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| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Facilities | Price, $ | |
| Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley |
8.1 / 10 (590 Reviews) |
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From 123$ | |
| Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, An Ihg Hotel |
7.9 / 10 (223 Reviews) |
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From 100$ | |
| Oceana Inn Santa Cruz (Adults Only) |
6.8 / 10 (705 Reviews) |
From 59$ | ||
| Best Western Inn Santa Cruz |
7.4 / 10 (323 Reviews) |
From 124$ | ||
| Dream Inn Santa Cruz |
8.6 / 10 (865 Reviews) |
From 239$ |
My name is Mayra Koss and I am a School Psychologist. I have had the pleasure of traveling with Family-Friendly Hotels to various destinations, most recently to the lovely city of Santa Cruz. During my stay, I found the experience to be full of joy and adventure. Everything from the spacious and comfortable rooms, to the amazing pool areas, and scrumptious meal options, made my vacation a truly memorable one. The staff was friendly and attentive and gave me the best service I could have ever asked for. I think these kind of hotels are truly invaluable for family experiences. They really make you feel as though you are part of a larger family unit and help ensure that you have a wonderful time throughout your stay. To that end, I have created a list of the Best Family Hotels in Santa Cruz that I have visited or would like to visit, which are sure to provide families with a great and exciting journey.
Santa Cruz Accommodation lists:
Best Hotels in Santa Cruz for Family
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Oceana Inn Santa Cruz (Adults Only)
From 59$
The 2-star Oceana Inn Santa Cruz is set within a 5-minute ride from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and within a 5-minute ride away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Guests will have access to a parking onsite for added convenience.
This Santa Cruz motel is placed about 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport and in a 10-minute drive from such cultural venues as Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Oceana Inn Westside Santa Cruz offers proximity to such natural sights as Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park (1.4 km) and Cowell Beach (2.2 km). Visit Duck Island Pond, 250 metres of the boutique property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. Oceana Inn Santa Cruz lies 20 minutes on foot from the Wide Main Sandy Beach.
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Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
From 124$
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz is a perfect 3-star property set a 10-minute ride from University of California at Santa Cruz and a 10-minute drive from The Mystery Spot. The inn is placed 10 minutes by car from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, and provides guests with whirlpool baths and sauna facilities.
The accommodation is placed about 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport and not so far away from such cultural venues as Museum of Art and History. Western Westside Santa Cruz is also 17 minutes by foot from such natural sights as Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Visit Duck Island Pond, only 1 km of this perfect property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. Best Western Inn is located on the doorstep of First United Pentecostal Church of Santa Cruz, in Santa Cruz.
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
From 239$
Situated near restaurants and bars, and 5 minutes' ride from Museum of Art and History, the upscale Dream Inn Santa Cruz comprises 165 rooms within 0.9 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Set only a few steps from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the 4-star inn boasts seafood meals served at the onsite American restaurant.
This Santa Cruz property is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district, within 5 minutes' walk to Cowell Beach. Popular natural sights near Dream Inn Santa Cruz are the Wide Main Sandy Beach (800 metres) and the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach (2.1 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is a mere 5 minutes' walk away. Cultural experience in the area feature Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, situated only metres from Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
Luxury Family Hotels in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is home to a number of luxury family hotels that offer comfort and relaxation to visitors. These hotels are known for their luxurious rooms and high-end amenities, making them ideal for families on vacation. They boast a range of activities and services that cater to the needs of both adults and kids, including outdoor pools, spas, fitness centers, and more. The hotels combine modern and traditional architectural styles, creating breathtakingly beautiful structures that attract guests from all over the world. Whether you are looking to unwind, enjoy adventure activities, or just spend quality time with family, Santa Cruz's luxury family hotels have got you covered.
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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
From 145$
Featuring WiFi throughout the property, the 3-star Hampton Inn Santa Cruz offers accommodation 10 minutes' drive away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. This Santa Cruz inn in a shopping area, a stroll from such natural sights as Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.
The property puts you in the heart of Santa Cruz, around a 10-minute drive from the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster. Hampton Inn Westside Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz is within walking distance of DeLaveaga Park. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Duck Island Pond, which is 950 metres away. Along with other cultural attractions Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is nestled 2.8 km from Hampton Inn Santa Cruz. This Santa Cruz property is near a motorway.
