Finding A Room in Santa Cruz
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide for Santa Cruz, California.
Located on the edge of Monterey Bay along California's central coast, Santa Cruz tempts visitors with its beautiful surroundings and warm, sunny weather. With several beaches and 11 world-class surf breaks, it is no wonder Santa Cruz has earned the nickname Surf City, luring both seasoned and amateur surfers to the area. For those looking for a little less activity and a tad more culture, the city is also home to a number of museums, art galleries and a few highly regarded festivals.
Since Santa Cruz draws visitors from all over the world, there are a number of hotel and motel options to suit all types of traveler. From high-end luxury boutique hotels to more basic motels, guests to the Santa Cruz area are sure to find accommodations to suit their needs.
HOTELS & MOTELS NEAR SANTA CRUZ'S AIRPORTS
Santa Cruz is a relatively small city; it doesn’t have its own airport but is serviced by the surrounding airports of San Jose, San Francisco, Monterrey and Oakland. The closest international airports, the San Jose International Airport and the Monterey Peninsula Airport, both have a range of standard accommodation options nearby.
Conveniently located at the Monterey Peninsula Airport, the Comfort Inn provides amenities such as wireless Internet, parking, business services and hot breakfast are all included in a night’s stay. The nearby Fremont Street also has a variety of basic hotels and motels for those looking to overnight close to the airport.
Other big name hotel and motel chains are located along North First Street just off Skyport Drive, which is just minutes from the San Jose International Airport.
HOTELS & MOTELS BY THE SANTA CRUZ BEACH BOARDWALK
Many of the city's hotels and motels are found close to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Those who’d prefer to be within walking distance of the beach and the surf will most likely prefer to find accommodation here.
The Santa Cruz Dream Inn is a full-service beachfront hotel offering visitors stunning views of the ocean from retro-chic rooms. Meeting the needs of a variety of guests, the Dream Inn offers everything from a children’s wading pool to a 24-hour business center. The on-site restaurant, Aquarius, is a great place to grab a quick and healthy snack before hitting the beach or a creative cocktail before a night out on the town.
Other accommodations near the boardwalk include the Ocean Pacific Lodge and a number of reasonably priced hotels all offering standard amenities.
DOWNTOWN HOTELS & MOTELS
Surf City’s city center has an array of places to stay. Familiar chains are located on Ocean Street, which is close to two large shopping centers, and everything from satellite television to continental breakfast are included in the room rate.
For visitors who are looking for more of a unique lodging experience, the Hind Victorian Guest House is a rather unexpected surprise in this laid-back beach town. With claw-foot tubs and ornate four-poster beds, this historic inn offers guests standard amenities as well as the use of common rooms, such as the parlor and the kitchen, for those who would prefer to cook a meal or two for themselves.
Since Santa Cruz draws visitors from all over the world, there are a number of hotel and motel options to suit all types of traveler. From high-end luxury boutique hotels to more basic motels, guests to the Santa Cruz area are sure to find accommodations to suit their needs.
HOTELS & MOTELS NEAR SANTA CRUZ'S AIRPORTS
Santa Cruz is a relatively small city; it doesn’t have its own airport but is serviced by the surrounding airports of San Jose, San Francisco, Monterrey and Oakland. The closest international airports, the San Jose International Airport and the Monterey Peninsula Airport, both have a range of standard accommodation options nearby.
Conveniently located at the Monterey Peninsula Airport, the Comfort Inn provides amenities such as wireless Internet, parking, business services and hot breakfast are all included in a night’s stay. The nearby Fremont Street also has a variety of basic hotels and motels for those looking to overnight close to the airport.
Other big name hotel and motel chains are located along North First Street just off Skyport Drive, which is just minutes from the San Jose International Airport.
HOTELS & MOTELS BY THE SANTA CRUZ BEACH BOARDWALK
Many of the city's hotels and motels are found close to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Those who’d prefer to be within walking distance of the beach and the surf will most likely prefer to find accommodation here.
The Santa Cruz Dream Inn is a full-service beachfront hotel offering visitors stunning views of the ocean from retro-chic rooms. Meeting the needs of a variety of guests, the Dream Inn offers everything from a children’s wading pool to a 24-hour business center. The on-site restaurant, Aquarius, is a great place to grab a quick and healthy snack before hitting the beach or a creative cocktail before a night out on the town.
Other accommodations near the boardwalk include the Ocean Pacific Lodge and a number of reasonably priced hotels all offering standard amenities.
DOWNTOWN HOTELS & MOTELS
Surf City’s city center has an array of places to stay. Familiar chains are located on Ocean Street, which is close to two large shopping centers, and everything from satellite television to continental breakfast are included in the room rate.
For visitors who are looking for more of a unique lodging experience, the Hind Victorian Guest House is a rather unexpected surprise in this laid-back beach town. With claw-foot tubs and ornate four-poster beds, this historic inn offers guests standard amenities as well as the use of common rooms, such as the parlor and the kitchen, for those who would prefer to cook a meal or two for themselves.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz East
Relish the comforts of home while staying at this upscale hotel!
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk Area
Conveniently located just one block from the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk!
