hotel with smoking rooms in Scotts Valley, CA

1. Harbor Inn (2-star hotel)

  • Address: 645 7th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
  • Phone: (831) 479-9731
  • Ratings: 4.3 (74 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Harbor Inn
  • Check-in time: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Functional, family-run hotel with casual rooms & suites, some with kitchenettes & lofted bedrooms.

About this hotel

This relaxed, family-run hotel is a half-mile from Twin Lakes State Beach. It’s 5 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park and Wilder Ranch State Park.Occupying 2 buildings, the casual, individually decorated rooms (some with shared bathrooms) have cable TV and minifridges. Some feature antique armoires, microwaves and/or breakfast nooks. The 2-story suites offer loft bedrooms with sloped ceilings, plus kitchenettes and living rooms with futons.Framed by a white picket fence, the property has gardens and a lawn with chairs. Internet access is also available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • 10 min walk to Twin Lakes State Beach
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned beaches 12 times

Feedback From Real Customers

E Graze

We had a comfortable stay Having read some of the reviews that the traffic noise on Seventh could be an issue, I asked for a quieter room We stayed in 306, which is a ground floor room in the 2nd building

Be aware that not all rooms have private bathrooms Although not listed on its website, basic toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner and body wash, and a hair dryer were provided The water pressure in the shower was awesome!

Russel Stuck

If you like a kinda rustic place to vacation with 2 teens this is the place to stay Our 2 bed loft room with futon was perfect, check in was super easy, our room was well appointed and super clean We are Vagabonds, so we don’t need a big place to stay, and once we got familiar with Santa Cruz again, we found that the Harbor Inn was conveniently located to pretty much everything we wanted to do and see

The boardwalk is about a mile away by car, Harbor Beach is within walking distance, and Days Market is close Needless to say we will be staying here again soon!

2. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • Phone: (831) 226-2300
  • Ratings: 4.3 (516 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Relaxed rooms & suites in a contemporary hotel featuring an outdoor pool & a cafe/bar.

About this hotel

On a leafy residential street, this modern hotel is a 14-minute walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park and a mile from Highway 1.Relaxed rooms offer sofabeds, as well as free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Suites add separate living and dining areas. Room service is available.A breakfast buffet is served in an informal dining room. There’s also a laid-back cafe/bar and a mini-market, in addition to an outdoor pool and a gym. Valet parking is extra.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • Walking distance to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Guests mentioned “Boardwalk” 35 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines and free weights
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

David Weintraub

Like all Hyatt Places it’s clean and efficient Staff is nice Parking is an extra $15

You literally hear every door in the hotel slam And believe me they slam In room phone didn’t work No blanket on pullout bed and they never brought one up after asking 3 times Elevator may need a key, may not You don’t really know if it’s working Kinda weird But location to boardwalk and food is good All walkable Suites are really just large rooms with no cutoff walls Odd design Probably 4/5 based on value but still, every Damn Door

Nini Nini

Check in was smooth as well as our 2 day stay The hotel was well kept and very clean On our first full day we came back to a clean room which took me by surprise because I was told at check in that we wouldn’t receive house keeping since we’re staying less than 5 days

But it was much needed since my kiddies decided to feed the floor their crumbs Breakfast was limited but it was appetizing Valet along with the cleanliness of our room and hotel is why I would book her again in the future

Hollis Folts

Very friendly, very service oriented,The TV did not turn on, one call to the front desk and in 5min cable box was reset and we had local news and of course Shark TankThe cont breakfast was better than if I was Home

Very much liked the choicesLarge room with very comfortable sofa and very clean restroomI’m not a High Roller but I felt like one this week I don’t know what 5 stars is YET but let’s go 45 for now

3. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

A mile from Seacliff State Beach, this laid-back hotel is also a mile from the S.S. Palo Alto and 3 miles from New Brighton State Beach.The relaxed rooms offer flat-screen TVs, desks and minifridges, plus coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas. Wi-Fi is available.Amenities include an outdoor pool, gardens and a fitness center, as well as a casual bar/restaurant. Parking is available.

