235 Linden Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, United States
#9 of 59 hotels in Santa Cruz
Guests' ChoiceBased on 41 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
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
Yamaguchi
United StatesOnly 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
Victoria
United StatesWe 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
Brooklynn
United StatesThe shower is a bit hard but it’s not that bad.
We loved our stay here!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: September 25, 2024
Raymond
United Statesthere 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
Hayden
United StatesCan’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
Gary
United StatesThe 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
Christine
United StatesNothing
Local charm and the view. Private.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 7, 2024
Michele
United StatesConvenient and easy in every way. Beautiful view
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 24, 2024
David
FranceAll 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
Katherine
United StatesLocation was great. 10 minutes from beach and dowtown Santa Cruz.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 11, 2024
B
United StatesThe 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
Elizabeth
United StatesNothing
Comfortable bed
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 3, 2024
Mia
United StatesIt 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
Melissa
United StatesQuiet, clean and responsive hosts.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: October 11, 2023
Mcgowan
United StatesEntrance 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
Valerie
United StatesThe 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
Orla
United Statesprivate entrance, fantastic patio with a great view, very clean.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: April 29, 2023
Randall
United StatesI 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
Westlake
United StatesTh 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
Zach
United StatesN/A
really clean and easily accessible.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: November 24, 2024
Sara-margaret
United StatesSee 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
Nikolaus
AustriaThe 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
Joanne
United StatesAdmittedly, 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
Anonymous
United Statesthe privacy between the fences there are some big cracks that you can see pretty easily through
Stayed in August 2025
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