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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Hotel in Capitola

This Capitola hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from central Santa Cruz and New Brighton State Beach. It features an outdoor pool, and spacious suites with 32-inch flat-screen TVs and an iPod docking...

P
Peter
From
Canada
Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Definitely would stay there again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Price from
US$409
1 night, 2 adults
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SeaSide Inn & Suites

Hotel in Santa Cruz

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

V
Victoria
From
United States
It was very clean. I stayed here in the past under different ownership and now with the new owners, It is totally different. It was very clean. Comfortable beds AND pillows. The carpets are gone, now hardwood floors. Also, it felt safe. It was in a great location and you could tell it was well cared for.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,015 reviews
Price from
US$944.06
1 night, 2 adults
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel in Santa Cruz

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

B
Beatrice
From
Italy
Very comfy beds! I missed it already! The room was very nice with a huge bathroom and everything impeccably clean! Heated pool is a plus together with the fitness centre.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,182 reviews
Price from
US$269
1 night, 2 adults
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Marea Sol Hotel

Hotel in Santa Cruz

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

J
Jacqueline
From
United Kingdom
Super close to the beach and downtown. The room was quiet and had a very comfortable bed. Balcony was a great addition to sit in the morning or evening.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 821 reviews
Price from
US$229
1 night, 2 adults
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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel in Santa Cruz

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

S
Simon
From
Belgium
Great location, clean and modern rooms. Good lighting and comfortable beds also the best neigbourhood you want to be in when staying at Santa Cruz.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Price from
US$314
1 night, 2 adults
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hotel in Santa Cruz

Situated in Santa Cruz, 1.3 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.

L
Liron
From
Israel
The room was big and very clean, with everything we needed. The staff were really nice and tried to help with everything we asked. Breakfast was fresh and included a nice variety. The hotel has a parking and valet services for 19$, but there is plenty of parking in the streets around for free.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 692 reviews
Price from
US$263
1 night, 2 adults
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel in Santa Cruz

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

D
Daniel Achtarzad
From
Israel
Comfortable and nice Pool& hot tub was open till 22:00 and we used it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
Price from
US$228
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

C
Caterina
From
Italy
We had a great time, made the most of the swimming pool and the tasty food at the restaurant
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 534 reviews
Price from
US$319
1 night, 2 adults
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The Inn at Pasatiempo

Hotel in Santa Cruz

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

A
Annemarie
From
United Kingdom
Staff friendly and rooms nice and clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews
Price from
US$179
1 night, 2 adults
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Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites

Hotel in Capitola

Nestled in California just 1.5 km from Capitola Beach & Wharf, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites offers an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. A fitness centre is located on site.

E
EMMA
From
United Kingdom
big room, location was fantastic. staff helpful. breakfast tasty
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
Price from
US$186.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 692 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews

Nestled in California just 1.5 km from Capitola Beach & Wharf, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites offers an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. A fitness centre is located on site.

From US$130.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 285 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.

From US$126.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 847 reviews

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

From US$132.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

This motel, just 10 minutes' walk from Capitola beach and village, offers free Wi-Fi. A seasonal outdoor swimming pool and guest launderette are available for guest use.

From US$139.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 180 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.

From US$122.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 250 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...

From US$385.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is located in Aptos. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. Guests can chill out in the outdoor swimming pool.

From US$124.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 831 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.

From US$134.58 per night

Budget hotels in Santa Cruz and Vicinity

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews

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

From US$125.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 378 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.

From US$126.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,787 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.

From US$120.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews

Situated in Santa Cruz, within 1.2 km of Santa Cruz Beach and 1.1 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, The Aqua Pacific Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private...

From US$93.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 502 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.

From US$91.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 449 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.

From US$114.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 243 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.

From US$126.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 379 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.

From US$88.58 per night

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Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

Santa Cruz
From US$227.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
The property was very close to the sea and you could site on the community Deck and just relax. The cottage had everything a family could need , was clean nicely decorated and was ideal for our stay.
Guest review by
Lesley
United Kingdom

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Santa Cruz
From US$178.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,427 reviews
My children loved the extra touches - free snow-cones in the afternoon and popcorn in the evening. The complimentary coffee went down well with the grown-ups too.
Guest review by
Kim
United Kingdom

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Aptos
From US$183.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews
Remodeled rooms are really nice, simple attractive decor, nicer than many hotel chain decor, which was very nice in the evenings, relaxing. Close to the beach.
Guest review by
Elizabeth
United States

Surf City Inn & Suites

Santa Cruz
From US$90.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews
Nicely renovated, clean and price was competitive for a 1 night stay. The area was a little shady, but once parked in the fenced area , we felt safe.
Guest review by
Daniel
Canada

Carousel Beach Inn

Santa Cruz
From US$103.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,681 reviews
Nice decor, friendly staff, lovely rooms, free parking, location close to the beach/boardwalk, good breakfast - what's not to like?
Guest review by
Annechristin
Germany

Bay Front Inn

Santa Cruz
From US$105.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,120 reviews
I had a amazing time at Bay front Inn. Everything was so clean, organized, comfy and really close to the beach.
Guest review by
Marianna
Brazil

Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

Santa Cruz
From US$92.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews
Always a pleasure each time to stay at this motel. So lovely and cosy and next to the beach. Love this motel
Guest review by
Cyril
France