Things You Need to Know

  • 15 min walk to Seacliff State Beach
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests liked “Landscape”, mentioned 12 times in reviews
  • Guests praised the grounds
  • The hotel has a fitness center
  • Guests praised the nightlife

Feedback From Real Customers

Autumn Leaf

One of the better hotels I’ve been in! Would be nicer if there wasn’t constant renovation, but they’re expanding and staying on top of their clean game!!Pretty views, lovely fountain and even a tasty restaurant!! The bartender Benjamin is easily one of the coolest and nicest guys I’ve seen in the bartending industry!! Very encouraging and sweet~The pool is nice, hot tub is a little small, but it works and spacey enough!! They have gender neutral restrooms which is important to meLove this hotel and would most certainly go back!!

Joshua Rothschild

Super clean rooms and a nice safe area close to Santa Cruz without the parking and homeless headaches Great staff, Safeway across the street Restaurants and shops nearby

There will be a $10 per night parking charge, heads up but worth the safety and cleanliness Will definitely return Great restaurant and bar with live music on premises

Karen VanHooser

The place is clean and renewThe front desk person was not very communicative or helpful They also charge you 10 extra dollars if you have a car which of course you need a card to get to that hotel

Our room was clean and renew but the AC didn’t work They offer us switch rooms but it was really late at night so we ended up staying in that roomPrice $145 night

4. Pacific Blue Inn (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 636 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • Phone: (831) 600-8880
  • Ratings: 4.4 (122 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Pacific Blue Inn
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Hip B&B offering rooms with local artwork & bamboo floors, plus free loaner bikes & on-site parking.

About this hotel

This hip, 3-story B&B is a half-mile from the Neary Lagoon Park wildlife refuge and 10 blocks from the bike path and surfing at West Cliff Drive.Colorful rooms with chic, minimalist furnishings and local artwork feature electric fireplaces and bamboo flooring, plus free Wi-Fi and 37-inch flat-screen HDTVs with DVD players.Amenities include energy-efficient lighting and appliances, a DVD and board game library, and free parking and loaner bikes. Full hot breakfast is typically included with the room rate. There’s also an elevator, and a shaded courtyard with gas fire pits and funky wooden seating.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and the beds
  • Guests praised the bathrooms
  • Walking distance to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Guests praised the service

Feedback From Real Customers

M E

This is the spot Great location in downtown Santa Cruz Walking distance to beach, Boardwalk, wharf, shopping, restaurants, bars, Metro station, West Cliff Drive and other neighborhoods

They have bikes you can borrow if you feel like taking a ride There’s a full commercial kitchen at your disposal Excellent rooms with high ceilings, comfortable beds, ample seating, awesome bathroom and shower, smart TV There’s a quiet outside common area with a gas fire pit and a serious laid back vibe It’s like a love child of Santa Cruz and a boutique European inn Late check outs are ENCOURAGED And you can check yourself in via text with the manager if you’re going to arrive after they’ve left for the day It feels very exclusive and like you’re part of the secret And the staff are incredible I cannot say enough about how awesome this place is Definitely worth the higher room rate without question- but please keep this little hidden gem the amazing place that it is by being respectful to the property and guests and enjoy your stay at the best rooms in Santa Cruz

John Spencer

Great spot, quiet, clean, free bikes to ride, kitchen is open for use Calvin was super friendly at the desk, gave us directions, made us feel welcome Stayed here with my girlfriend on a west coast trip

If you’re staying in Santa Cruz, try this place Awesome breakfast spot down the street The patio & firepit ended up being perfect place to hang for an hour with my girl before going out Best hotel on our trip in her opinion, she told her friends

Tony Ruiz

Location is perfect Don’t need to pay for parking- plenty of parking on the street If you’re here to enjoy Santa Cruz this location is well situated

Most things are walking distance especially on Pacific Ave If you walk the opposite direction you get to the boardwalk in less than 10 minutes Bed is welcoming and comfortable after a long day This place is not a typical hotel where you have a pool or continental breakfast, but my wife and I weren’t needing that We have places in Santa Cruz we like eating at and most are easily accessible in a short walk Another thing this place has is despite being small (9 rooms) it is handicap friendly

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5. Capitola Venetian Hotel (2-star hotel)

  • Address: 1500 Wharf Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
  • Phone: (831) 476-6471
  • Ratings: 4.3 (307 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Capitola Venetian Hotel
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Mediterranean-style 1920s hotel offering suites with kitchens, plus many with ocean views.

