Best Hotels that Allow Pets in Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Pet amenities available
The 2-star Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz hotel is about 15 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Main Beach and offers an outdoor swimming pool. Located 3.2 km from a convenient place to shop such as the East Cliff Village Shopping Center, this Santa Cruz motel provides 55 rooms.
Overlooking the inner courtyard, some rooms at the property feature a stone fireplace furnished with a sofa bed. Guests can make use of coffee and tea makers, and relax with a flat-screen cable TV.
Ocean Pacific Lodge
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Pet amenities available
Ocean Pacific Lodge
The 2-star Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz hotel is about 15 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Main Beach and offers an outdoor swimming pool. Located 3.2 km from a convenient place to shop such as the East Cliff Village Shopping Center, this Santa Cruz motel provides 55 rooms.
Overlooking the inner courtyard, some rooms at the property feature a stone fireplace furnished with a sofa bed. Guests can make use of coffee and tea makers, and relax with a flat-screen cable TV.
Surf City Inn & Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Situated around 20 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the smoke-free Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz features Wi-Fi in the rooms, and parking on site. This 2-star motel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from such natural sights as the Harvey West Park.
Staying at the accommodation, you may choose from one of the 67 rooms featuring complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as essentials such as climate control. These rooms at this hotel also feature carpeted floors. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with such comforts as toiletries and towels.
Surf City Inn & Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Surf City Inn & Suites
Situated around 20 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the smoke-free Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz features Wi-Fi in the rooms, and parking on site. This 2-star motel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from such natural sights as the Harvey West Park.
Staying at the accommodation, you may choose from one of the 67 rooms featuring complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as essentials such as climate control. These rooms at this hotel also feature carpeted floors. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with such comforts as toiletries and towels.
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Beach access
Hotel Solares
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Offering a patio and a picnic area, the smoke-free Hotel Solares Santa Cruz lies in a prime touristic area of Santa Cruz, only a 13-minute walk from the Tea House Spa and 3.8 km from the UCSC Arboretum. Highlights at this 2-star hotel include a lift and free newspapers as well as high-speed Internet access throughout the property.
This Santa Cruz hotel invites you to 147 rooms, some of which have a spacious interior with a carpeted floor. Other comforts include blackout curtains and an ironing board along with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your entertainment. Equipped with a roll-in shower and a separate toilet, the spacious bathrooms offer bath sheets.
Hotel Solares
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Hotel Solares
Offering a patio and a picnic area, the smoke-free Hotel Solares Santa Cruz lies in a prime touristic area of Santa Cruz, only a 13-minute walk from the Tea House Spa and 3.8 km from the UCSC Arboretum. Highlights at this 2-star hotel include a lift and free newspapers as well as high-speed Internet access throughout the property.
This Santa Cruz hotel invites you to 147 rooms, some of which have a spacious interior with a carpeted floor. Other comforts include blackout curtains and an ironing board along with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your entertainment. Equipped with a roll-in shower and a separate toilet, the spacious bathrooms offer bath sheets.
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
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Car park
US$ 35 per stay
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Offering a lobby area, the smoke-free Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz lies in the entertainment district of Santa Cruz, about a 15-minute walk from the To Honor Surfing Monument and 250 metres from the Cowell's Beach Surf Shop. Located right around the corner from Swimming Dolphins, this 4-star inn offers a lounge bar, a summer terrace, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course.
Furnished with a writing table, some of the 28 rooms feature an iron and ironing board, and an air conditioner along with complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are also complete with coffee and tea making machines, and glassware. The private bathrooms are appointed with a separate toilet, and such comforts as bath sheets and bathrobes. Guests can also enjoy patio views.
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
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Car park
US$ 35 per stay
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
Offering a lobby area, the smoke-free Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz lies in the entertainment district of Santa Cruz, about a 15-minute walk from the To Honor Surfing Monument and 250 metres from the Cowell's Beach Surf Shop. Located right around the corner from Swimming Dolphins, this 4-star inn offers a lounge bar, a summer terrace, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course.
Furnished with a writing table, some of the 28 rooms feature an iron and ironing board, and an air conditioner along with complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are also complete with coffee and tea making machines, and glassware. The private bathrooms are appointed with a separate toilet, and such comforts as bath sheets and bathrobes. Guests can also enjoy patio views.
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Best-rated
Pacific Blue Inn
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Located merely 6 minutes' walk from the Well Within Spa, the environmentally friendly Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz offers 9 rooms with views of the garden. Offering ping-pong, pool, and darts in the area, this 4-star hotel lies a mere 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, and a short way from the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster.
Featuring complimentary wireless internet and an iPod dock, the allergy-friendly rooms are furnished with a stone fireplace. A separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and bath sheets, are featured.
Pacific Blue Inn
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Pacific Blue Inn
Located merely 6 minutes' walk from the Well Within Spa, the environmentally friendly Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz offers 9 rooms with views of the garden. Offering ping-pong, pool, and darts in the area, this 4-star hotel lies a mere 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, and a short way from the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster.
