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1. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Sea & Sand Inn

All-inclusive family hotels in Santa Cruz

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

6. West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

7. Pacific Blue Inn

Family hotels in Santa Cruz with swimming pool

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

9. La Bahia Hotel & Spa

10. Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

Best Family hotels in Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

407 Broadway Ave
1.0 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

The comfortable Hyatt Place Santa Cruz hotel, located around 500 metres from Shopper's Corner, features an ATM and a lift. The 3-star smoke-free hotel is in Downtown Santa Cruz with vintage clothing stores, cafes and galleries, approximately 2 km from such natural sights as the sporty Harvey West Park.

Guests can enjoy time in the lounge bar. Golden Palace serves various kinds of Chinese dishes a few moments from Hyatt Place Santa Cruz hotel.

8.7
713 reviews
~ US$127 / night

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

1.0 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

The comfortable Hyatt Place Santa Cruz hotel, located around 500 metres from Shopper's Corner, features an ATM and a lift. The 3-star smoke-free hotel is in Downtown Santa Cruz with vintage clothing stores, cafes and galleries, approximately 2 km from such natural sights as the sporty Harvey West Park.

Guests can enjoy time in the lounge bar. Golden Palace serves various kinds of Chinese dishes a few moments from Hyatt Place Santa Cruz hotel.

8.7
713 reviews
From US$ 127 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

1505 Ocean Street
1.5 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Family rooms

Providing 42 rooms, the 3-star Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is nestled approximately a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River. The hotel provides guests with Wi-Fi in public areas.

Guests can try American dishes at the bakery Ferrell's Donut Shop located around 5 minutes' walk away.

8.8
198 reviews
~ US$176 / night

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

1.5 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Family rooms

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Providing 42 rooms, the 3-star Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is nestled approximately a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River. The hotel provides guests with Wi-Fi in public areas.

Guests can try American dishes at the bakery Ferrell's Donut Shop located around 5 minutes' walk away.

8.8
198 reviews
From US$ 176 / night
  • Guest favorite
  • Beach access
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

550 2Nd Street
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    US$ 25 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Cots

Situated in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, the comfortable La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz features a vending machine and a lift.

8.6
1197 reviews
~ US$201 / night

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • 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

Situated in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, the comfortable La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz features a vending machine and a lift.

8.6
1197 reviews
From US$ 201 / night

All-inclusive family hotels in Santa Cruz

Sea & Sand Inn Sea & Sand Inn

Sea & Sand Inn

201 West Cliff Drive
1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Terrace
  • Family rooms

Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz is located in the Cowell Beach district with views of the sea.

The seafood restaurant Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge is located around 300 metres away.

9
289 reviews
~ US$354 / night

Sea & Sand Inn

1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Terrace
  • Family rooms

Sea & Sand Inn

Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz is located in the Cowell Beach district with views of the sea.

The seafood restaurant Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge is located around 300 metres away.

9
289 reviews
From US$ 354 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
  • Beach access
Dream Inn Santa Cruz Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 West Cliff Drive
1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Family rooms

The upscale Dream Inn Santa Cruz enjoys a beachfront location about 5 minutes' walk from Cowell's Beach Surf Shop and offers 165 rooms with views of the patio. Offering diving, boating, and archery in the area, this 4-star upscale hotel lies merely 250 metres from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, and not far from Neary Lagoon Park.

Drinks are available at the pool bar. The seafood restaurant Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge is located right near Dream Inn Santa Cruz.

8.7
673 reviews
~ US$222 / night

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Family rooms

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

The upscale Dream Inn Santa Cruz enjoys a beachfront location about 5 minutes' walk from Cowell's Beach Surf Shop and offers 165 rooms with views of the patio. Offering diving, boating, and archery in the area, this 4-star upscale hotel lies merely 250 metres from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, and not far from Neary Lagoon Park.

Drinks are available at the pool bar. The seafood restaurant Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge is located right near Dream Inn Santa Cruz.

8.7
673 reviews
From US$ 222 / night
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

174 W Cliff Dr
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Board games

Located in the Cowell Beach district and approximately a 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the 4-star West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Santa Cruz features a sundeck, a picnic area, and a golf course. The inn provides guests with Wi-Fi in public areas.