About this hotel

Overlooking the beach and its historic wooden wharf, this 1920s Mediterranean-style hotel is a 5-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of the Esplanade, and 5 miles from Santa Cruz Boardwalk.The 1- to 3-bedroom suites feature private entrances and Mission-style furniture, plus kitchens and sitting/dining areas. They also have flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi. Some rooms add fireplaces, balconies and ocean views.Parking is free. Minimum-stay rules may apply.

Things You Need to Know

  • 2 min walk to Capitola Beach
  • Guests praised the service
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests mentioned “an ocean” 16 times

Feedback From Real Customers

ed martinez

I wanted to give this hotel a try based on the hype and location The hotel has a great location for shopping, dining and beach access A room with ocean view does not provide you unobstructed view of the ocean

The rooms are outdated and furniture and bedding need an upgrade The room we got came with a kitchenette @$380 night, it was a good trial but wouldn’t stay here again

Rachel Meredith

Ceiling was extremely lowThankfully I’m only 5’4″If taller than 5’8″ wouldn’t recommend this room Door lacked weather stripping which made it cold I turned on heater and had the worst burning fist smell

It definitely wasn’t worth the money I paid ( Almost $600) a night Water showers to rinse off from the beach were next to my room and it became a hangout of all the teenagers Only good thing is location and next to all the restaurants I was under the impression that I had an ocean front room one of the color ones in the pictures from the website The colorful ones are not even part of the hotel and our privately owned

Eileen Binning

Spoiler Alert: DumpYou can stay next door at the Capitola Suites for less money and a better view!!!The Venetian Hotel was on my friend’s bucket listWe booked a balcony and paid extra for a view We had a beautiful view of a building

the ocean was barely visible, considered “partially obstructed” The dissapointment continued for the length of our stay The kitchen does not come with utensils or cooking pots, but many signs state you can pay extra to rent them When we went to check out we were told, “Oh, you should have just asked” We did ask for conditioner/shampoo and extra blankets Which for $43000 shows lack of respect for the customer We also had some preventable negative experiences, such as locating the black out blinds and thermostat On check out, the desk clerk showed us where they were Parking is available, and you won’t need to move your car, but the lot is small I had to be super careful manuevering my Ford Edge (A Prius would be fine) When we took our complaints to the desk clerk, he asked what he could do to make us happy My friend stated take $100 off a night He said he needed to talk to management and would get back to me (That was a month ago) I did call several times and left my name and number No return call I understand that businesses need to make money, and I am willing to pay for quality However, I feel I have been robbedof money and time This stay tainted my entire tripI hope you read all the reviews and make a better choice than we did

6. Mission Inn & Suites (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 2250 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • Phone: (831) 425-5455
  • Ratings: 4.3 (578 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Mission Inn & Suites
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Spanish Colonial-style lodging with straightforward rooms, free continental breakfast & a hot tub.

About this hotel

This modest Spanish Colonial-style hotel is located 1.9 miles from the Santa Cruz Wharf, 2.2 miles from the Beach Boardwalk and 2.9 miles from UC Santa Cruz.Straightforward rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels, as well as coffeemakers, microwaves and minifridges. Some have separate sitting areas and whirlpool tubs.Complimentary amenities include continental breakfast and parking. There’s also a hot tub and a sauna, as well as a European-inspired courtyard.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • 4 min drive to Natural Bridges State Beach
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned beaches 12 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Guests liked the hot tub
  • Guests praised the spa

Feedback From Real Customers

Bruce Satow

Away from the pier and downtown, it’s less crowded and closer to UC Santa Cruz Lots of fun restaurants nearby as well as natural areas to visit It’s an older inn, but the rooms are clean and everything works

They have a little used hot tub and sauna (The sauna you need to ask to use) Parking is a bit tight for larger vehicles Breakfast is pretty nice for being continental

BryceM

ADA accessible parking at the office doesn’t exist Be careful getting out your car! Some of the spaces are extremely steep! I almost couldn’t get back into my vehicle No public bathrooms for travelers who have been driving a long distance

