Best hotels in Santa Cruz for families
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Offering a sundeck and a shared lounge, the comfortable Hyatt Place Santa Cruz hotel is located in Downtown Santa Cruz with vintage clothing stores, cafes and galleries, merely 6 minutes' walk from Shopper's Corner. While staying at this 3-star smoke-free hotel, a safety deposit box and luggage storage are available for guests to use.
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Offering a sundeck and a shared lounge, the comfortable Hyatt Place Santa Cruz hotel is located in Downtown Santa Cruz with vintage clothing stores, cafes and galleries, merely 6 minutes' walk from Shopper's Corner. While staying at this 3-star smoke-free hotel, a safety deposit box and luggage storage are available for guests to use.
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Cots
The 2-star smoke-free La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz is located only 12 minutes' walk from Mike Fox Skate Park and offers a convenience shop and luggage storage. The comfortable hotel features a range of facilities such as a vending machine and a lift.
Guests can also enjoy American food at Ideal Bar & Grill located approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Cots
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
The 2-star smoke-free La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz is located only 12 minutes' walk from Mike Fox Skate Park and offers a convenience shop and luggage storage. The comfortable hotel features a range of facilities such as a vending machine and a lift.
Guests can also enjoy American food at Ideal Bar & Grill located approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
Sea & Sand Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
The 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz is located nearly a 5-minute drive from Riverside Gardens Community Garden, offering 18 rooms, Wi-Fi, and parking. The hotel is within walking distance of many of the attractions including Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and Fluke.
You can get a gastronomic experience at Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge which offers international cuisine just moments from Sea & Sand Inn.
Sea & Sand Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Sea & Sand Inn
The 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz is located nearly a 5-minute drive from Riverside Gardens Community Garden, offering 18 rooms, Wi-Fi, and parking. The hotel is within walking distance of many of the attractions including Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and Fluke.
You can get a gastronomic experience at Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge which offers international cuisine just moments from Sea & Sand Inn.
All-inclusive family hotels in Santa Cruz
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Offering a Jacuzzi, a patio, and a golf course, the 4-star upscale Dream Inn Santa Cruz is around a 5-minute walk from Swimming Dolphins. Located in the Cowell Beach district, this upscale hotel offers a poolside bar along with spectacular views from its air-conditioned rooms.
Guests can enjoy American snacks and meals in The Picnic Basket located approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Offering a Jacuzzi, a patio, and a golf course, the 4-star upscale Dream Inn Santa Cruz is around a 5-minute walk from Swimming Dolphins. Located in the Cowell Beach district, this upscale hotel offers a poolside bar along with spectacular views from its air-conditioned rooms.
Guests can enjoy American snacks and meals in The Picnic Basket located approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
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Top location
Pacific Blue Inn
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz is situated 7 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and features a sun deck and a golf course.
Pacific Blue Inn
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz is situated 7 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and features a sun deck and a golf course.
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Eco-friendly stay
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is just 5 minutes' walk from San Lorenzo River and features a heated pool for a more relaxing stay. The hotel also provides Wi-Fi available in public areas.
The Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is 150 metres from Ferrell's Donut Shop, that serves American cuisine.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is just 5 minutes' walk from San Lorenzo River and features a heated pool for a more relaxing stay. The hotel also provides Wi-Fi available in public areas.
The Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is 150 metres from Ferrell's Donut Shop, that serves American cuisine.
Family hotels in Santa Cruz with swimming pool
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
- Children's menu
The smoke-free Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz lies 3.2 km from a natural paradise like the sporty Harvey West Park, and features a convenience shop and luggage storage. Located in a shopping neighbourhood, the 3-star hotel offers 82 rooms along with a heated pool.
The restaurant West End Tap and Kitchen is located just a 14-minute walk from the accommodation.
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
- Children's menu
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
The smoke-free Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz lies 3.2 km from a natural paradise like the sporty Harvey West Park, and features a convenience shop and luggage storage. Located in a shopping neighbourhood, the 3-star hotel offers 82 rooms along with a heated pool.
The restaurant West End Tap and Kitchen is located just a 14-minute walk from the accommodation.