Featuring complimentary wireless internet and an iPod dock, the allergy-friendly rooms are furnished with a stone fireplace. A separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and bath sheets, are featured.
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Beach access
Seaway Inn
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Sun loungers
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Located a mere 1.6 km from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach, the smoke-free Seaway Inn Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms a mere 8 minutes' walk from the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. This 3-star motel boasts views of the sea and offers Wi-Fi in public areas.
The rooms at the Seaway Inn include an ironing set and an air conditioner. Some of them comprise a patio and a balcony, furnished with a writing table. In-room entertainment includes complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, the rooms also have coffee/tea making facilities for self-catering. Bathrooms feature a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
Seaway Inn
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Sun loungers
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Seaway Inn
Located a mere 1.6 km from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach, the smoke-free Seaway Inn Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms a mere 8 minutes' walk from the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. This 3-star motel boasts views of the sea and offers Wi-Fi in public areas.
The rooms at the Seaway Inn include an ironing set and an air conditioner. Some of them comprise a patio and a balcony, furnished with a writing table. In-room entertainment includes complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, the rooms also have coffee/tea making facilities for self-catering. Bathrooms feature a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
Bay Front Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Offering a lobby area, the smoke-free Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz lies in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, just 11 minutes' walk from Laurel Park and 850 m from such cultural places of interest as the Museum of Art and History. The 2-star hotel features a sundeck and a picnic area as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.
Some of the 38 air-conditioned rooms at the Bay Front Inn are furnished with wardrobes and a writing table, and appointed with a microwave. An oven and kitchenware are available upon request.
Bay Front Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Bay Front Inn
Offering a lobby area, the smoke-free Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz lies in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, just 11 minutes' walk from Laurel Park and 850 m from such cultural places of interest as the Museum of Art and History. The 2-star hotel features a sundeck and a picnic area as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.
Some of the 38 air-conditioned rooms at the Bay Front Inn are furnished with wardrobes and a writing table, and appointed with a microwave. An oven and kitchenware are available upon request.
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Beach access
Aqua Breeze Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Sun terrace
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
The unpretentious Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz offers 27 rooms with proximity to San Lorenzo River, which is around a 5-minute walk from the property. With views of the ocean, this 2-star hotel is situated within reach of Swimming Dolphins and offers a summer terrace and various recreational opportunities.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms feature a plasma TV and premium movie channels as well as a microwave. They are furnished with king-size beds or double beds along with a sofa bed.
Aqua Breeze Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Sun terrace
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Aqua Breeze Inn
The unpretentious Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz offers 27 rooms with proximity to San Lorenzo River, which is around a 5-minute walk from the property. With views of the ocean, this 2-star hotel is situated within reach of Swimming Dolphins and offers a summer terrace and various recreational opportunities.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms feature a plasma TV and premium movie channels as well as a microwave. They are furnished with king-size beds or double beds along with a sofa bed.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 28 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Situated nearly 20 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the charming Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection Santa Cruz features Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking on site. The 4-star modern hotel offers a ballroom, 2.3 km from the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach", making it an attractive choice.
Looking onto the pool, the spacious rooms are appointed with an iron and climate control along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, there is a personal safe, coffee/tea making machines provided.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 28 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Situated nearly 20 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the charming Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection Santa Cruz features Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking on site. The 4-star modern hotel offers a ballroom, 2.3 km from the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach", making it an attractive choice.
Looking onto the pool, the spacious rooms are appointed with an iron and climate control along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, there is a personal safe, coffee/tea making machines provided.
Continental Inn
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Situated approximately a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River, the 2-star Continental Inn Santa Cruz offers 46 rooms. Featuring a lift and a vending machine throughout the property, this hotel is located 2.1 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
The rooms at the Continental Inn Santa Cruz include an iron and climate control, as well as media facilities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Continental Inn
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Continental Inn
Situated approximately a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River, the 2-star Continental Inn Santa Cruz offers 46 rooms. Featuring a lift and a vending machine throughout the property, this hotel is located 2.1 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
The rooms at the Continental Inn Santa Cruz include an iron and climate control, as well as media facilities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
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Beach access
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
The 4-star The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz, located merely 6 minutes on foot from Art League Inc-Santa Cruz, offers a seasonal outdoor pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. This Santa Cruz hotel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district, only 1.8 km from such natural sights as the Cowell Beach.
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
The 4-star The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz, located merely 6 minutes on foot from Art League Inc-Santa Cruz, offers a seasonal outdoor pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. This Santa Cruz hotel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district, only 1.8 km from such natural sights as the Cowell Beach.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
The 3-star Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz offers a prime setting 5 minutes' walk from Shopper's Corner and features 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up calls. Wi-Fi is offered in public areas and private parking is available on site.
This accommodation welcomes guests to 80 smoke-free rooms. Some of them come with complimentary wireless internet, a TV with cable and satellite channels along with a microwave. They offer sofa beds in the bedrooms. Bathrooms inlude a walk-in shower and a toilet, and such fine comforts as hair dryers and free toiletries.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
The 3-star Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz offers a prime setting 5 minutes' walk from Shopper's Corner and features 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up calls. Wi-Fi is offered in public areas and private parking is available on site.