Serving a wide assortment of dishes, Aquarius is within 5 minutes' walk of West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn.

8.9
236 reviews
~ US$299 / night

West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Board games

West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Located in the Cowell Beach district and approximately a 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the 4-star West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Santa Cruz features a sundeck, a picnic area, and a golf course. The inn provides guests with Wi-Fi in public areas.

Serving a wide assortment of dishes, Aquarius is within 5 minutes' walk of West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn.

8.9
236 reviews
From US$ 299 / night

Family hotels in Santa Cruz with swimming pool

  • Top location
Pacific Blue Inn Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

636 Pacific Avenue
0.8 km (0.5 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    US$ 15 per day
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Situated around a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River, the 4-star Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz includes 9 rooms. The hotel entices guests with a sunbathing terrace, a courtyard, and a golf course as well as views of the garden.

Saturn Cafe, located just near this environmentally friendly hotel, serves American cuisine to satisfy every taste.

8.5
323 reviews
~ US$149 / night

Pacific Blue Inn

0.8 km (0.5 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    US$ 15 per day
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Pacific Blue Inn

Situated around a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River, the 4-star Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz includes 9 rooms. The hotel entices guests with a sunbathing terrace, a courtyard, and a golf course as well as views of the garden.

Saturn Cafe, located just near this environmentally friendly hotel, serves American cuisine to satisfy every taste.

8.5
323 reviews
From US$ 149 / night
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

2956 Mission Street
2.9 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Children's menu

The 3-star smoke-free Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz offers quick access to moore creek preserve, situated merely a 5-minute walk away. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, this Santa Cruz hotel also has amenities such as a convenience store and luggage storage.

West End Tap and Kitchen serves a good range of American food and lies in proximity to this Santa Cruz hotel.

8.5
187 reviews
~ US$134 / night

Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

2.9 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • 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 3-star smoke-free Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz offers quick access to moore creek preserve, situated merely a 5-minute walk away. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, this Santa Cruz hotel also has amenities such as a convenience store and luggage storage.

West End Tap and Kitchen serves a good range of American food and lies in proximity to this Santa Cruz hotel.

8.5
187 reviews
From US$ 134 / night
  • Beach access
La Bahia Hotel & Spa La Bahia Hotel & Spa

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

215 Beach Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Cots

The 5-star La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz features 151 rooms and lies merely a 5-minute walk from the historic Looff Carousel. The hotel with an American-style restaurant is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district with views of the city.

This comfortable hotel boasts Low Tide restaurant with American cuisine.

9.1
160 reviews
~ US$484 / night

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Cots

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

The 5-star La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz features 151 rooms and lies merely a 5-minute walk from the historic Looff Carousel. The hotel with an American-style restaurant is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district with views of the city.

This comfortable hotel boasts Low Tide restaurant with American cuisine.

9.1
160 reviews
From US$ 484 / night

Luxury hotels in Santa Cruz

  • Great deal
  • Beach access
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

130 West Cliff Drive
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Family rooms

Offering 27 rooms, the 2-star Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz hotel is near an entertainment district and merely 13 minutes' walk from Museum of Art and History. Located not far from Sanctuary Exploration Center, this Santa Cruz hotel faces the ocean and features a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course.

Ideal Bar & Grill serves American cuisine and is located within easy reach of the Howard Johnson Santa Cruz.

7.7
1057 reviews
~ US$108 / night

Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Family rooms

Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

Offering 27 rooms, the 2-star Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz hotel is near an entertainment district and merely 13 minutes' walk from Museum of Art and History. Located not far from Sanctuary Exploration Center, this Santa Cruz hotel faces the ocean and features a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course.

Ideal Bar & Grill serves American cuisine and is located within easy reach of the Howard Johnson Santa Cruz.

7.7
1057 reviews
From US$ 108 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
  • Beach access
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

2424 Mission Street
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

The smoke-free Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca enjoys an ideal location, 2.6 km from places of worship like Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, and provides guests with a lobby area and luggage storage. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms, so that you can stay connected.

