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Our top choices for Santa Cruz boutique hotels

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Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton

Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Cupertino
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"clean rooms"
United States
Shivani
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reception

The Domain Hotel

The Domain Hotel
4.0 star property
Ponderosa Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,601 reviews)
"Great stay, clean and comfy, bathrooms can be updated. Good breakfast, beautiful amenities and lobby."
United States
Noor
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
The Domain Hotel
Golf view

CordeValle

CordeValle
5.0 star property
San Martin
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"Wonderful stay "
United States
Michelle
The price is AU$952
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
CordeValle
Front of property

Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
3.0 star property
Mountain View
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,282 reviews)
"Breakfast was good and the room was clean and great parkign."
United States
ophelia
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
View from room

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Loved our stay here - beautiful gardens and ponds made it a unique experience c"
United States
Anna
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Interior

Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill
5.0 star property
Menlo Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (290 reviews)
"Amazing "
United States
Maria
The price is AU$1,680
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
Rosewood Sand Hill
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Location is great for convenient walk to downtown or quick drive to the Boardwalk. Lobby has a friendly, fun, seemingly quintessential Santa Cruz vibe with art installations, games, drinks, fresh dog treats, and friendly staff. The pool and hot tub area have plenty of room for multiple guests to use until 10pm, unlike most hotels in Santa Cruz. There were a lot of kids this holiday weekend, but we’ve been here when there were more adults as well. Staff are available everywhere, but never hovering. We enjoyed the breakfast twice. They made all of our dishes with gluten free substitutions and separated other allergens for us, so we could enjoy eggs Benedict, French toast, and an egg sandwich (which is a rarity, so this was such a win!!) The room was comfortable, beds were great. The fan/AC in our room could use a tuneup, as it felt like the moisture in the air didn’t fully dry after showers and hanging wet beach towels in the bathroom. We’ll be back."
Kristina 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
The beaches, sporting events and surfing are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area. Activities and attractions to experience around Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Monterey Bay and Ocean Street. You might also like to explore more of the area and take in additional sights like Pacific Avenue, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Santa Cruz Main Beach while you're here.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Santa Cruz?
Getting an idea of what to expect from the weather in Santa Cruz is important when planning your trip. 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 the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Santa Cruz?
You have a few options for getting to Santa Cruz. The closest major airport is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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