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Our top choices for Santa Cruz family-friendly hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Family adventures await at this freshly remodeled hotel, with a sparkling outdoor pool and boardwalk thrills just minutes away.
Rp3.179.402
Rp3.642.297 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Seasonal outdoor pool and free breakfast create a splash for families within a short drive to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Rp2.827.726
Rp3.247.734 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

3. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Splash into family fun at this Santa Cruz gem, where kids can dive into poolside play while parents relax in the sun-drenched courtyard.
Rp2.720.344
Rp3.127.257 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

4. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Dive into family fun with a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and premium in-room entertainment for all ages just minutes from the beach.
Rp3.024.593
Rp3.468.608 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

5. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Splash into a world of family fun at this Santa Cruz retreat near the beach with outdoor pool, hot tub, and kid-friendly amenities.
Rp1.990.146
Rp2.291.904 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

6. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
  • Family holiday dreams come alive at this beachside retreat with kiddie pool, hot tub, and fresh cookies daily.
Rp2.875.153
Rp3.295.338 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

7. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
  • Family-friendly holiday haven offers outdoor pool, hot tub, and spacious accommodation near Santa Cruz beaches.
Rp2.641.597
Rp3.012.490 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

8. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Kids will love splashing at the beachfront pool while parents unwind overlooking the sea at this ocean-view family resort.
Rp5.782.521
Rp6.562.866 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

9. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.846.702
Rp2.156.789 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carousel Beach Inn

10. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
Santa Cruz
Rp2.666.653
Rp3.050.902 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Inn At Pasatiempo
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
Water park

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.846.702
Rp2.156.789 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carousel Beach Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp3.179.402
Rp3.642.297 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.990.146
Rp2.291.904 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.720.344
Rp3.127.257 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp3.024.593
Rp3.468.608 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.827.726
Rp3.247.734 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
Rp1.962.406
Rp2.256.955 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
Rp2.641.597
Rp3.012.490 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
Rp2.875.153
Rp3.295.338 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
Rp2.626.922
Rp3.022.442 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.594.623
Rp2.065.050 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp3.179.402
Rp3.642.297 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp3.525.709
Rp4.030.762 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.990.146
Rp2.291.904 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.720.344
Rp3.127.257 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp3.024.593
Rp3.468.608 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.304.955
Rp2.671.106 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Edgewater Beach Inn

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.290.195
Rp1.597.143 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Surf City Inn and Suites

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
Rp1.962.406
Rp2.256.955 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
Rp2.641.597
Rp3.012.490 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"Rooms were clean but needed a good dusting. There was a lot of dust accumulated on the wall in the room we had. Very bad for people with allergies. Also, the pipes squealed something awful every time there was a shower in the room next to us. Other than that, our stay was pleasant"
Cheri 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Mission Inn
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good
"Overall the hotel is decent. The room was clean and spacious. The property is ok but could use some up-keep. Didn't care for the coffee from the machine in the lobby, it tasted like chemicals, maybe from the cleaning process."
Inez 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Solares
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"We had an excellent time by the pool on a saturday. The burgers were out of this world. Staff was very friendly and helpful."
Edgar 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful stay, staff was very kind and helpful I loved the location being close enough to walk to the boardwalk and to good restaurants! The 3 bed room stay was perfect for our family to all stay together. If we come back we will be booking at this hotel!"
Heather 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good
"Clean, comfortable easy access location. 5 min walk to beach. 2 blocks. Directly Accross from Depot park where there is many soccer games. This is a great location to stay if you are doing the SC triathlons. Pool a bit cool and hot tub was comfortable but not hot. Jets in both hot tubs were not working. Pool area was clean and pool towels are provided. The in room shower was huge with two shower heads. Breakfast place across the street is yummy but cash only."
Sarah 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed the stay. Great location away from crowded Santa Cruz."
Barbara 3-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was so friendly, super helpful and everything was amazing. Thoroughly enjoyed our experience and will definitely be coming back."
Marissa 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa

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?
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection 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 Ocean Pacific Lodge and Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North.
How many family hotels will I find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 11 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Santa Cruz Harbor and Pacific Garden Mall.

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