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Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
From 123$
Located a 10-minute ride from The Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz, the comfortable Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Hotel offers a spa salon including a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool. Featuring 178 rooms with views of the hills, this 3-star romantic hotel is set a 10-minute drive from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
The smoke free property is placed about 50 km from Mineta San Jose International airport and 4.1 km away from such cultural venues as Bigfoot Discovery Museum. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Santa Cruz is ideally situated about 25 minutes' stroll from MacDorsa Park. This comfortable accommodation is placed just a short drive from Monterey Bay. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Hotel allows you to enjoy such natural sights as the family-friendly Roaring Camp Park 10 minutes by car.
Hotels in Santa Cruz
| Average Price 🏷️ | 250$ |
| Rating 🏆 | 39 |
| Landmarks nearby 🌆 | University of California at Santa Cruz, Wilder Ranch State Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Museum of Art and History, Cave Train |
| Top Santa Cruz Hotels 🔑 | 38 |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Oceana Inn Santa Cruz (Adults Only) |
| Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Best Western Inn Santa Cruz |
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | Dream Inn Santa Cruz |
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Aqua Breeze Inn
From 89$
Located in the very heart of Santa Cruz, the 2-star Aqua Breeze Inn offers fast access to the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, which helps break from routine and stands within 1.1 km away. Featuring 26 rooms with views of the ocean, the inn is set only a 13-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.
Just a 13-minute walk from Cowell Beach, the unpretentious accommodation is also about a 25-minute walk of the arts theater "Rio Theatre". The entertainment venues in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, quite close to Aqua Breeze Santa Cruz. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is a mere 500 metres away. Standing in 2.1 km away, Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination.
Cheap Family-Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz offers families an array of budget-friendly hotel options, without compromising on comfort and convenience. These hotels offer clean accommodations with basic amenities, making it an ideal choice for families looking for a cozy, safe, and comfortable place to stay. Many of these hotels come equipped with family suites or rooms to accommodate larger groups. Additionally, they are typically located near top attractions, making it easier to explore the city with minimal time spent commuting.
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Drift Inn, Llc
From 91$
Featuring WiFi in public areas, the 2-star Drift Inn, Llc Santa Cruz offers accommodation in a 5-minute drive away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. This low-budget inn in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, 1.6 km of such natural sights as Cowell Beach.
The centre of Santa Cruz can be reached within 10 minutes' walk of the property, and such cultural venues as Santa Cruz Surfing Museum are in 2.4 km away. Drift Inn, Llc Santa Cruz places you around a 10-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Duck Island Pond, which is about 13 minutes' walk away. Drift Inn, Llc is also in 20 minutes' stroll from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster.
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
From 149$
Offering a luggage storage and a lobby area, the comfortable Hyatt Place Santa Cruz Hotel lies in the Westside Santa Cruz district, within a 10-minute drive from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse and nearly a 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. This 3-star modern hotel is placed within a 5-minute drive away from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, and provides guests with a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool.
The centre of Santa Cruz can be reached within 10 minutes' walk of Hyatt Place, and such cultural venues as Museum of Art and History are 950 metres away. The downtown area gives access to the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach" (1.9 km) and Cowell Beach (1.8 km). The nearby entertainment attractions of Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, which is approximately 5 minutes by car. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz Hotel is notable for the comfortable location 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport.
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Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
From 108$
The 2-star Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Hotel enjoys a central location in the very heart of Santa Cruz and offers direct access to Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Featuring 30 rooms with views of the sea, the inn is set 25 minutes' walk of the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach".
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are only 0.7 km and 0.8 km from this comfortable accommodation respectively. Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Westside Santa Cruz places you 5 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. The property is placed relatively near Monterey Bay. Located at 2.2 km distance from Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Hotel, Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Kid-Friendly Resotrs in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a great destination for families with numerous Kid-friendly resorts. These resorts make sure kids are entertained and engaged throughout their stay. A Kid-Friendly resort includes amenities and activities catering to the interests and needs of children, ensuring that they enjoy their vacation. Some typical amenities include a kids’ pool, playground equipment, and daycare facilities. Other activities may include dance or music lessons, art classes, on-site games, and sports facilities. The goal is to provide a safe and entertaining environment for the young ones, allowing parents to relax and enjoy the overall experience.
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Hotel Solares
From 101$
The 2-star Hotel Solares is placed in a touristic area of Santa Cruz, a 5-minute walk from Mike Fox Skate Park and within 5 minutes' ride from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. The hotel is placed within 10 minutes' ride away from University of California at Santa Cruz, and provides guests with a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool.
