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1. Sea & Sand Inn

2. Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

3. Surf City Inn & Suites

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

Best Luxury Family Hotels Santa Cruz

5. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

6. Edgewater Beach Inn

7. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

5 Star Family Hotels Santa Cruz

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

9. Chaminade Resort & Spa

10. Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Best Family Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz

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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 has 18 rooms and is located approximately a 20-minute walk from the Museum of Art and History. There is also a car park.

Dining options include Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge, which offers American cuisine and is located in close proximity to the Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz.

8.9
257 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 has 18 rooms and is located approximately a 20-minute walk from the Museum of Art and History. There is also a car park.

Dining options include Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge, which offers American cuisine and is located in close proximity to the Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz.

8.9
257 reviews
From US$ 354 / night
  • Beach access
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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

The comfortable Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz hotel is situated near the beach district of Santa Cruz, approximately 25 minutes' walk from Seabright State Sandy Beach. This 2-star smoke-free hotel features a sundeck, a picnic area, and a golf course as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.

You can taste Mexican food at Las Palmas Taco Bar, which is situated only a 5-minute stroll away.

7.7
1021 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

The comfortable Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz hotel is situated near the beach district of Santa Cruz, approximately 25 minutes' walk from Seabright State Sandy Beach. This 2-star smoke-free hotel features a sundeck, a picnic area, and a golf course as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.

You can taste Mexican food at Las Palmas Taco Bar, which is situated only a 5-minute stroll away.

7.7
1021 reviews
From US$ 108 / night
  • Popular choice
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Surf City Inn & Suites

619 Riverside Avenue
1.0 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Family rooms

Featuring 67 rooms, the 2-star Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is near a beach district and approximately a 20-minute walk from the Cowell Beach. Offering whale watching, this Santa Cruz hotel is right near the Beach Flats Community Garden.

Little Caesars is also 450 metres away.

7
1630 reviews
~ US$77 / night

Surf City Inn & Suites

1.0 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Family rooms

Surf City Inn & Suites

Featuring 67 rooms, the 2-star Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is near a beach district and approximately a 20-minute walk from the Cowell Beach. Offering whale watching, this Santa Cruz hotel is right near the Beach Flats Community Garden.

Little Caesars is also 450 metres away.

7
1630 reviews
From US$ 77 / night

Best Luxury Family Hotels Santa Cruz

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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

Situated approximately a 15-minute stroll from Natural Bridges State Beach, the 3-star smoke-free Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz welcomes guests with a convenience store and a storage for belongings. The hotel features 82 rooms in a popular area of Santa Cruz and lies 3.1 km from a place of cultural interest such as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

The neighbourhood features restaurants, including Humble Sea Brewing, which is within a 1-km distance of the hotel.

8.6
205 reviews
~ US$216 / 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

Situated approximately a 15-minute stroll from Natural Bridges State Beach, the 3-star smoke-free Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz welcomes guests with a convenience store and a storage for belongings. The hotel features 82 rooms in a popular area of Santa Cruz and lies 3.1 km from a place of cultural interest such as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

The neighbourhood features restaurants, including Humble Sea Brewing, which is within a 1-km distance of the hotel.

8.6
205 reviews
From US$ 216 / night
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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

Offering an ideal location approximately a 5-minute stroll from Central Park, the unique 3-star Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz boasts a fitness room, a spa salon. Located in the vicinity of a family-friendly spot such as Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, the luxury hotel has 80 rooms near a train station.

Breakfast options include yogurt, cereals, and waffles. The Buttery, situated 450 m from the Best Western Plus All Suites Inn, is a perfect place to enjoy French cuisine.

7.7
300 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

Offering an ideal location approximately a 5-minute stroll from Central Park, the unique 3-star Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz boasts a fitness room, a spa salon. Located in the vicinity of a family-friendly spot such as Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, the luxury hotel has 80 rooms near a train station.

Breakfast options include yogurt, cereals, and waffles. The Buttery, situated 450 m from the Best Western Plus All Suites Inn, is a perfect place to enjoy French cuisine.

7.7
300 reviews
From US$ 134 / night
  • Beach access
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Edgewater Beach Inn

525 Second Street
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Family rooms

Situated in the immediate vicinity of Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the comfortable Edgewater Beach Inn Santa Cruz offers spacious rooms, Wi-Fi, and private car parking. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, this Santa Cruz inn is nestled around a 5-minute ride from natural attractions like the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach.

At Ideal Bar & Grill, situated just 450 metres from the Edgewater Beach Inn Santa Cruz, you can taste American cuisine.

