pet friendly hotels in Scotts Valley, CA
1. 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
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2. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton (3-star hotel)
- Address: 7500 Old Dominion Ct, Aptos, CA 95003
- Phone: (831) 688-7300
- Ratings: 4.2 (1062 reviews) Very good
- Website : Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- Check-in time: 4:00 PM
- Check-out time: 11:00 AM
- Quick Summary: Relaxed hotel offering an outdoor pool, a gym & a restaurant, plus Wi-Fi & parking.
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
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3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel (2-star hotel)
- Address: 1410 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
- Phone: (831) 466-9100
- Ratings: 3.9 (747 reviews) Good
- Website : Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
- Check-in time: 3:00 PM
- Check-out time: 11:00 AM
- Quick Summary: Straightforward chain lodging with an outdoor pool & a fitness center, plus free breakfast & WiFi.
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!
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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. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley (3-star hotel)
- Address: 6020 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
- Phone: (831) 438-6666
- Ratings: 4.0 (520 reviews) Very good
- Website : Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
- Check-in time: 3:00 PM
- Check-out time: 11:00 AM
- Quick Summary: Unassuming rooms in a modern, low-rise hotel offering an outdoor pool, plus free breakfast & WiFi.
About this hotel
Set just off Highway 17, this modern, low-rise hotel is 5.7 miles from the Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 7.4 miles from Santa Cruz, and 7.7 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.The unassuming rooms are linked by exterior corridors and feature flat-screen TVs and free WiFi, plus minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add whirlpool tubs and private balconies.Continental breakfast is complimentary, and there’s a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Things You Need to Know
- Guests praised the clean rooms and the beds
- 9 min drive to Mystery Spot
- Guests liked the friendly service, which has a concierge
- Guests liked the hot tub, mentioned 20 times in reviews
- Guests disliked the microwaves, mentioned 11 times in reviews
- Guests praised the breakfast
- Guests praised the outdoor pool
Feedback From Real Customers
Lisa
I’ve stayed here many times Close to freeway (real close) but quiet, safe, clean, acceptable breakfast Bed was comfortable
There are designated pet rooms (closest to freeway) Good food nearby It’s dated, windows are single pane They charge $50 per dog per night so with my two small dogs that almost doubled the price of the room Make your reservation online, the front desk is always busy Staff have been great
Bartholomew Roland
A very nice hotel right off the highway The room was clean and the bed was comfortable We also enjoyed the breakfast in the morning; the eggs, sausage, and hot sauce were nice
We only had two complaints/observations:1 I hit my head on the shower bar every time I walked into the bathroom The shower curtain is bowed out into the bathroom to create more space in the shower, but juts far into the bathroom creating a hazard A straight shower curtain bar would be better for the overall size of the bathroom2 Parking was incredibly tight The spots are small, and feel smaller when most folks staying there had trucks/vans/SUVs But beyond that, there was a single handicapped spot available We saw a van with handicap plates unable to park in the designated spot for two nights because the only spot in front was occupied (by another person with handicapped plates)
Jesse Mueller
Hotel is updated and rooms were very clean Minus 1 star because of the hotel room doors Starting at 5AM for the 2 nights I stayed, doors would slam as guest would leave and either not catch them or just spam them without care for others who are sleeping
It was a constant 2 hours of door slamming until I had to get up My room door did not have a soft close feature so I’m sure the others were the same so it’s inconsiderate guests, however this could be alleviated with door closing mechanisms Other than that, the hotel was great
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6. 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
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7. 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!
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8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz (3-star hotel)
- Address: 2956 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
- Phone: (831) 420-0777
- Ratings: 4.4 (441 reviews) Very good
- Website : Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz
- Check-in time: 3:00 PM
- Check-out time: 12:00 PM
- Quick Summary: Unfussy rooms in a laid-back lodging featuring an outdoor heated pool, a gym & a hot tub.
About this hotel
Overlooking Monterey Bay, this informal modern hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Natural Bridges State Beach, and 3 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park.Unfussy rooms feature free high-speed Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add living areas with pull-out sofas; some have balconies with bay views.Parking is complimentary, as is a breakfast buffet served in a casual breakfast room or on a patio with a fire pit. There’s a convenience store and a coin-operated laundry. Other amenities include a gym, an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub.