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Board games
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Santa Cruz features unique rooms about a 25-minute walk from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. The inn entices guests with a car park, available on site.
Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge, located approximately 5 minutes by car from the West Cliff Inn Santa Cruz, serves American cuisine to satisfy every taste.
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Board games
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Santa Cruz features unique rooms about a 25-minute walk from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. The inn entices guests with a car park, available on site.
Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge, located approximately 5 minutes by car from the West Cliff Inn Santa Cruz, serves American cuisine to satisfy every taste.
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Beach access
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Cots
The comfortable 5-star La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz, situated just 9 minutes' stroll from Beach Flats Community Garden, offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness club. Thanks to its beachfront location, this Santa Cruz hotel stands only steps away from Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf Event Venue, which is a great place to have a fun time.
Low Tide restaurant offers American cuisine while High Tide serves the best American cuisine.
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Cots
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
The comfortable 5-star La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz, situated just 9 minutes' stroll from Beach Flats Community Garden, offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness club. Thanks to its beachfront location, this Santa Cruz hotel stands only steps away from Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf Event Venue, which is a great place to have a fun time.
Low Tide restaurant offers American cuisine while High Tide serves the best American cuisine.
Luxury hotels in Santa Cruz
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Beach access
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Family rooms
Offering a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course, the 2-star Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz hotel is located about a 25-minute walk from Ocean View Park. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences such as Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a photocopy machine and complimentary wireless internet access.
Las Palmas Taco Bar, located fairly close to this Santa Cruz hotel, will spoil you with Mexican cuisine.
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Family rooms
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
Offering a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course, the 2-star Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz hotel is located about a 25-minute walk from Ocean View Park. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences such as Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a photocopy machine and complimentary wireless internet access.
Las Palmas Taco Bar, located fairly close to this Santa Cruz hotel, will spoil you with Mexican cuisine.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Located 19 minutes' walk from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach, the 3-star Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca includes 53 rooms. Wi-Fi is offered in the rooms at the hotel.
Tam's Restaurant offers Asian dishes and lies just moments from this hotel.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
Located 19 minutes' walk from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach, the 3-star Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca includes 53 rooms. Wi-Fi is offered in the rooms at the hotel.
Tam's Restaurant offers Asian dishes and lies just moments from this hotel.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Guests of the smoke-free Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz can easily reach Shopper's Corner, located nearly a 5-minute walk away. The 3-star hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and has a photocopy machine and a desk.
The restaurant Sala Thai is located a few steps from Best Western Plus All Suites Inn.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Guests of the smoke-free Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz can easily reach Shopper's Corner, located nearly a 5-minute walk away. The 3-star hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and has a photocopy machine and a desk.
The restaurant Sala Thai is located a few steps from Best Western Plus All Suites Inn.
5-star family hotels in Santa Cruz
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Beach access
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Indoor swimming pool
- Family rooms
Providing 36 rooms, the comfortable The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz is only a 12-minute walk from Ocean View Park. This 4-star hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Little Caesars, located within easy reach of, offers delectable dishes.
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Indoor swimming pool
- Family rooms
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Providing 36 rooms, the comfortable The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz is only a 12-minute walk from Ocean View Park. This 4-star hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Little Caesars, located within easy reach of, offers delectable dishes.
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Eco-friendly stay
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Cupertino
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Located just 1.4 km from Creekside Park, the comfortable Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Cupertino offers modern comforts such as a lift and an outdoor fireplace. Along with air-conditioned rooms, the 3-star smoke-free hotel offers a fitness centre with fitness classes for guests to stay fit.
The outdoor bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. Alexander's Steakhouse serves various kinds of American dishes only a few steps from Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Cupertino.
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Cupertino
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Cupertino
Located just 1.4 km from Creekside Park, the comfortable Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Cupertino offers modern comforts such as a lift and an outdoor fireplace. Along with air-conditioned rooms, the 3-star smoke-free hotel offers a fitness centre with fitness classes for guests to stay fit.
The outdoor bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. Alexander's Steakhouse serves various kinds of American dishes only a few steps from Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Cupertino.
