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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
6.9
Scored 6.9
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
1,144 reviews
Price fromHUF 41,350per 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...

Location
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
979 reviews
Price fromHUF 95,115per 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.

Parking was close beds wear convertible
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
664 reviews
Price fromHUF 29,420per 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.

Didn’t get to enjoy the breakfast because Hilton didn’t recognize my reservation that I made through booking.com — even with proof of payment and a reference number. Booking.com screwed me over and I’m certain they won’t do anything about it.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
700 reviews
Price fromHUF 52,555per 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.

Very clean and spacious. Close walking. Distance to main wharf. Very quiet. Laundry room on site.
6.5
Scored 6.5
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
904 reviews
Price fromHUF 47,450per 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.

Nothing. This is a 2 star motel with terrible service and horrible rooms.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
479 reviews
Price fromHUF 60,230per 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.

Very clean and friendly staff. Bed very comfortable.. The free breakfast is a great value.. Plentiful amounts and very yummy.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
834 reviews
Price fromHUF 64,780per 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.

Clean, close to the Boardwalk. Staff, especially Harsh, were friendly and helpful. Free breakfast is always good.
7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
447 reviews
Price fromHUF 35,980per 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.

Good coffee machine in the lobby
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
485 reviews
Price fromHUF 54,720per 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.

Good enough variety of breakfast choices and cleanliness of eating area.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
396 reviews
Price fromHUF 47,275per night
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Santa Cruz's best hotels with breakfast

  • Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 396 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
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 214 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

  • Hotel Solares
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,144 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.

  • Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 904 reviews

    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.

    Great location close to the wharf, great ocean view!

  • Comfort Inn Boardwalk
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 447 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
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 282 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.

  • SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 404 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
     · 700 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.

    Very nice room, good facilities and very helpful staff

Hotels located in the center of Santa Cruz

  • Dream Inn Santa Cruz
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 979 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!

  • Pacific Blue Inn
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 485 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

  • The Aqua Pacific Hotel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 277 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...

    Good located, nice rooms and a very very friendly manager

  • Continental Inn
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 664 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.

  • Ocean Gate Inn
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 189 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.

  • Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 583 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.

    cleaning of the rooms every day. Nice clean room .

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.

What Guests Said About Santa Cruz:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Fun beach town.

    Fun beach town. The Victorian architecture of homes was lovely. We visited the high school track to run and that was very nice. We only stayed one night but could have easily made it a 3 day stay. Shopping, seal watching, good food, art, carnival rides, sun and the beach. Wonderful for all ages
    Danette
    United States of America
  • 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