Things You Need to Know
- Guests liked the clean rooms, which have microwaves
- The unfussy rooms have coffee makers
- 5 min drive to Natural Bridges State Beach
- Guests praised the service
- One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
- Guests mentioned “Boardwalk” 10 times
- Guests mentioned “an ocean” 13 times
- One of the few hotels in the area with a fitness center
Feedback From Real Customers
Mike K
Great stay at this hotel Love the location and away from the busy area of Santa Cruz Hotel was close to Seymour Marine Discovery Museum which was a delight to visit
The service was excellent even during the pandemic shortage I give credit to the staff of working hard and keeping things going The morning breakfast was good I highly recommend staying here The only negative thing I can say is the size of the pool; I would not call it a pool, but more an oversized jacuzzi Pic below is the view from our balcony
Alexa Kiel David
This was our second time staying here in a month The first time, the elevator was broken We received an email that it was broken the day before our stay, and we asked for a lower level room if possible
We arrived and were put on the highest floor and our friends who arrived after us (and did not send in the ask) were placed on lower level floorsThis was frustrating but stuff happens, and we decided to keep our reservation for two weeks laterFast forward to this trip, the hallways smell horrible and our room smells like body odor We told the front desk but there wasn’t a resolution They said they think someone on the first floor is cooking something that is making the hotel smell? UnsureNeedless to say, we won’t be coming back
KK Q
The room was clean and staff are friendly, but I DO NOT RECOMMEND STAYING HERE for one reason, the machine noise!!! OMG!!! At 10pm, 7:45am, and 10 am there was a room shaking noise that persisted for 20-30 minutes When I called the front desk they said also the people on the floor below mine also complained Lets just say it was so loud that my wife had to google if there was an earthquake
WE NEVER EXPERIENCED THIS IN ANY OF THE 50+ HOTELS WE HAVE STAYED INWhat made this even worse was that the next morning the front desk manager said he is aware of this issue Then why dont you fix it???!!!! We even asked for a quite room This really ruined our stay and vacation
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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. 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
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11. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection (3-star hotel)
- Address: 611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
- Phone: (831) 425-7100
- Ratings: 4.2 (1108 reviews) Very good
- Website : Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
- Check-in time: 4:00 PM
- Check-out time: 12:00 PM
- Quick Summary: Contemporary hotel with free Wi-Fi, plus a heated outdoor pool & a farm-to-table restaurant.
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
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12. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley (3-star hotel)
- Address: 6001 La Madrona Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
- Phone: (831) 440-1000
- Ratings: 4.2 (1229 reviews) Very good Eco-certified
- Website : Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
- Check-in time: 4:00 PM
- Check-out time: 11:00 AM
- Quick Summary: Mountain-retreat hotel nestled in a forest, featuring a fitness center & outdoor pool.
About this hotel
Nestled in a redwood forest, this mountain retreat hotel off Highway 17 is 3 miles’ drive from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and a 6-mile drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park.All rooms (some with forest views) offer modern decor and custom-designed beds, plus microwaves, minifridges, flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Some rooms feature private balconies. Suites add separate living areas, pull-out sofas and whirlpool tubs.Amenities include a bar and grill, a fitness center and a heated outdoor pool, plus a business center and over 7,000 sq ft of meeting space.
Things You Need to Know
- 9 min drive to the Mission Santa Cruz
- Some guests complained about the air conditioning but others praised the beds
- Some guests complained about the bathrooms
- One of the few hotels in the area with room service
- Guests mentioned “dogs” 19 times
- Guests liked the forest views
- Guests liked the fitness center, which has free weights
Feedback From Real Customers
C. B.
It is a great location, well maintained hotel Room was clean Check-in was ready early
Front desk and workers around the hotel were very friendly and nice I’m not sure why some of the negative reviews from others This is not a 5 star resort but it is one of the nicer low key, family friendly hotels Way better to stay there than in Santa Cruz itself The price point seems fair given that inflation is so high right now so I disagree with other reviews that say it is too high Hotel has to pay for workers, water, etc and all rising costs so all in all, we would stay there again definitely in the future
Jason Hauk
I’ve been a Hilton Honors member for many years and this was one of the best hotels I’ve stayed at The level of service and guest experience we received were top-notch The room spacious and clean, the pool was warm, the hot tub was hot and the food was excellent! Joy and Maria went out of their way to enhance our experience
Only a 10 minute drive to the beach, 15 minute drive to the Mystery Spot and 10 minute drive to look at some Redwood trees We will definitely be staying here again on our next trip to Santa Cruz!!
