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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$225 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$225
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
great breakfast

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$218 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$218
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,231 reviews)
Clean and quiet.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 out of 5
1410 Ocean Street Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$215 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$215
27 Apr - 28 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,190 reviews)
Best the staff

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

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Beachview Inn
2 out of 5
50 Front St Santa Cruz CA
The price is AU$132 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$132
22 Apr - 23 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Location was amazing! Parking was easy even though at an incline.

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

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Mission Inn
2.5 out of 5
2250 Mission Street Santa Cruz CA
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The price is AU$211 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$211
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
The inn was clean and comfortable. It is on a busy street but we were not bothered by the noise. The breakfast was basic but satisfying. The rooms were comfortable to stay in. This inn is on the north end of Santa Cruz close to Natural Bridges State Park.

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

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Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
2.5 out of 5
500 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$207 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$207
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
There were ants in my room. Staff was great and gave us another room. However, that room had a used rag on the floor of the shower. So, I won’t be staying there again,

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3 out of 5
2956 Mission St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$205 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$205
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Love this spot, and stay here on quick trips along the coast.

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 out of 5
2424 Mission Street Santa Cruz CA
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The price is AU$210 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$210
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (648 reviews)
wonderful experience with Serena at the front desk! nice clean room. great overall!

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

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Hitching Post Studios Inn
2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz CA
The price is AU$125 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$125
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (346 reviews)
Danny at the front desk was very accommodating. Not a bad little no-frills property. Good for a quick crash.

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

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Cliff Crest Bed & Breakfast
2.5 out of 5
407 Cliff St Santa Cruz CA
8.2/10 Very Good! (78 reviews)
Staying at a historically famous house was the highlight of our trip. The owners were wonderful and gracious hosts and did everything possible to make our stay as well as possible. We would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Santa Cruz?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Santa Cruz gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


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Are gay-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz fully refundable?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.

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