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Reviews of The Midtown Cottage- w/ Private Entrance and Views

235 Linden Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, United States

#9 of 59 hotels in Santa Cruz

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 41 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: September 1, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only negative thing was no air conditioning. It was very hot and congested in the room.

    I loved the view and location.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2025

    10
    We would definitely stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights

    We loved the comfort of the king-sized bed, the power of the shower, the quietness of the room and the little extras that our hosts provided. We enjoyed playing ball with their dog, Hudson too.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The shower is a bit hard but it’s not that bad.

    We loved our stay here!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: September 25, 2024

    8.0
    a nice quiet place in a great location! with a few minor issues.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    there was no closet or shelves to put clothes. shower water pressure was way to strong and it could not be adjusted. and there was only 2 towels for a 3 day stay.

    the location was very close to alot of things and it had a very beautiful view.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2024

    10
    Cozy, clean, private, 5-10mins from everything.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can’t complain

    I really enjoyed the check in system very straight forward. Also enjoyed how private the room was, plus the balcony was awesome. Had a great time drinking coffee and reading out there. I also was very happy with how comfy the bed was too. 10/10 would stay again if I’m ever in Santa Cruz

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed was a little too soft for me. The water pressure in the shower was like a fire hose. I like a lot water pressure,but this was at a whole new level.

    Very clean. Nice location. Cool little cottage.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 19, 2024

    10
    Was lovely to experience this beautiful little cottage with the big view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Local charm and the view. Private.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2024

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Convenient and easy in every way. Beautiful view

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2024

    9.0
    Attractive cozy studio with big terrace; quiet, comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All was very nice. A welcome little enhancement would be to have a few hangers or hooks for jackets and such.

    Cozy, well appointed studio, with large comfortable terrace. Nice residential neighborhood. Responsive helpful hosts. When we’re next in Santa Cruz, we’d like to stay here again.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was great. 10 minutes from beach and dowtown Santa Cruz.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 11, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The TV did not work, there was a large dead spider in the bathroom.

    The bed was comfy, good coffee and cookies, provided soaps and lotion.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2024

    10
    Good place to land
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Comfortable bed

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 3, 2024

    10
    EXCELLENT 5 STARS!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    It would be GREAT if they allowed pets

    The view here is spectacular! The private patio deck is an exceptional area for picnics and sunbathing. It overlooks trees and makes you feel lifted over ther valley. The host, Jono, was very accommodating with our special request and made my mom's Mother's Day celebration very special. We hiked in the nearby Henry Cowell State Park, which has majestic redwoods over 1,000 years old. 100% worth a visit!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    10
    10/10
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quiet, clean and responsive hosts.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: October 11, 2023

    9.0
    Perfect spot for relaxing with views from the terrace.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Entrance along driveway and garage could have been more inviting. No place to hang up full sized garments (perhaps adding a hook in the bathroom?) nor drawers to unpack, so you must live out of suitcase. Spots on carpet.

    The Terrace!!! It is larger than the whole studio with a lovely hilltop view and comfortable seating. Very nice linens on bed. High flow shower. Very accommodating hosts. Easy keypad access.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The property needs some cleaning, esp the backyard/ terrace.. lots of dirt and spiderweb. Also the cottage is a bit smaller than it looks like on the pics, the neighborhood area is kinda dead

    Nice accommodation, great terrace view, convenient check-in, clean inside

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2023

    9.0
    Private and charming
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    private entrance, fantastic patio with a great view, very clean.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2023

    9.0
    The Midtown cottage is a nice quiet place to stay while enjoying Santa Cruz.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I did not find anything to dislike.

    The location was great for me, because it was out of the hustle and bustle of being downtown. It was peaceful and quiet. The door has an electronic keypad for entry which was very conveniently set up before arrival. The room is spacious and bright and well decorated.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Th room was a bit smaller than I expected.

    Quiet and cozy. Easy check-in and great parking.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2023

    10
    The room was perfect. Easily accessible, clean and the owner allowed us to check
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    really clean and easily accessible.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: November 24, 2024

    1.0
    Property unavailable upon arrival
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    See above for what was not good. It is still not resolved by booking.com.

    Getting in was easy but unfortunately it was not cleaned between guests and we had to find another place at the last minute. Booking.com canceled the reservation and claimed they would give 25€ towards another place but that is pretty puny in light of the inconvenience and they have not answered any messages about actually providing that credit or addressing my concern that it’s not adequate after 5 days thought they claim 24hour turnaround on messages.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    5.0
    Garage extension in a good location of Santa Cruz
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room is an extension of the garage, that's fine, but it's not clear in the listing and we would not have booked if we knew. There is a portable electric radiator to heat the room, but due to the poor insulation it got very cold over night. The bathroom looks like in a capsule hotel, the shower head is holding on for dear life, looks like it might fall out of the wall at any moment. There were cobwebs in the room. While a coffee machine was provided, the milk was rancid and clumpy.

    The location was good, the area was quiet.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Admittedly, my fault for not checking email while I was traveling........ we were a little confused about where to enter. Then, I thought the pin for entrance was the pin on my Booking.com app....I read my email and found the actual code, all in the rain.

    Loved the view and the patio! The room was clean, the bed was comfortable! Exactly what I expected from the photos.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    the privacy between the fences there are some big cracks that you can see pretty easily through

    Stayed in August 2025

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