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Best-rated
The Cottages Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated 3.5 km from the Stanford University museum "Cantor Arts Center", the 3-star The Cottages Hotel Menlo Park offers a 24-hour business centre with a range of business amenities. The hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Celia's Mexican Restaurant, located just a 5-minute walk from this property, will spoil you with Mexican cuisine.
The Cottages Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Cottages Hotel
Situated 3.5 km from the Stanford University museum "Cantor Arts Center", the 3-star The Cottages Hotel Menlo Park offers a 24-hour business centre with a range of business amenities. The hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Celia's Mexican Restaurant, located just a 5-minute walk from this property, will spoil you with Mexican cuisine.
Cheap family hotels in Santa Cruz
Carmel Valley Lodge
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Family rooms
Boasting a sunbathing terrace and a golf course, the 4-star Carmel Valley Lodge hotel offers such comforts as a first aid kit.
Carmel Valley Lodge
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Family rooms
Carmel Valley Lodge
Boasting a sunbathing terrace and a golf course, the 4-star Carmel Valley Lodge hotel offers such comforts as a first aid kit.
The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose
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Continental breakfast
Charges may apply
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Cots
The comfortable 3-star The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose is located in the very heart of Campbell and offers a car park on site.
Al Castello Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria, situated a stone's throw from The Bristol Campbell, is a perfect place to enjoy Italian cuisine.
The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose
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Continental breakfast
Charges may apply
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Cots
The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose
The comfortable 3-star The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose is located in the very heart of Campbell and offers a car park on site.
Al Castello Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria, situated a stone's throw from The Bristol Campbell, is a perfect place to enjoy Italian cuisine.
Hotel Strata
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Featuring a vending machine and an outdoor fireplace, Hotel Strata Mountain View is nestled in Mountain View, 2.9 km from Slater School Park. There is a charging station for electric vehicles on site and Wi-Fi in the rooms.
The quick bites In-N-Out Burger is located around 300 metres away.
Hotel Strata
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Hotel Strata
Featuring a vending machine and an outdoor fireplace, Hotel Strata Mountain View is nestled in Mountain View, 2.9 km from Slater School Park. There is a charging station for electric vehicles on site and Wi-Fi in the rooms.
The quick bites In-N-Out Burger is located around 300 metres away.
Family hotels in central Santa Cruz
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Great deal
The Palo Alto Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sun terrace
- Family rooms
The 3-star smoke-free The Palo Alto Inn, in an entertainment area, boasts a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area.
The hotel is a stone's throw from The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse.
The Palo Alto Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sun terrace
- Family rooms
The Palo Alto Inn
The 3-star smoke-free The Palo Alto Inn, in an entertainment area, boasts a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area.
The hotel is a stone's throw from The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse.
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's play area
The comfortable Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley enjoys a convenient location and provides easy access to the 302000 sq ft Santa Clara Convention Center, a place where guests can shop, located 2.7 km away. This 3-star smoke-free hotel features a safe deposit box and baggage storage, as well as general amenities such as a lift and a vending machine.
Offering Delhi dishes, Rosita's DE Basilio Deli & Mkt lies within a few blocks of Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley.
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's play area
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley
The comfortable Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley enjoys a convenient location and provides easy access to the 302000 sq ft Santa Clara Convention Center, a place where guests can shop, located 2.7 km away. This 3-star smoke-free hotel features a safe deposit box and baggage storage, as well as general amenities such as a lift and a vending machine.
Offering Delhi dishes, Rosita's DE Basilio Deli & Mkt lies within a few blocks of Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Family Hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Hyatt Place Santa Cruz |
8.7 / 10 (709 Reviews) |
From 127$ | |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz |
8.7 / 10 (1193 Reviews) |
From 165$ | |
| Sea & Sand Inn |
9.0 / 10 (278 Reviews) |
From 246$ | |
| Dream Inn Santa Cruz |
8.7 / 10 (694 Reviews) |
From 222$ | |
| Pacific Blue Inn |
8.6 / 10 (327 Reviews) |
From 149$ |