They said they would allow a special one time visit to the only bathroom upstairsno elevatoror you can go across the street to SAFEWAY and use their bathroom! Thanks for the ADA compliance guysyou should be fined or your ADA status revoked Oh yeahthe room was not ready yet so I had to hold it until I got into the room Room was nothing special but the ADA parking at the room was good Why do hotels think that loud bathroom fans are acceptable? Lousy TV picturehave you heard of high definition content? I could see the Hampton Inn from my room, I wish would have gone there instead!

grace starr

Parking is tight, loud dripping sound from the ceiling all night long, urine on the base of the toilet, bathroom too small in general with little space in the shower, harsh lighting, loud fan, cleaning agents leave a distinctive smell throughout the rooms (dust and hair throughout the room) good luck finding the hot tub or sauna! And bring your own coffee maker Floors are bare so bring socks or small carpets Pay the extra price and keep searching! For the price I expect better!

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Around the corner from Grant Park, this casual chain hotel is also 2 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6.3 miles from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.The standard rooms come with desks, free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels. There are also coffeemakers and daily newspapers, while kids 19 and under stay free with an adult. Suites add separate living spaces with pull-out sofas, plus minifridges and microwaves.Amenities include a free breakfast bar and a heated outdoor pool, a 24/7 business center and fitness facilities, as well as a meeting room and 1 free parking space per reservation.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have TVs and coffee makers
  • 6 min drive to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “Boardwalk” 12 times

Feedback From Real Customers

Deborah Barta

NO free parking, that is frustrating when nothing was indicating it was Truck collecting trash is extremely noise right about 4am It feels like an earthquake is happening, this goes on for 40 min at least

Reserved room wasn’t clean, it was very clear when I checked the bathroom Staff was courteous and moved us to another room It was clean, both rooms were not the best of the chain For the price paid I DO NOT recommend, look somewhere else

Kathy Condon

We knew we wouldn’t be on the beach In fact, not easy feat getting a hotel on the water’s edge in this areaOur hotel was an easy off 101 and was meant to be just an overnight stop

Though if going to Santa Cruz again I would definitely stay hereeven had garage parkingComplimentary breakfast will sustain you for lunch Fresh fruit was a welcomed sight

jasmine thomas

Fair warning since the website is not updated- pool is under constructionTypically, I do not leave reviews because previously working in hospitality industry I understand things happen and not everything is perfect each time you stay in hotel This time though left me in disbelief

We were there for short trip to beach On our 2nd night about 8:45 PM our smoke detector began to chirp Called the front desk, her response I’ll call you back Mind you I explained what was happening, clearly just a simple battery needed to be changed She called me back, so is there smoke in the room?! I again explained no the battery is dying She stated well there is nothing I can do I don’t have access to a room with a ladder but to be honest not sure how to do it Maybe at 11 when the next guy comes in he can help I said so I need to sleep through the chirp going off every 30 seconds? (I had video and timed it by this time) She said yeah I asked for the manager to call me At around 10 PM same front desk gal calls back said here are your options 1) move to a King one bed room (my room 2 queen, I needed the two beds) 2) stay in the room and deal with it or 3) Be escorted off the property I said I’ll call you back and hung up! Keeping it in mind I had my 3 children it was 10 PM and not knowing where would we go, I decided to keep TV on and do our best to drown out the chirp!Woke up the next day full assuming since I didn’t change rooms and had voiced the problem we were having that the hotel would have maintenance take care of this for us that next day That did not happen! In fear of being “escorted” off the property, I decided to not push then envelope with this problem, to keep quite and finish out stay without further interaction with the staffI am still in disbelief that a simple battery change in a smoke detector escalated to being escorted off the property or deal with it mentality I think the GM Devin Smith needs to sit back and rethink how she approaches each situation at her hotel This was an easy fix that clearly was just not worth their time or effort in their eyesDo better Holiday Inn Santa Cruz it was a simple 10 minute fix yet you rather let your guests have 2 days of non stop chirping everything 30 seconds because it’s just to much to change a battery!

8. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in a commercial area, this informal hotel off State Highway 17 is 5 miles from Roaring Camp Railroads amusement park and 7 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.The streamlined rooms, some with balconies and/or sofabeds, provide flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and tea and coffeemakers, in addition to marble bathrooms and complimentary Wi-Fi.Parking is free. Breakfast (surcharge) is served in a casual restaurant/bar. Other amenities include a terrace, a gym and a meeting room, plus guest laundry facilities.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the large, clean rooms and praised the beds
  • 10 min drive to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
  • Some guests complained about the casual restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 13 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines and elliptical machines
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Ami A

WORST hotel stay I’ve ever had I stayed at the Four Points by Sheraton in Scott’s Valley last weekend As someone who travels frequently and who holds status with all of the major hotel chains, I am still in shock over my experience here

I do want to note that I previously stayed at this hotel one year ago and had a pleasant experience at that time (I can’t believe this is the same hotel) After checking in last week, I walked to the King Suite I had reserved and found the door unlocked and wide open (MAJOR safety risk) As I pushed the door further, I walked into a room that was completely unkempt There were consumed water bottles on the table The bathroom did not have a single towel There was no soap The bathroom trashcan was placed in the bedroom The countertops in the suite were stained It was quite clear that the suite had not been cleaned The tea and coffee had not been replenished In addition, the bathroom door was not attached and nearly fell on top of me and my travel companions Upon returning to the check-in desk, I was informed by the staff person that he was “pretty much the manager” When I shared the details regarding the room, there was not a single apology and instead he nonchalantly offered only one “solution” which was to cancel my reservation at the last-minute leaving me with nowhere to stay on a July 4 weekend Ultimately, I decided to go back to the suite and to clean it myself I wiped down counters and put the bathroom trashcan in the right place I had to request towels and soap since the room had come with NONE From start to end, this was one of the worst hotel experiences I have ever had The attitude of the person at the front desk is something I have never seen before and it will stay with me for years to come This was truly a disappointing, unacceptable experience for a room that cost nearly $400 for a nightI do want to share that the hotel has been completely unresponsive to my concerns over what happened during my stay, which speaks volumes I will update if I ever hear back from them

Chris McQuillan

Nice, clean and moderately new hotel Stayed in a suite, which was spacious, but a lot of wasted space And the dining table was placed in the bedroom area

just oddly laid out They also have a huge back patio and live music on the weekends, but only serve minimal food and for a brief time There’s are no dining tables on that huge patio either Seems like they could do a pretty nice lunch/dinner run with more tables and a kitchen that is open And that dining table in the bedroom? Better bring your own food, because there isn’t any room service!?

Tim Caposio

I’ve stayed here on 2 separate occasions ( one for approx 8 days while quarantining, the other for 2 days because I found a good rate ) and I have nothing but good things to address Every staff member I’ve encountered have been incredibly nice and accommodating During my latter stay, I was offered a room upgrade and the room was ostensibly immaculate ( minus a couple minor cosmetic blemishes )

The location is beautiful; peaceful, and convienent A lot of these negative reviews seem to be rooted in misunderstandings on behalf of the reviewer, irrational standards and perhaps even fragile egos If you find a room for sub 150 you will receive a solid stay relative to the competition as far as I’m concerned

9. Capitola Beach Suites

  • Address: 5000 Cliff Dr, Capitola, CA 95010
  • Phone: (831) 476-0505
  • Ratings: 4.3 (81 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Capitola Beach Suites
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Casual hotel set near a beach offering complimentary WiFi, plus an ocean-view rooftop terrace.

About this hotel

This 3-story motel is a 2-minute walk from Capitola Beach, 5 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 miles from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.Accessed by exterior corridors, the 10 casual suites feature balconies with deck chairs and bay views, free WiFi and living rooms with cable TV. They also have minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Most have fireplaces, futons and/or full kitchens. Minimum-stay rules may apply.Limited free on-site parking is available. There’s also a rooftop terrace with ocean views.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the kitchenettes
  • 3 min walk to Capitola Beach

Feedback From Real Customers

Carrie Kieselhorst

I cannot say enough positive things about this stay! The location is more than ideal We stayed on the first floor and our view was spectacular Each morning we opened our curtains to ocean, palm trees and sand

The beach is located just across the parking lot Super fun for the kids Thousands of birds to watch Interior was everything we needed It had a full kitchen which was awesome when traveling with a family The place was comfortable and VERY clean!The staff went above and beyond to make sure that our questions were answered, our stay was comfortable and beyond that they contacted me after my stay because I left a very important document in the room They made sure that I got this document back it was beyond my wildest dreams for a family vacationThanks so much! We’ll be back

