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La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"The staff were very attentive to every request. The property was very clean and well maintained. My only gripe is that the hotel fragrance was a little too overpowering in the lobby."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
"Private parking, good staff, good room, close to beach and boardwalk"
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
"The staff were super friendly in the restaurant. The property and common areas were beautiful. Our room was a little smelly and could have used some attention. We would stay again though. It felt safe and convenient to walk downtown and the boardwalk."
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026
Casablanca On The Beach
"Staff was very accommodating."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
"The place is great for a getaway. It's close to so many different places to visit and eat. And if you don't want to go anywhere, the food and service at the View is amazing too. So many things to do right there."
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
"Will not stay again. Outdated rooms especially bathrooms and furniture. Not worth $500 a night."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
"Great time with my girlfriend. Everyone is very kind and valet especially too. Very clean and close enough to everything. Hopefully they can put in smart tvs in the future but thats a non issue."
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026
Seaside Inn & Suites
"It’s a good price for a good location close to the harbor. The bathroom smells a little mildewy from the shower curtain. Overall it’s a fine place to stay for a night in Santa Cruz."
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026
Ocean Pacific Lodge
"Nice place."
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026
Marea Sol Hotel
"Nice, reasonably priced beach front hotel. Rooms are nice, some have ocean views. The boardwalk is across the street. Pool is freezing- we never use it. There aren’t a ton of morning dining options around."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
"Overall was perfect 5 stars. Except the swimming pool is tiny and the AC at night was nosiy ."
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
"Great location and room was spacious"
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026
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