Santa Cruz Hotel Guide - Family Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz, California

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Top Santa Cruz Family Friendly Hotels

Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The staff were very helpful and ready to help"
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
Rio Sands Hotel
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Exterior

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Very nice location! Will definitely stay here again! "
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby lounge

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Nice"
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Hotel Solares
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Solares

2.5 star property
6.6 out of 10, (1002)
"Staff nice "
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Hotel Solares
Aqua Breeze Inn
Aerial view

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Location was great near all the fun"
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Aqua Breeze Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Overall, we were very pleased for a two night stay with the property and its location."
The price is €283
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1135)
"Great clean well located and comfortable "
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Beach Retreat blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit .The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms
Beach nearby, sun-loungers

Beach Retreat blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit .The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (180)
"The accommodations were superpb and as promised! The hot tub was especially welcoming, and enjoyable for all ages. The location close to the beach was what drew us to this house. We had a great time at the tide pools! We also enjoyed going to the nearby Boardwalk. All in all this was a stellar stay which we hope to repeat!"
Beach Retreat blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit .The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms
Beautiful View...and 5 Houses from Boardwalk!
Pool

Beautiful View...and 5 Houses from Boardwalk!

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (249)
"We stayed for a week and enjoyed our time there - short walk to boardwalk and easy river path to downtown. Host great and easy to work with."
Beautiful View...and 5 Houses from Boardwalk!
Surf City Inn and Suites
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1003)
"Booked a trip Room was nice and clean. The only call I had was that the door was letting a lot of air and it was cold but other than that everything was great."
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Surf City Inn and Suites
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Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Cruz like for family-friendly holidays?
The walkable destination of Santa Cruz is a great choice if you’ve been thinking about a holiday with the children. The cycling trails, beaches and campsites are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Arrange a flight into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it’s a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices to stay with the children include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Comfort Inn Santa Cruz.
How many family hotels will I find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 10 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in Santa Cruz.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Cruz?
While you and your family are staying in Santa Cruz, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Ocean Street, Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Wharf. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Cowell’s Beach.