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SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Two single beds with white linens, flat-screen TV, and desk area.
Welcome to SureStay by Best Western, a traditional hotel with a charming atmosphere.
Relax in comfort with a large flat-screen TV, plush armchairs, and a stylish vase of flowers.
Relax in style with a fireplace and flat-screen TV in our modern reception area.
Relax by the pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a deck.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
516 Water St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mystery Spot - 8 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mariannes Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬8 min walk

About this property

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Near Monterey Bay, SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a TV in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from March to October
Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Ramada Limited Hotel Santa Cruz
Ramada Limited Santa Cruz
Ramada Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Ramada
Ramada Limited Santa Cruz Water Street Hotel Santa Cruz
Ramada Limited Santa Cruz Hotel
Ramada Limited Santa Cruz
Surestay By Best Santa Cruz
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz Hotel
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM to 10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz?

As of 18 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz on 3 Aug 2025 start from AU$208.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is steps from Ocean Street and within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are also within 10 minutes.

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SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 227 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 159 out of 1004 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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