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Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
  • 7 min drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It was a very clean, hospitable and relaxing resort. I will definitely be returning."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Chaminade Resort & Spa
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 out of 5
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
  • 7 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mystery ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (425 reviews)
"We booked our stay through Expedia, expecting a room with a balcony and an ocean view. Unfortunately, our dining experience at the High Tide restaurant was disappointing. From the hostess who seated us to the uncomfortable low seating at our table, everything felt subpar. The food had no flavor at ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
525 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
  • 16 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Seaside Inn & Suites
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA
  • 12 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA
  • 6 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,609 reviews)
"Great view of the beach from our balcony. All the food, fun and surf is just across the street"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Marea Sol Hotel
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
  • 18 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 out of 5
101 Main St Santa Cruz CA
  • 8 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Casablanca On The Beach
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

2.5 out of 5
600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
  • 10 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mystery Spot are ...
6.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
"We were very happy with the staff and the condition of the room. Nice and close to the beach. Walked there in about 5 minutes. Best hotel we have stayed at considering the many times we have visited. The only negative thing about the hotel was no breakfast with my stay like most hotels."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Hotel Solares
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

4 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz CA
  • 12 min drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,305 reviews)
"Room was clean…however not quiet. Kids could be heard in the passageway."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

2.5 out of 5
110 Plymouth St Santa Cruz CA
  • 28 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,315 reviews)
"Clean large room and quiet safe area. Nice Breakfast 😄"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
  • 9 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Book a stay at this spa motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Surf City Inn and Suites
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1410 Ocean Street Santa Cruz CA
  • 28 min walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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