Best Family Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz
Sea & Sand Inn
- 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.
Sea & Sand Inn
- 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.
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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 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.
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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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.
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Popular choice
Surf City Inn & Suites
- 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.
Surf City Inn & Suites
- 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.
Best Luxury Family Hotels Santa Cruz
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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Beach access
Edgewater Beach Inn
- 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.
Edgewater Beach Inn
- 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.
5 Star Family Hotels 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
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.
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- 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.
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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
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.
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
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.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- 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.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- 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.
Affordable Family Hotels Santa Cruz
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Great deal
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- 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.
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- 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.
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
- 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.
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
- 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.
The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose
- 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.
The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose
- 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.
Family Hotels All Inclusive Santa Cruz
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Guest favorite
The Quail Lodge
- 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.
The Quail Lodge
- 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.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Andril Fireplace Cottages
- 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.
Andril Fireplace Cottages
- 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.
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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