Best Hotels in Santa Cruz, CA

Styled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily. Offering a city or ocean view, each suite at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz features a flat-screen TV. A microwave and refrigerator are provided. Guests are pampered with free toiletries. Refreshments are available in the lobby. This inn is 5 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. San Francisco International Airport is 49 mi away.

- "Great location,quick walk to downtown or the boardwalk,clean room,great staff,good parking,we peeked in other rooms that" - "Beautiful Victorian Mansion Stay a couple blocks from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk!!" - "This is a hidden gem - gorgeous property, quiet, quaint and with its own history!!" - "Great Old Motel in Santa Cruz with great owners!" - "Nice exclusive hotel centre Santa Cruz" - "Another great stay at Rio Vista, will be back soon!"

Nestled on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach, this 3-story Victorian home is a restful bed and breakfast that offers unique guestrooms and thoughtful amenities just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. West Cliff Inn features luxurious rooms with fireplaces and marble-tile bathrooms. Guests will also appreciate technological amenities such as free high-speed internet access, MP3 players and a flat-panel, wall-mounted TVs. Wake up with West Cliff Inn's delicious breakfast buffet. In the afternoon, enjoy wine and hors d'oeuvres, then rent a bicycle to explore Santa Cruz.

- "Wow!...if you want to stay in Santa Cruz then you have to stay here !!" - "A great treasure by the sea and we look forward to many more visits." - "Very quaint bed-and-breakfast, I would highly recommend to my friends" - "A-maze-ing!! Will return again." - "Traditional luxury at the beach." - "It was amazing!!" - "We had such a wonderful stay at the B&B. The room was cozy, the breakfast was delicious, and your warm hospitality m"

Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi. All rooms are soundproofed. A seating area, an electronics charging station, a TV with cable channels, and a coffee machine are featured in each spacious room. Solaire Restaurant and Bar is onsite and features local wine and beer. Guests can enjoy farm to table ingredients and a seasonal menu. A fitness center is on site. A concierge service is provided for the hotel to assist guests with dinner reservations and area attractions. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Capital Village is 8.8 miles away, and Pacific Avenue with boutique shops and stores is just 15 minutes’ walk from the property.

- "Excellent hotel and staff!" - "wonderful experience!" - "Great place to relax and still close to plenty of amenities. We'll be returning !" - "Booking.com was awful I purchased a certain room that did not exist" - "Still the one! We love coming to Paradox! Why do we have to make res on app and not at front desk??" - "The restaurant was very delicious and the rooms was spacious and clean!" - "We enjoyed our stay at this exquisite place!"

*Adults Only* Just 10 minutes’ walk from Capitola Beach and Wharf, this luxurious B&B offers an evening wine reception complete with appetizers. A full breakfast is served daily. All rooms include free Wi-Fi. Spa quality bath salts and bathrobes are provided in each room at Inn at Depot Hill. A featherbed encourages a good night’s rest. Guests can watch a movie on their flat-screen TV complete with satellite. A breakfast featuring a variety of hot dishes such as quiche or pancakes is available daily. Cereal, fruit and baked goods are included. A decadent desert is served every evening. Inn at Depot Hill Capitola is 15 minutes’ drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests wanting to experience the sea on an old-world vessel can do so at California Classic Sail 15 minutes’ walk away.

- "Great getaway with amazing service!" - "Staff was very friendly, breakfast was lovely , room charming" - "Perfect location in Capitola" - "Enjoyable stay." - "Exceptional stay in the authentic Kyoto suite with charming Zen garden and deep soaking tub with rain shower." - "Very nice! relaxing and friendly atmosphere" - "Beautiful and quiet, pretty and clean." - "Slip sliding away." - "Quaint B&B on the hill" - "Pleasant sty, skip the breakfast"

This beachfront hotel is located next to Santa Cruz’s famous boardwalk and steps from the center of the city, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family vacation or romantic getaway. The Dream Inn features a natural, laid back atmosphere inspired by the ocean. All guest rooms and suites include private balconies or patios with spectacular views of Monterey Bay. Enjoy the memorable sunsets, watch the surfers and let the ocean waves lull you to sleep. The hotel's spacious deck features a pool and hot tub. With a great location and luxurious amenities, the Dream is a great choice for business or pleasure.

- "Great get away spot. Plenty to do in Santa Cruz" - "It was very serene and full of relaxation." - "Exceeding expectations" - "The best spot" - "Waking up to the sound of the ocean. Beautiful views" - "We went for my baby first birthday and will definitely be returning" - "Great location and clean. The mattress on the bed was bad, needs to be replaced." - "Relaxing and comfortable stay ." - "Very pleasant" - "Nice day right on the Santa Cruz ocean/boardwalk area"