8.2
249 reviews
~ US$309 / night

Edgewater Beach Inn

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Family rooms

Edgewater Beach Inn

Situated in the immediate vicinity of Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the comfortable Edgewater Beach Inn Santa Cruz offers spacious rooms, Wi-Fi, and private car parking. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, this Santa Cruz inn is nestled around a 5-minute ride from natural attractions like the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach.

At Ideal Bar & Grill, situated just 450 metres from the Edgewater Beach Inn Santa Cruz, you can taste American cuisine.

8.2
249 reviews
From US$ 309 / night

5 Star Family Hotels Santa Cruz

  • Beach access
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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

The comfortable 4-star The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz, located just 1.5 km from the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. Featuring a private garden, this Santa Cruz hotel boasts a prime location to enjoy scenes of nature at the Neary Lagoon Park, approximately a 25-minute walk away.

7.1
728 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

The comfortable 4-star The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz, located just 1.5 km from the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. Featuring a private garden, this Santa Cruz hotel boasts a prime location to enjoy scenes of nature at the Neary Lagoon Park, approximately a 25-minute walk away.

7.1
728 reviews
From US$ 114 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
  • Beach access
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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

Offering a luggage room and a lobby area, the newly built Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca lies in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" and around 25 minutes' walk from the Cowell Beach. The 3-star hotel provides guests with Wi-Fi in public areas.

Guests can enjoy Southern-Italian dishes served in Upper Crust Pizza & Pasta located right near the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca.

7.9
235 reviews
~ US$216 / 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

Offering a luggage room and a lobby area, the newly built Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca lies in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" and around 25 minutes' walk from the Cowell Beach. The 3-star hotel provides guests with Wi-Fi in public areas.

Guests can enjoy Southern-Italian dishes served in Upper Crust Pizza & Pasta located right near the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca.

7.9
235 reviews
From US$ 216 / night
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Chaminade Resort & Spa

One Chaminade Lane
5.0 km (3.1 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Children's menu

Featuring a shared lounge and a heated pool, the 4-star Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz lies 6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Located near a motorway, the resort offers cribs and baby chairs for guests with kids.

You can also dine at the American-style View a Treeside restaurant, with local delicacies. The lounge bar has a happy hour and a TV along with sports drinks.

7.8
233 reviews
~ US$199 / night

Chaminade Resort & Spa

5.0 km (3.1 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Children's menu

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Featuring a shared lounge and a heated pool, the 4-star Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz lies 6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Located near a motorway, the resort offers cribs and baby chairs for guests with kids.

You can also dine at the American-style View a Treeside restaurant, with local delicacies. The lounge bar has a happy hour and a TV along with sports drinks.

7.8
233 reviews
From US$ 199 / night

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Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

337 Riverside Avenue
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Family rooms

The 2-star smoke-free Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features 8 air-conditioned rooms approximately 300 metres from the Mike Fox Skate Park. This Santa Cruz motel lies in an entertainment area, within reach of such cultural sights as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

The Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a mere 6 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, which serves delectable meals.

6.1
307 reviews
~ US$68 / night

Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Family rooms

Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

The 2-star smoke-free Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features 8 air-conditioned rooms approximately 300 metres from the Mike Fox Skate Park. This Santa Cruz motel lies in an entertainment area, within reach of such cultural sights as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

The Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a mere 6 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, which serves delectable meals.

6.1
307 reviews
From US$ 68 / night
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Best Western Inn Santa Cruz

126 Plymouth Street
1.5 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's buffet

Best Western Inn Santa Cruz includes air-conditioned rooms 5 minutes' walk from First United Pentecostal Church of Santa Cruz. This perfect inn features high-speed Internet access in public areas and a car park on site.

This Santa Cruz hotel serves fresh coffee, pastries, and eggs for breakfast. Offering American dishes, Denny's is 5 minutes' walk away.

7.2
171 reviews
~ US$144 / night

Best Western Inn Santa Cruz

1.5 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's buffet

Best Western Inn Santa Cruz

Best Western Inn Santa Cruz includes air-conditioned rooms 5 minutes' walk from First United Pentecostal Church of Santa Cruz. This perfect inn features high-speed Internet access in public areas and a car park on site.

This Santa Cruz hotel serves fresh coffee, pastries, and eggs for breakfast. Offering American dishes, Denny's is 5 minutes' walk away.

