Family friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz, California

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Top Santa Cruz Family friendly Hotels

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"Had everything we needed for a comfortable stay with
family
"
Sarah
The price is P8,018
P9,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1140)
"This hotel is so beautiful and the customer service was excellent. The restaurant food was excellent! Our
family
really enjoyed ourselves. The rooms were so nice and clean, I just wish my view was not a parking lot. Other than that, this was a wonderful experience and I would recommend everyone I know to stay here."
Valerie
The price is P8,585
P9,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1064)
"Perfect location. Old hotel that needs some work/upgrades. Was noisy at times and we could hear our neighbors and people above us. Good for families that might not mind some noise and looked to be pet friendly."
Emma
The price is P7,059
P8,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Very nice accommodations and
family friendly
. Nice breakfast that
kids
enjoy as well! "
Breanne
The price is P10,100
P11,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1074)
"Friendly staff, friendly guests. Good ambient."
Eduardo
The price is P7,374
P8,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1096)
"Upon entry, I was greeted by three people, which is absolutely amazing. The staff is so friendly and kind and they reminded me about breakfast in the morning when I was checking in for my room the day before I love that I was able to contact the front desk at any time. The staff is absolutely amazing. The hotel is beautiful and clean. I will most likely stay here again and recommend my friends to come here."
M
The price is P8,640
P10,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Continental Inn

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"This hotel fit all of my
family
’s needs for our trip. Having a Chevron gas station right next door also helped. "
Ricardo
The price is P4,774
P6,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Continental Inn

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1016)
"We loved the pool. It was
kid friendly
and my daughter played in it for hours! "
Lisa
The price is P10,024
P11,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1203)
"Allandra was fantastic, we loved her courteousness, her help in obtaining our room & it's location, & assisting us with parking options. I would totally recommend this hotel. It has an area to sit with
family
or friends around a fire & a very nice pool. Everything is brand new. Loved our stay! Thank you Allandra. "
Kathlyn
The price is P12,861
P14,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Cruz like for family-friendly vacations?
The walkable destination of Santa Cruz is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with the kids. The biking trails, beaches, and camping sites are just some of the things that make this a good place for family vacations. Arrange a flight into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Santa Cruz?
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the kids include Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG and Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 11 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Santa Cruz.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Cruz?
While you and your family are staying in Santa Cruz, you might want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Street, and Pacific Avenue. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Santa Cruz Wharf and Cowell's Beach.