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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...

What a fantastic place to stay !....homely, welcoming and very comfortable in addition to an excellent location!
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
280 reviews
Price from£217.59per night
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, a fitness centre and free WiFi.

Breakfast was very good, but it was a little crowded in the area they have, especially around the coffee area. Also it would be nice to have sugar free syrup for the waffles as my husband and I are diabetic, but overall breakfast was great!
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
695 reviews
Price from£122.89per 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 city centre, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family holiday or romantic...

Excellent location right on the beach. Rooms had balcony and view of the beach/ocean. Rooms well appointed. Beds very comfortable. Valet parking reasonable and very convenient. Lots of restaurants within a ten minute walk to the pier or the boardwalk. Recommended.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
979 reviews
Price from£220.73per night
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.

Great view. Good breakfast. Very nice staff
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
164 reviews
Price from£267.51per night
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.

Spacious and very clean room and bathroom in a great location. Could not be better suited for stepping out onto the boardwalk for a cruise / dinner.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
323 reviews
Price from£170.53per night
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.

Great property & comfortable rooms. Very accommodating & friendly staff. Short walk to both beach front & downtown. Great to have parking spot very close to inn too. Recommend breakfasts at nearby Bagelry cafe which is just around the corner.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
484 reviews
Price from£134.69per night
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  • Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 834 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
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated 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
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 480 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
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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 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.

    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.

  • 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 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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  • 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 en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

    Really lovely little place, great host. Perfect location

  • Marea Sol Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 323 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
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 496 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

  • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 220 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.

    it was a beautiful property & that it was fairly new

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

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

    Great front counter service, nice comfortable rooms

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

    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.

  • 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.

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