This accommodation welcomes guests to 80 smoke-free rooms. Some of them come with complimentary wireless internet, a TV with cable and satellite channels along with a microwave. They offer sofa beds in the bedrooms. Bathrooms inlude a walk-in shower and a toilet, and such fine comforts as hair dryers and free toiletries.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pet amenities available
Located 6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the smoke-free Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz offers cribs and baby chairs. Offering a fence-around pool, this 4-star hotel also features a hot tub, a sauna, and locker rooms near a motorway.
Chaminade Resort & Spa features private bathrooms in the rooms.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pet amenities available
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Located 6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the smoke-free Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz offers cribs and baby chairs. Offering a fence-around pool, this 4-star hotel also features a hot tub, a sauna, and locker rooms near a motorway.
Chaminade Resort & Spa features private bathrooms in the rooms.
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Great deal
Motel Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Garden area
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Motel Santa Cruz is a 17-minute walk from the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. The motel offers 60 rooms and excellent services maintained by multilingual staff.
The rooms include an iron and air conditioning, along with such modern comforts as complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are also decorated with an elegant furniture. Bathrooms are fitted with a separate toilet and a shower as well as a hair dryer and towels. Staying at the Motel, guests can enjoy views of the city.
Motel Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Garden area
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Motel Santa Cruz
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Motel Santa Cruz is a 17-minute walk from the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. The motel offers 60 rooms and excellent services maintained by multilingual staff.
The rooms include an iron and air conditioning, along with such modern comforts as complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are also decorated with an elegant furniture. Bathrooms are fitted with a separate toilet and a shower as well as a hair dryer and towels. Staying at the Motel, guests can enjoy views of the city.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Located nearly 5 minutes' walk from West End Studio Theatre, the 3-star newly built Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca gives easy access to various tourist attractions. This Santa Cruz hotel offers place to stay with Wi-Fi in public areas.
There are 53 rooms equipped with an iron with ironing board along with modern facilities including complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
Located nearly 5 minutes' walk from West End Studio Theatre, the 3-star newly built Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca gives easy access to various tourist attractions. This Santa Cruz hotel offers place to stay with Wi-Fi in public areas.
There are 53 rooms equipped with an iron with ironing board along with modern facilities including complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Providing 42 rooms, the 2-star Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area is nestled around a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River. Boasting whale watching, this inn is located 2.9 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms are equipped with individual climate control, blackout curtains, and an ironing board, as well as media facilities such as complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are furnished with inviting decor. The private bathrooms are fitted with complimentary toiletries.
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
Providing 42 rooms, the 2-star Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area is nestled around a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River. Boasting whale watching, this inn is located 2.9 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms are equipped with individual climate control, blackout curtains, and an ironing board, as well as media facilities such as complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are furnished with inviting decor. The private bathrooms are fitted with complimentary toiletries.
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Beach access
Beach Lodge
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
- Sun loungers
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Beach Lodge Santa Cruz offers quick access to such tourist spots as the Blacks Beach, situated just a 5-minute walk away. Providing guests with Wi-Fi and a free private car park, the beachfront holiday home is 3.8 km from the Esplanade Park.
Bathroom facilities at Beach Lodge also include a separate toilet and a shower. Dryers and bath sheets are included to enhance your comfort.
Beach Lodge
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
- Sun loungers
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Beach Lodge
Beach Lodge Santa Cruz offers quick access to such tourist spots as the Blacks Beach, situated just a 5-minute walk away. Providing guests with Wi-Fi and a free private car park, the beachfront holiday home is 3.8 km from the Esplanade Park.
Bathroom facilities at Beach Lodge also include a separate toilet and a shower. Dryers and bath sheets are included to enhance your comfort.
Pleasure Point Surf Retreat
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Sun terrace
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Staying at Pleasure Point Surf Retreat Villa Santa Cruz, guests can visit the Corcoran Lagoon, which is about a 20-minute walk away.
The Santa Cruz property comes with a bathroom with a hot tub, a separate toilet, and a shower. Hairdryers and bath sheets are included for added comfort.
Pleasure Point Surf Retreat
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Sun terrace
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Pets allowed
Charges may apply
Pleasure Point Surf Retreat
Staying at Pleasure Point Surf Retreat Villa Santa Cruz, guests can visit the Corcoran Lagoon, which is about a 20-minute walk away.
The Santa Cruz property comes with a bathroom with a hot tub, a separate toilet, and a shower. Hairdryers and bath sheets are included for added comfort.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Pet Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Ocean Pacific Lodge |
8.2 / 10 (1073 Reviews) |
From 109$ | |
| Surf City Inn & Suites |
7.0 / 10 (1603 Reviews) |
From 77$ | |
| Hotel Solares |
7.1 / 10 (1766 Reviews) |
From 67$ | |
| Casablanca Inn On The Beach |
8.1 / 10 (1914 Reviews) |
From 365$ | |
| Pacific Blue Inn |
8.7 / 10 (361 Reviews) |
From 159$ |
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