Caleb Winningham

I’ll start this review by saying the staff at the hotel was super friendly—both the housekeeping member and the front desk member we interfaced with were very nice The room we stayed in had a great view, and the room itself was clean, but all other aspects of our stay were nightmarish to say the leastWhen we arrived at 3 PM the front desk team informed us that there were some serious plumbing issues that were identified and had to be resolved before we could actually check into our room

There was massive flooding in the parking garage, and the front desk staff told me they couldn’t estimate how long it would take but would call me when things were readyAbout two and a half hours later we drive back and find that the plumbers just left and we could use the room finally We were still charged full price, and I was willing to pay it just to get into the room It wasn’t until later that night that it became apparent that the toilet of our room was not working properly I figured with it being late, we just wouldn’t use it and we’d live to fight another dayUnfortunately, around 5 AM we awoke to a stench too powerful to even sleep through The plumbing for this hotel was so bad that we couldn’t even stand to sleep there any longer My wife and I gathered our things and prepared to leave I walked down to the parking garage to find water bubbling out of the paint in the ceiling and leaking onto the cars in the garage We could not leave fast enough I left a note on my key card when checking out (the front desk is not open until 0900) and called and left a message about our experience after no one answered when when we called We haven’t been contacted by any member of the staff to this day after paying nearly $300 for this hellish experienceI can say wholeheartedly that for low importance trips out to the beach, this may be the place for you If being able to sleep through the night, functional bathrooms, and being treated with adequate respect as a customer are things you value as a guest, I’d absolutely look elsewhere

Chris Powers

Very uncomfortable bed, small, terrible bathrooms, abysmal parking situation”But we’re on the beach

“I care about comfort from my hotels This beach side motel isn’t built for beach goers, that’s for sure Not worth the money and the village closes early Will not return here

10. Sea & Sand Inn (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 201 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • Phone: (831) 427-3400
  • Ratings: 4.6 (257 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : Sea & Sand Inn
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Relaxed quarters, some with private hot tubs, plus free breakfast & a deck with ocean views.

About this hotel

Perched on a cliff over Monterey Bay beach, this quaint low-rise hotel is a 10-minute walk to Santa Cruz Wharf with its dining, shopping and fishing, and 12 minutes’ walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.Modern rooms and suites have ocean views, free Wi-Fi, minifridges and TVs. Upgraded rooms offer Jacuzzi tubs and fireplaces, while suites feature private decks with 4-person hot tubs overlooking the ocean.Free perks consist of continental breakfast, afternoon drinks and parking. There’s also a communal waterfront deck.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • Walking distance to شاطئ كويل and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned “a fireplace” 15 times
  • Guests mentioned “an ocean” 27 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests praised the ocean views
  • Guests liked the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Robert garcia

Very reasonable rate compared to others like it that don’t even have the view Overlooking the boardwalk, the pier and the beach was great Nice clean and modern room

Small but appreciated touch of a taffy treat bag in the room 2pm-5pm coffee and cookies in the lobby, 5pm-9pm cheese and wine then topped off with a continental breakfast in the morning Over all just a great experience that didn’t break the bank I will be back

logan hess

My wife and I loved our stay Service was great and our room was fantastic We definitely want to stay again

The onlllyyyyy down fall is there is no ac unit for the summer months The cookies between 3-5pm are a nice touch The simple things like the breakfast and also the wine and cheese at night make you feel like the hotel appreciates you for staying

Pat Law

The great: ocean views and wave sounds Room very clean The service staff work very hard at keeping the place in tip top shape

Short walk to boardwalk Short walk to wharf This part of Santa cruz is just awesomeThe good: free continental type breakfastThe not so great: the bed was killer on my back, guess I’m getting oldI will definitely want to stay at this spot again on a yearly basis

11. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This hip hotel is a mile from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 5 miles from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.Contemporary rooms offer free Wi-Fi, iPod docks and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges, coffeemakers and desks. Suites add separate living spaces.There’s a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sundeck with a fire pit. Poolside cabanas can be rented for a fee. There’s also an exercise room, a farm-to-table restaurant and a poolside bar.