Art League Inc-Santa Cruz is located less than 5 minutes' stroll from the property, and such natural sites as Cowell Beach is a mere 1.7 km away. Solares Westside Santa Cruz places you 950 metres to Santa Cruz Main Beach. Cultural experience in the area feature Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, situated in 5 minutes' drive from the accommodation. Hotel Solares enjoys a premium location within a 48-minute drive to Mineta San Jose International airport.
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Carousel Beach Inn
From 149$
Set a mere 1.4 km to the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre", which will let your body release endorphins, the 2-star Carousel Beach Inn Santa Cruz features a lift, a snack and drink vending machine. The inn offers 16 guestrooms with views over the ocean.
The accommodation in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz is a mere 1.1 km of Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster and a couple of blocks away from such shopping venues as Cowell's Beach Surf Shop. Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf Event Venue is 1.1 km to Carousel Beach Santa Cruz, while Mineta San Jose International airport is 55 km from it. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Seabright Beach, which is merely a 14-minute walk away. Carousel Beach Inn allows you to enjoy such natural sights as the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach" only 1.2 km away.
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Beachview Inn
From 69$
The 2-star Beachview Inn Santa Cruz is located in within 8 minutes' stroll of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and features 24 hour front desk assistance and housekeeping service. This Santa Cruz inn lies in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, 1.9 km to such cultural sights as Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
The property is set 8 minutes by foot from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and at 2.9 km distance from University of California at Santa Cruz. Beachview Santa Cruz places you nearly 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. The accommodation is 25 minutes' walk of Ocean View Park.
Family Friendly Hotels Downtown Santa Cruz
Family-friendly hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz offer comfortable and safe accommodation for families traveling with children. With a range of room options, these hotels cater to families of all sizes and offer various amenities such as complimentary breakfast, outdoor pools, and play areas for kids. Conveniently located near attractions, parks, and family-friendly restaurants, these hotels provide easy access for families to explore the city and create lasting memories. Whether on vacation or traveling for business, family-friendly hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz provide a welcoming and enjoyable experience for the whole family.
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Mission Inn
From 139$
25 minutes' stroll from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, the comfortable Mission Inn Santa Cruz comprises 53 rooms. This 3-star hotel is placed approximately a 5-minute ride from Lighthouse Point, and provides guests with a Jacuzzi and sauna facilities.
New Leaf Community Markets is located merely 400 metres away from the accommodation, and such natural sites as Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve are approximately a 20-minute stroll away. Standing less than a 6-minute stroll of Swift Street Courtyard Shopping Mall, Mission Westside Santa Cruz is nearly a 5-minute drive from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. The nearby cultural attractions include Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, which is 10 minutes by car from this Santa Cruz property. Mission Inn boasts a comfortable setting within 52 minutes' drive to Mineta San Jose International airport.
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Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling
From 107$
Located in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, the 2-star Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling is 25 minutes on foot from such culture-oriented attractions as Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Boasting a location within a minutes' drive of the Wide Main Sandy Beach, this smoke-free inn comprises 25 rooms as well as a baggage storage and a lobby area.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park lies 900 metres away, while The Mystery Spot is within 15 minutes' ride from the property. Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling Santa Cruz offers proximity to such natural sights as Cowell Beach (0.9 km) and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park (1.8 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is within 250 metres away. Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling is situated in 25 minutes' stroll from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach. Additionally, a tube station is placed near the property.
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Beach Street Inn And Suites
From 155$
Nestled in the Westside Santa Cruz district, the 3-star Beach Street Inn And Suites is at 300 metres of Cowell Beach. Featuring 45 rooms with views of the ocean, this Santa Cruz inn is set at a near distance from Pacific Garden Mall.
The boutique style property is in the very heart of Santa Cruz, a 9-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Popular natural sights near the hotel are the Wide Main Sandy Beach (600 metres) and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park (1.9 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is 250 metres away. Cultural experience in the area feature Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, situated adjacent to Beach Street Inn And Suites.
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, An Ihg Hotel
From 100$
The 3-star Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz is set in a 10-minute ride away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and in a 10-minute ride from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach. Located 2.7 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the inn features 100 rooms with views over the city.
The centre of Santa Cruz can be reached within 15 minutes' walk of the accommodation, and such cultural venues as Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are within 2.7 km away. Express Hotel & Suites Westside Santa Cruz is also within walking distance to such natural sights as Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Visit Duck Island Pond, 0.9 km away from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States.