May 8th through the 10th
    Nikesha
    United States of America
  • From RUB 6,903 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 895 reviews
    One of the best value hotels I have stayed in. The location is great! Like perfect. Central to everything including downtown, beach, whart, boardwalk, lighthouses and beaches. I have stayed in many more expensive but this better somehow. Room was very spacious, clean and comfortable.
    A
    Ann
    United States of America
  • From RUB 32,050 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,007 reviews
    Location is the main selling point of this hotel. On the beach, sea view, sound of ocean waves as you fall asleep. The adjacent Jack ONeill restaurant was very good as well. Not pretentious, great views as well of the beach and high quality food.
    Jennifer
    Belgium
  • From RUB 9,300 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 414 reviews
    The facilities were clean and stylishly furnished. The hotel was located well, within minutes of a wide variety of restaurants, bars, and breakfast places. It was a short drive to UC Santa Cruz. The management was responsive and helpful.
    Hilary
    United States of America
  • From RUB 13,406 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 276 reviews
    The breakfast was good . There was a nice selection each day . The staff were more than friendly . The hotel was very clean . I love that its 4 minutes from UC santa Cruz where I was dropping off my son. It was very convenient.
    Laurice
    United States of America
  • From RUB 15,646 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,742 reviews
    The best part of the Carousel Beach Inn is clearly the location. It is right across the street from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and other shops and facilities. The beach is also a plus. Free parking and continental breakfast.
    L
    LUPE
    United States of America
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 147 reviews
    super pretty location in a lovely Victorian house and a beautiful garden. cute room, comfy bed, well organized kitchen, beach in a short walking distance. would definitely come again if we ever come back to Santa Cruz
    Laura
    Germany
  • From RUB 15,646 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,742 reviews
    First time in Santa Cruz. Hotel is right across from the boardwalk. Very busy traffic for the boardwalk . Parking at hotel was fantastic in a gated parking lot. Rooms were clean and nice. 2 minute walk to beach.
    Catarius
    United States of America
  • From RUB 22,394 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,363 reviews
    This hotel the perfect stop for my birthday getaway with my husband. The views are spectacular, literally on the beach. Vanessa at the front desk was the best. This will be our go to spot for years to come!!!
    Samantha Malcomb
    United States of America
  • From RUB 26,876 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 311 reviews
    Nice staff in a comfortable and relaxed setting. Although we were a couple of miles from centre of Santa Cruz it was quick and easy to get in and out. Lovely beach 2 minutes walk away.
    Gordon
    United Kingdom
  • From RUB 22,911 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 285 reviews
    nice building, overlooking Santa Cruz beach. 15 minutes walk downtown or to the lighthouse. Rooms were spacious and the bathroom as well, and breakfast was great.
    SOFIA
    Greece
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,226 reviews
    Location was great! Will definitely be staying there again if I visit Santa Cruz. Was able to walk to everything. Great place for my family and was dog friendly!
    Kylie
    United States of America
  • From RUB 10,575 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 827 reviews
    Close to the Santa Cruz wharf and boardwalk. Very comfortable. Lots of safe parking. Beautiful Victorian.
    S
    Stephen
    United States of America
  • From RUB 17,536 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 854 reviews
    it was a stopover heading back to LA. had more expectations of Santa Cruz in general
    Nina
    United Kingdom
  • From RUB 9,498 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,589 reviews
    Good location close to Santa Cruz Beach - Lots of free parking spaces
    Avon Michal
    Switzerland
  • From RUB 13,021 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 627 reviews
    Hotel close to boardwalk and east to access other places to see.
    H
    Heidy
    United States of America
  • From RUB 7,931 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 763 reviews
    Great value for Santa Cruz. Easy access to the highway
    Pat
    United States of America
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,007 reviews
    I liked that hotel was close to boardwalk.
    Heather
    United States of America

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