Things You Need to Know

  • 9 min walk to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
  • Guests praised the clean rooms but some thought they were small
  • Guests praised the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “Boardwalk” 10 times
  • Guests praised the architecture
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Steve Jones

I had not been to Santa Cruz since the start of the pandemic and was really looking forward to it I booked this location through Marriott Trouble started from the moment I tried to check in and they confirmed the wrong room

After a delay we straightened it out and I got a room that was almost up to the same level of the one I had booked But that one came with an additional fee which we later had removed Trying to get a satisfactory room and trying to determine why there’s an extra charge and then having to deal with getting it fixed isn’t exactly what I want to spend my time on for vacation I had planned to charge my car at the hotel and then spent 20 minutes trying to figure out why it wasn’t working I inquired at the hotel front desk they had no idea So I was the one who spent 20 minutes on the phone talking with the charger company only to be told that the charger was out of orderThe property was cool The location was great The people were nice But the organizational aspects of running a hotel and how to make sure your guest needs are satisfied even before they think of them is lacking with this property It almost felt like there’s new ownership and they are still kind of getting their feet wet with what they’re supposed to do I would stay there again primarily based on its location and niceness of the propery

Morgan Smelker

As a preface we have stayed in a few autograph collection hotels in the last few years This is not an autograph hotel And you feel a little nickel and dined when they tell you parking is $10/ night and you can’t even really walk to the beach…First major flag is that in order to go anywhere interesting in Santa Cruz on foot you must cross the river

Rivers a great but this riverbed is full of a cali sized homeless camp Great people watching but there are definitely better parts of the city to stay in Security is great though and we felt very safe while thereThe main areas of the hotel are nice, it’s well done But it’s very much appears to have the bones of a roadside hotel that got a decent facelift The rooms are not up to par for the name Peeling wall paper, no closet doors, tiny bathroom The craftsman ship and attention to detail in the rooms is lacking What we expect for the autograph name If you think of it like a nice roadside hotel with no complimentary breakfast you’ll see it as a 5 star place

Cherisse Du Preez -DFO

The police suggested I write reviews on this hotel to warn people who stay here I wish I didn’t stay at Hotel Paradox Santa Cruz We made the mistake of leaving expensive jackets in the hotel room closet & checked out

Although we realized our mistake immediately the hotel staff had already taken our stuff The manager refused to get it back His exact words were “we have a no responsibility policy… I stand by my staff” Thanks Christian (front of house manager that day)🤦🏼 It was over a thousand dollars in clothes The police got involved and there’s a formal incident report but they can’t force the staff to give us our things back Terrible policy, terrible hotel, absolute thieves I have tried for 3 days to speak directly with the General Manager but he won’t take or return my calls I’m shocked at how criminal their policies are and how abusive and angry their management staff was when I asked if I can come pick up our things I really hope everyone who they steal from reports it to the police so the staff can be held accountable by the law

12. Seaway Inn (2-star hotel)

  • Address: 176 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • Phone: (831) 471-9004
  • Ratings: 4.3 (232 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Seaway Inn
  • Check-in time: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Straightforward rooms with TVs & minifridges in a modest motel featuring ocean views.

About this hotel

A 10-minute walk from Santa Cruz’s wharf and beachfront amusement park, this modest 2-story motel is a 1-mile drive from both Seal Point’s coastal vistas, and downtown Santa Cruz’s shops and restaurants.Offering casual, beachy decor, the straightforward rooms provide minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers, plus cable TV and Wi-Fi. Some rooms have ocean views, and a family suite sleeps up to 6.Parking is available.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have refrigerators and coffee makers
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are small
  • Walking distance to شاطئ كويل and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests liked “Continental Breakfast”, mentioned 11 times in reviews
  • Guests mentioned “Boardwalk” 26 times
  • Guests praised the beach

Feedback From Real Customers

The Maldonado’s

The hotel is beautifully dressed It advertised breakfast, but it is not served due to “Covid” All the rooms have great view of the boardwalk but room 226

Do not get this room, it is in a corner, no view, the closet for the cleaning staff is on that corner, and so is the public stairs We were lucky enough to get this room Nice thing, parking is always available, walking distance to the boardwalk, beach and restaurants Downtown is not to too bad of a walk if you are in good shape