7.2
171 reviews
From US$ 144 / night

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The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose

3341 South Bascom Avenue
33.3 km (20.7 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cots

The 3-star boutique The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose features air-conditioned rooms 4.3 km from the Oak Meadow Park. This lovely hotel also provides guests with Wi-Fi, available in the rooms.

Guests will enjoy Italian cuisine of Al Castello Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria, which is around 5 minutes' walk away.

9
751 reviews
~ US$116 / night

The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose

33.3 km (20.7 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cots

The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose

The 3-star boutique The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose features air-conditioned rooms 4.3 km from the Oak Meadow Park. This lovely hotel also provides guests with Wi-Fi, available in the rooms.

Guests will enjoy Italian cuisine of Al Castello Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria, which is around 5 minutes' walk away.

9
751 reviews
From US$ 116 / night

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Hidden Valley Inn

102 West Carmel Valley Road
60.5 km (37.6 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • Concierge desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Family rooms

Featuring a boutique shop and a restaurant, the smoke-free Hidden Valley Inn Carmel Valley lies merely 7 minutes' walk from the Cowgirl Winery. Located 2.5 km from Bernardus Lodge & Spa, the 3-star hotel also provides a golf course for guests who enjoy sports.

The Corkscrew Cafe is located next to Hidden Valley Inn and serves American dishes, a few moments from the property.

8.8
396 reviews
~ US$159 / night

Hidden Valley Inn

60.5 km (37.6 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • Concierge desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Family rooms

Hidden Valley Inn

Featuring a boutique shop and a restaurant, the smoke-free Hidden Valley Inn Carmel Valley lies merely 7 minutes' walk from the Cowgirl Winery. Located 2.5 km from Bernardus Lodge & Spa, the 3-star hotel also provides a golf course for guests who enjoy sports.

The Corkscrew Cafe is located next to Hidden Valley Inn and serves American dishes, a few moments from the property.

8.8
396 reviews
From US$ 159 / night
  • Guest favorite
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The Quail Lodge

8205 Valley Greens Drive
51.6 km (32.0 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Children's menu

The 4-star The Quail Lodge Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel, located within 7 km of the scenic Del Monte Golf Course, is proud to feature 18 holes of golf and 2 outdoor tennis courts. Boasting air-conditioned rooms with numerous modern amenities, this Carmel-by-the-Sea resort also provides guests with 6 meeting rooms featuring conference facilities and a photocopier.

Guests can also enjoy American specialities at the Lodge restaurant.

9.1
842 reviews
~ US$236 / night

The Quail Lodge

51.6 km (32.0 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Children's menu

The Quail Lodge

The 4-star The Quail Lodge Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel, located within 7 km of the scenic Del Monte Golf Course, is proud to feature 18 holes of golf and 2 outdoor tennis courts. Boasting air-conditioned rooms with numerous modern amenities, this Carmel-by-the-Sea resort also provides guests with 6 meeting rooms featuring conference facilities and a photocopier.

Guests can also enjoy American specialities at the Lodge restaurant.

9.1
842 reviews
From US$ 236 / night
  • Best-rated
  • Beach access
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Andril Fireplace Cottages

569 Asilomar Blvd
40.1 km (24.9 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Children's play area

The comfortable 3-star Andril Fireplace Cottages Pacific Grove hotel is located approximately 900 metres from Asilomar State Beach, offering 21 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a charging station for electric vehicles. Featuring a library, barbecue grills, and a golf course, the smoke-free hotel is about a 10-minute drive from Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall.

You can get a gastronomic experience at Phoebe's Cafe which offers American cuisine just around the corner from Andril Fireplace Cottages hotel.

9.4
242 reviews
~ US$280 / night

Andril Fireplace Cottages

40.1 km (24.9 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Children's play area

Andril Fireplace Cottages

The comfortable 3-star Andril Fireplace Cottages Pacific Grove hotel is located approximately 900 metres from Asilomar State Beach, offering 21 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a charging station for electric vehicles. Featuring a library, barbecue grills, and a golf course, the smoke-free hotel is about a 10-minute drive from Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall.

You can get a gastronomic experience at Phoebe's Cafe which offers American cuisine just around the corner from Andril Fireplace Cottages hotel.

9.4
242 reviews
From US$ 280 / 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, $
Sea & Sand Inn

8.9 / 10

(257 Reviews)

From 354$
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

7.7 / 10

(1021 Reviews)

From 108$
Surf City Inn & Suites

7.0 / 10

(1630 Reviews)

From 77$
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

8.6 / 10

(205 Reviews)

From 216$
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

7.7 / 10

(300 Reviews)

From 134$

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