Seascape Beach Resort

Aptos
From US$373.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
Beautiful apartment. Excellent complex, staff were brilliant, beach was fantastic, we didn't want to leave!
Guest review by
Steve
United Kingdom

Islander Motel Santa Cruz CA

Santa Cruz
From US$92.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews
Property is well located, super clean and the owners family so kind and helpful great value for money
Guest review by
Nicolas
Cambodia

Aqua Breeze Inn

Santa Cruz
From US$202.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 938 reviews
I am a repeat customer. I will be back again to book the room from here.
Guest review by
Shereena Farida
United States

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Santa Cruz
From US$109.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,118 reviews
Nice spacious room, free parking, smooth check in, very friendly staff.
Guest review by
Dominika
Slovakia

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola
From US$263.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
Location, location, LOCATION! And the room size was amazing!
Guest review by
Tracy
United States

Beachview Inn

Santa Cruz
From US$90.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Verye clean, great location very near beach. Private parking
Guest review by
Aleksandra
Poland

Hotel Solares

Santa Cruz
From US$120.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,787 reviews
Very clean and organized, I like this Hotel a lot
Guest review by
Mercedes
United States

Casablanca Inn on The Beach

Santa Cruz
From US$267.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,848 reviews
Amazing location, very nice and clean room.
Guest review by
Tina
Slovenia

Seaway Inn

Santa Cruz
From US$177.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
Close Cowell’s beach and Steamer Lane
Guest review by
mark
Netherlands

Motel Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz
From US$89.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews
Location and last minute price
Guest review by
Krystyl
United States

Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz
From US$69.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
No breakfast but good location
Guest review by
RONALD
United States

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6.0

Although we had passed through Santa Cruz previously, this...

Although we had passed through Santa Cruz previously, this was our first stay. Candidly, the town felt quite run down and in some places downright shabby. We were staying principally to visit the Roaring Camp Railroad and Scotts Valley, ultimately on our way to San Francisco. If we were staying in the area again, we would stay in the much more attractive town of Capitola, just a few minutes South of Santa Cruz.
Guest review by
Anthony
United Kingdom
10

Capitola offers many good restaurants, and plenty of beaches...

Capitola offers many good restaurants, and plenty of beaches to visit. We went to the Moss Landing slew one day to watch the numerous birds. We ate at Cafe Cruz, and several other restaurants. We are not exactly a young couple, so we mostly like eating good food, and gazing at the Pacific. The weather was bright and sunny.
Guest review by
suzanne
United States
6.0

I went to Aptos for one night to attend an anniversary party...

I went to Aptos for one night to attend an anniversary party. I have visited the area several times and never found it very appealing as it is very crowded, traffic can be horrendous, and the public beaches that are easily accessible are not very beautiful. I much prefer Monterey or Half Moon Bay or Northern California area beaches for scenic beauty. The party was held at Bittersweet Bistro in Aptos, however, which is a restaurant I do highly recommend if you go to Aptos, the food was wonderful!
Guest review by
Jody
United States
10

You can't beat the property and the hospitality of the...

You can't beat the property and the hospitality of the owners as well. 5 stars and first class all around. I'd like to book it again, but it's a little too expensive right now during busy season so I'll likely have to wait
Guest review by
Santolucito
United States
8.0

Ebikes along the ocean was amazing.

Ebikes along the ocean was amazing. Boardwalk had lots of great rides and food options. Beautiful wharf to walk on and visit many shops/restaurants. Don't miss out on Gayle's Bakery or the Mystery Spot that is nearby.
Guest review by
Tammy
United States
4.0

Of course, we may have missed what's on offer...

Of course, we may have missed what's on offer... Our hotel was on a busy road near shopping malls, boring chain food outlets and petrol stations, next to a noisy facility of some kind which beeps and crashes into action early in the morning. I hope there is more to Capitola, but our part was definitely NOT by the sea. If there is a better side, it's a pity the hotel didn't illustrate or explain this. If you're on business or visiting family - fine. On holiday looking for a stop by the ocean? Forget it.
Guest review by
Kathryn
United Kingdom
8.0

Beautiful grounds and beach.

Beautiful grounds and beach. Fresh, clean and well decorated and appointed room. Ocean view is spectacular. We didn’t use them although the resort has 3 pools and several outdoor fire pits. Shore birds galore. Soothing sound of the surf from our patio. Warm fireplace in the room added to its appeal. Kitchen went unused although it is well appointed including glasses, tableware, and utensils. Kitchen table seats four.
Guest review by
Robert
10

When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring...

When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring us to Santa Cruz all summer long. Coming again as an adult brought back so many fond memories. The boardwalk was so different then then. Santa Cruz is such a fun place and so many rides and shops. Every child needs to experience it at least once in their lifetime.
Guest review by
Wanda Papineau
United States
8.0

Drab and musty. Needs better decor.

Drab and musty. Needs better decor. Uncomfortable small bed and couches. Excellent location with view of ocean and ocean sights and sounds but overlooking a crappy roof first. No cookware, dishes or utensils in kitchen. Brown fake leather couches, cheap old pictures on the walls of Mediterranean?? Beige paint, dark brown carpet brown tables and more brown. Tiny shower. Spacious.
Guest review by
Rachel
United States
10

I liked Aptos.

I liked Aptos. There are some good restaurants and the people when I went to town were observing the correct protocol . The Swallow is a great dinner restaurant. When I return I'll be looking for a great place to stay...
Guest review by
Alida

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