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Top Santa Cruz LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$393 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$393
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"It was perfect and the food was great"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
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The price is AU$364 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$364
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,294 reviews)
"The art and furniture in the lobby is so unique and is changed regularly. It was my 4th time here in the last two years and it just seems to be so loved by the staff and management"

Reviewed on 27 June 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$297 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$297
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,221 reviews)
"I liked there was brakefast. I would like to have spanish help due to my poor spanish"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

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Beachview Inn
2 out of 5
50 Front St Santa Cruz CA
The price is AU$212 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$212
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean. Simple."

Reviewed on 27 June 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$258 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$258
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Good price. Nice location for The Catalyst. Clean. Spacious. Upstairs breakfast."

Reviewed on 27 June 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$252 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$252
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice. The best"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3 out of 5
2956 Mission St Santa Cruz CA
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The price is AU$295 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$295
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay at the Fairfield! Property was clean, well maintained, and staff was great!"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

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Rio Vista Suites
3 out of 5
611 Third Street Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$227 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$227
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely recommended. Awesome and friendly staff Super clean property"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 out of 5
1505 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
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The price is AU$325 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$325
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
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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$285 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$285
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (677 reviews)
"We came in from Georgia. The first night we were up most of the night due to being right by the road and we heard nothing but cars, trucks and motorcycles ALL NIGHT. It was terrible. The next morning I had mentioned it to the staff at the front seat and he said,”next time you come here ask for a ..."

Reviewed on 27 June 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.


Why should I book a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz with Expedia?


Booking with Expedia makes your holiday planning easier than ever before. Not only will you be able to enjoy a massive selection of gay-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz, but you can also book a flight as well. In fact, booking both through Expedia may even unlock some additional savings. Plus, you can take advantage of the Expedia Rewards program. Joining is completely free, and every booking earns you points that you can redeem later for additional discounts. Plus, you'll enjoy deep discounts on certain hotels simply by being a member.


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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