Monica Gamboa
The room was extremely clean as well as the rest of the Hotel It was also in a great location The front desk staff was so friendly and even went out of her way to let my husband in by the rear parking lot and gave him an extra key
Our room was a little warm and the ac was not cooling off the room We called the front desk and maintenance was at our door within 5 min and fixed the problem I will definitely stay again!
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13. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley (3-star hotel)
- Address: 5030 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
- Phone: (831) 438-1500
- Ratings: 4.0 (323 reviews) Very good
- Website : Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
- Check-in time: 3:00 PM
- Check-out time: 12:00 PM
- Quick Summary: Streamlined rooms in casual hotel offering dining & a bar, plus free Wi-Fi & parking.
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
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14. Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites (3-star hotel)
- Address: 1435 41st Ave, Capitola, CA 95010
- Phone: (831) 477-0607
- Ratings: 4.5 (622 reviews) Excellent
- Website : Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites
- Check-in time: 3:00 PM
- Check-out time: 12:00 PM
- Quick Summary: Warm rooms & suites in a relaxed hotel offering a heated outdoor pool, a gym & free breakfast.
About this hotel
Less than a mile from Capitola Beach, this laid-back hotel is 4 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 miles from Mystery Spot, an illusion-based attraction.Warmly decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sitting areas, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas; some have fireplaces and/or whirlpool tubs.Complimentary perks include parking, and continental breakfast served in a colorful dining area. There’s also a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness room.
Things You Need to Know
- Guests praised the kitchenettes and the beds
- 6 min drive to Capitola Beach
- Guests praised the friendly service
- One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
- Guests mentioned beaches 35 times
- Guests praised the breakfast
- One of the few hotels in the area with a fitness center
- One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool
Feedback From Real Customers
John Petersen
This Best Western is one of the best we have stayed at, and we have stayed at many different ones in many states The staff at the front desk are fantastic The breakfast is better now that they are allowing full breakfast instead of the grab and go option
Sadly, it lived up to Best Western expectations in that there were ants in the room when we got there The front desk had us go and get the bug spray from them and spray, and then room service cleaned them up the next day Also, the bed and pillow combination did not work for me or my wife Others may like the way they feel This is just our opinion Last month we bought pillows from a hotel we stayed at because they were amazing These pillows, not so muchThe hotel is really nice and clean, and the staff are fantastic
andrew t
It was ok Pro’s Very close to the beach
Friendly staff, Stephen checked us in quickly and offered us some suggestions on where to eat We stayed on 3rd floor and had a clean room The pull out sofa just had a regular sheet, not a small fitted so my son kept having to fix it over night The bathroom did have a working ventilation system leading to a musty smell The shower pressure was underwhelming however there was an attachment to raise the head up so it actually hit the top of my head Breakfast was great, 3 types of coffee, 3 fruit juices, waffles in a waffle iron, cereals, fresh fruit and breadsSummer time weekend night from Priceline in 2022 is about 490 per night This seems average The pool is only open from 10am so no early morning swim I would consider going to try a rental property to save money on eating out in this expensive town At the time of this writing there was construction so we missed the entrance to the parking lot in back
Kimberly Ross
We were just passing through and didn’t know anything about Santa Cruz, so we just picked this hotel randomly from an internet search We are so glad we did The hotel was attractive, the staff were above-and-beyond helpful and friendly, the bed was comfortable, the hot tub was clean and heated just right, the location was very nice, and the breakfast was incredible (waffle bar, biscuits and gravy, eggs and bacon, fruit, bagels/muffins/other breads, yogurt, oatmeal, and on and on!)
I would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to others
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