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Santa Cruz

  • From HUF 104,080 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,212 reviews
    The location was great for what me and my 2 kids were in Santa Cruz doing. Could walk to the boardwalk and enjoy the beach. Our room was located right by the pool and we had a bit of pool smell to our room, but wasn't too bad and after getting settled, barely noticed it. Our room was fairly clean and it had everything we needed. Hotel felt safe and quiet and was surprised by that since it is close to a main road. The check in process was smooth and the person assisting when we checked out was very nice. Great customer service
    Dawn
    United States of America
  • From HUF 165,685 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,569 reviews
    The location of the hotel was wonderful. When we checked in we found out they had upgraded our reservation! After 8 hrs on the road it was a great surprise. We had a huge ocean view, lounge chairs on our deck, the "kitchen" amenities were amazing and the oversized shower with double shower heads were an added surprise. I can't wait to travel back to Santa Cruz to stay at the Beach Street Inn!
    Shawna
    United States of America
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 151 reviews
    Perfect location for accessing all the fun activities in Santa Cruz! Jane is such a sweet lady! She is so friendly and takes the time to walk the property with you and explain what all is around to do. She truly cares about her guests stay and their comfort. The hotel is a cute little vintage motel stay, very clean rooms with a “comfort of home” feel. We will definitely be back!
    Julie
    United States of America
  • From HUF 223,580 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 979 reviews
    The Dream Inn was right on the beach and also an easy walk to the downtown. Staff were friendly and competent. The decor appealed to our taste (midcentury with a surfing motif!), pool was big enough to do laps and the hotel restaurant was pricey but excellent. Overall we had a good experience and plan to return.
    Susan
    United States of America
  • From HUF 77,815 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 902 reviews
    Attractive, clean, comfortable room. Very nice breakfast bar, in an upstairs area. Well located for access to the campus of UC Santa Cruz, up the hill. Not far from the downtown, easily accessible. On a main street, but we weren't bothered by traffic noise.
    C
    Charles
    France
  • From HUF 60,210 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 828 reviews
    This is my favorite moderately-priced hotel in Santa Cruz. The staff are lovely, the location is great, and the rooms are clean and cozy, with plenty of electrical outlets, storage areas for bags, a big tub, and a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.
    Dave
    United States of America
  • From HUF 181,695 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 280 reviews
    Very charming hotel in Santa Cruz with a beach view. It is an old building, but very nicely decorated. The rooms and bathrooms are spacious, clean, they do provide a very good breakfast. Main pier, beach is basically 4-5 minutes walking distance.
    Danas Tilvikas
    Lithuania
  • From HUF 61,655 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 277 reviews
    This was a clean property and a reasonable price as it was a big weekend in Santa Cruz seeing as it was the weekend of the 100th Anniversary for the rollercoaster. This was a reasonable price. Basic, but all you need for a one night stay
    Erika
    United Kingdom
  • From HUF 165,685 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,569 reviews
    Location, location, location. Can´t beat those sea views from your window! Also loved the hotel vibe, really what we were looking for visiting a surf town as Santa Cruz is. We could walk everywhere and it felt a lot safer than I expected.
    Fer DiNando
    Spain
  • From HUF 62,060 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 473 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 HUF 84,630 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 598 reviews
    Hands down my favorite hotel in the area. I come out to Santa Cruz every year and for the last two years I stayed here. So long as it's not booked I won't stay anywhere else. Lovely views, close to pier, friendly people.
    Micah
    United States of America
  • From HUF 116,450 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,768 reviews
    Its a nice motel. Fantastic location directly across the road from Santa Cruz boardwalk and amusements.. The room had a balcony, fridge and microwave. Ample complimentary parking.
    Ian
    United Kingdom
  • From HUF 131,065 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 263 reviews
    The location of the hotel was excellent, within walking distance from the main attractions in Santa Cruz. The hotel was also pet-friendly, which was a huge plus!
    travellingfriend
    United States of America
  • From HUF 33,540 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 772 reviews
    Nice place to stay in Santa Cruz, even better than expected. Beds were comfortable and the room was large enough for us. Free parking inside is a good plus.
    Alex
    Italy
  • From HUF 74,200 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 650 reviews
    Great place to stay, room was very clean, staff were great and a good breakfast. would thoroughly recommend if you are looking to stay in Santa Cruz.
    Melissa
    United Kingdom
  • From HUF 62,060 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 473 reviews
    Location was close to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and multiple markets and restaurants within walking distance. Was about a 15 minute walk to the beach.
    Lonnie
    United States of America
  • From HUF 71,700 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 848 reviews
    Front desk was absolutely amazing! Location is perfectly located in between the beach and downtown. Would stay here everytime I stay in Santa Cruz
    J
    John
    United States of America
  • From HUF 81,490 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 260 reviews
    This is my favourite hotel in west side of Santa Cruz. Parking free and available. Great breakfast. Comfortable beds.
    Elena
    United States of America
  • From HUF 111,505 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 480 reviews
    We stay at this hotel every year for our Santa Cruz vacations. We usually love staying here, mainly for the pool area.
    Jennifer
    United States of America
  • From HUF 91,315 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 695 reviews
    The ugraded our suit for free . Really friendly staff . Loved this hotel walking distance to Santa Cruz beach
    Corrina
    United States of America

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