Tam's Restaurant is only a few steps from the hotel and specialises in Asian cuisine.

7.9
211 reviews
~ US$282 / night

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's menu

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

The smoke-free Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca enjoys an ideal location, 2.6 km from places of worship like Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, and provides guests with a lobby area and luggage storage. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms, so that you can stay connected.

Tam's Restaurant is only a few steps from the hotel and specialises in Asian cuisine.

7.9
211 reviews
From US$ 282 / night
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

500 Ocean Street
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    US$ 15 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's buffet

The 3-star smoke-free Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz gives quick access to Shopper's Corner, situated merely a 5-minute walk away. Enjoy spacious rooms and housekeeping service and a self-serve laundry at this Santa Cruz hotel.

Sample Asian specialties at Sala Thai located just steps from the property.

7.5
333 reviews
~ US$134 / night

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • 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

The 3-star smoke-free Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz gives quick access to Shopper's Corner, situated merely a 5-minute walk away. Enjoy spacious rooms and housekeeping service and a self-serve laundry at this Santa Cruz hotel.

Sample Asian specialties at Sala Thai located just steps from the property.

7.5
333 reviews
From US$ 134 / night

5-star family hotels in Santa Cruz

  • Beach access
The Aqua Pacific Hotel The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

330 Ocean Street
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Family rooms

Located a mere 1.3 km from the arts theater "Rio Theatre", the comfortable The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz offers access to tourist attractions throughout Santa Cruz. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms, so that you can stay connected.

Little Caesars and 7-Eleven are adjacent to The Aqua Pacific Hotel.

7.2
784 reviews
~ US$114 / night

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Family rooms

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Located a mere 1.3 km from the arts theater "Rio Theatre", the comfortable The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz offers access to tourist attractions throughout Santa Cruz. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms, so that you can stay connected.

Little Caesars and 7-Eleven are adjacent to The Aqua Pacific Hotel.

7.2
784 reviews
From US$ 114 / night

Family Hotels near Santa Cruz

  • Best-rated
The Cottages Hotel The Cottages Hotel

The Cottages Hotel

1704 El Camino Real
55.9 km (34.7 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The boutique The Cottages Hotel Menlo Park is situated in the centre of Menlo Park about 25 minutes' walk from Pace Art and Technology. Boasting a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness centre, this 3-star hotel offers access to the private Hewlett Packard Garage Museum, which is 3.8 km away.

Enjoy Mexican cuisine in the restaurant Celia's Mexican Restaurant, situated around 5 minutes' walk away.

9.4
309 reviews
~ US$166 / night

The Cottages Hotel

55.9 km (34.7 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The Cottages Hotel

The boutique The Cottages Hotel Menlo Park is situated in the centre of Menlo Park about 25 minutes' walk from Pace Art and Technology. Boasting a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness centre, this 3-star hotel offers access to the private Hewlett Packard Garage Museum, which is 3.8 km away.

Enjoy Mexican cuisine in the restaurant Celia's Mexican Restaurant, situated around 5 minutes' walk away.

9.4
309 reviews
From US$ 166 / night
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley

656 America Center Court
50.1 km (31.1 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's play area

Located within 25 minutes' walk of the American Levi's Football Stadium, the comfortable Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley offers general facilities such as a lift and a vending machine.

For Delhi cuisine, try Rosita's DE Basilio Deli & Mkt which is just 1 km away.

9.3
244 reviews
~ US$131 / night

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley

50.1 km (31.1 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's play area

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley

Located within 25 minutes' walk of the American Levi's Football Stadium, the comfortable Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley offers general facilities such as a lift and a vending machine.

For Delhi cuisine, try Rosita's DE Basilio Deli & Mkt which is just 1 km away.

9.3
244 reviews
From US$ 131 / night

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

(713 Reviews)

From 127$
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

8.8 / 10

(198 Reviews)

From 176$
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

8.6 / 10

(1197 Reviews)

From 201$
Sea & Sand Inn

9.0 / 10

(289 Reviews)

From 354$
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8.7 / 10

(673 Reviews)

From 222$

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