Mr Moogle X

The staff and cleaning lady were really nice! Our room was clean and wonderful This was our first hotel by the beach and for the price it was AMAZING! We plan on getting this hotel again when we visit!UPDATE: Thought it over and honestly I have to give them 5 stars We aren’t the overbearing type of customer and were in and out without any issues, but it was still 100% an amazing stay

❤️

Kulz

We got the family room and it was big enough for our family of 5 The separate room with the sofa bed was perfect for eating in and just watching TV I used the sofa bed, it’s small in size, it needs an upgrade since I can feel the spring on the mattress but sofa bed are always not comfortable from my experience

The staff were amazing and accommodating! The location is perfect where you can just walk to the boardwalk so you don’t have to pay parking

13. Continental Inn (2-star hotel)

  • Address: 414 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • Phone: (831) 429-1221
  • Ratings: 4.0 (450 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Continental Inn
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Straightforward rooms in a low-rise budget hotel offering free Wi-Fi, plus an outdoor pool.

About this hotel

Less than a mile from Santa Cruz’s beach attractions, this low-rise budget hotel is 4 blocks from Pacific Avenue’s shops and restaurants and 8 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Mission.The straightforward rooms come with minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers, plus TVs and free Wi-Fi. Most have wood floors.Amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub. Parking is free.

Things You Need to Know

  • 10 min walk to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned “Boardwalk” 14 times
  • Guests mentioned coffee makers 17 times

Feedback From Real Customers

rosemarie whipple

We came in late after looking for a place to stay, was referred by another motel to try this place Victoria was very pleasant and gave us a nice room just a few dollars cheaper than we expected Also she recommended a tire store, due to us having a flat tire on our way from the Sacramento area

Thank you Victoria for your exceptional service We got tires at the location that she suggested Now to enjoy the rest of our vacation The room was very clean and quiet

Devin Hurte

Room was absolutely disgusting Go to a nearby grocery store for cleaning and disinfecting supplies to clean it ourselves after we noticed the amount of dust that was everywhere In the bottle of my wife’s feet were completely black from walking on the floor for a matter of minutes Refrigerator in the room was broken

Missing wall outlets Door did not seal all the way you could see light coming from the outside at the bottom Shower Had an extremely loud screeching noise when turned on Pillows on the bed were a joke like sleeping with cardboard So many things were wrong with this room and I was not expecting a five star room but this was ridiculous

Asma Ahmady

Misleading pictures on the website They show another building cross the street that has the pool and good rooms They gave us room in cheap-motel-like building

Not what we paid for I asked to change the room They said tomorrow, and next day said NO Shame on you Continental Inn There are tens of places to stay in on the same street and at better priceWe had bed-bug-bites all over Rusty door hinges, stiff bathroom door knob and slow draining bathtub

14. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off CA-1, this modest hotel is a mile from Capitola Beach, 2 miles from New Brighton State Beach and 4 miles from Santa Cruz Harbor.Decorated in neutral tones, the casual rooms and suites with carpeted floors offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and safes, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Some have balconies, sitting areas and/or fireplaces.Breakfast is complimentary. There’s also a sun deck, a seasonal outdoor pool and a business center. Parking is available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean, large rooms and the beds
  • 5 min drive to Capitola Beach
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned beaches 16 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Luz Ferro

If you’re looking for a safe and quaint location, affordable and family friendly, and close to everything Santa Cruz has to offer, look no further than this Quality Inn in Capitola I was looking for a safe location for my daughter and I We were indeed comfortable and safe

Comfy bed, fridge and microwave in the room, and a small balcony The bathroom was big and well-stocked The housekeeping crew had great attention to detail Completely hassle-free reservation, check-in, and check-out We had a very pleasant time

Carina Rodriguez

It was one of the dirtiest hotel we stayed in As soon as I stepped into the room I knew I wasn’t going to enjoy my stay There were spiderwebs in the room

The patio was dirty We found dirty rusty Nails due to construction work they were currently doing When we asked for room service for our first night, the man at the front said he would have someone clean it When we got back to our room, the room had not been cleaned So when we asked later that night what happened, the same man said they only provide room service every 3rd night So he was not clear with this to start with We would not be coming back to this place

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