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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Room was clean. Check in was very smooth. Staff was very informative and welcoming. Amenities were as described.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Cool vibes, nice staff, great pool
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Overall a great experience as it was a well organized place , enjoyed our stay 👍😄
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Marea Sol Hotel
Clean, updated room, was quiet. Best thing is the location
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Just nothing beats those views - literally on the beach, you wake up
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Beautiful hotel but still working out its "bugs." In-room phone inoperable so had to repeatedly go to the front desk for room service, parking valet, etc. Engineer unable to get the phone working. Confused waiters in the restaurant leaving us almost 30-minutes before twice asking for assistance. ...
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Casablanca On The Beach
This was my second time here and this time we had a beach view. Once again everything was nice from staff to room. The shared balcony overlooking the beach and wharf was lovely
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Great staff; rooms are spotless
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Staff were great, quiet room and breakfast with options.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Room was clean and staff was professional.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Very nice facilities. Rooms were great
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Continental Inn
Clean rooms and friendly staff. This is my favorite affordable hotel in Santa Cruz. They also have reliable internet!
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
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