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Our top choices for Santa Cruz family-friendly hotels

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Family adventures await at this freshly remodeled hotel, with a sparkling outdoor pool and boardwalk thrills just minutes away.
￥18,668
￥21,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.
A patio with a glass table, metal chairs, and a vase with flowers.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a parking lot and amusement park structures.

2. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
￥13,008
￥15,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Carousel Beach Inn
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
￥50,684
￥65,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A balcony with a wooden table and chairs overlooking a beach and pier.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Kids will love splashing at the beachfront pool while parents unwind overlooking the sea at this ocean-view family resort.
￥30,920
￥35,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

5. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Splash into family fun at this Santa Cruz gem, where kids can dive into poolside play while parents relax in the sun-drenched courtyard.
￥18,534
￥21,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

6. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
￥13,441
￥15,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Edgewater Beach Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror, and a picture of palm trees on the wall.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
￥18,213
￥21,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Marea Sol Hotel
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a unicorn float, a beach ball, and a drink on a table.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

8. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Dive into family fun with a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and premium in-room entertainment for all ages just minutes from the beach.
￥19,922
￥23,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, vanity, and toilet.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

9. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Seasonal outdoor pool and free breakfast create a splash for families within a short drive to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
￥19,766
￥22,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A swimming pool with a red border, blue chairs, and a water slide.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and vanity.

10. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Splash into a world of family fun at this Santa Cruz retreat near the beach with outdoor pool, hot tub, and kid-friendly amenities.
￥14,683
￥16,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
Water park

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥18,668
￥21,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
￥15,436
￥17,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
￥13,008
￥15,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Carousel Beach Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
￥19,922
￥23,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
￥14,683
￥16,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
￥14,379
￥17,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Mission Inn
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A breakfast bar with a variety of food options including cereal, fruit, yogurt, eggs, and milk.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
￥19,766
￥22,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.
A bar area with a curved granite countertop, multiple bar stools, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
￥16,718
￥19,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.
A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
￥18,534
￥21,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
￥16,594
￥19,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥18,668
￥21,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
￥18,213
￥21,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Marea Sol Hotel
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥18,534
￥21,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
￥19,922
￥23,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥30,920
￥35,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
￥11,615
￥15,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.
A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
￥13,441
￥15,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Edgewater Beach Inn
A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and a television.
An outdoor dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a covered pergola with a view of the forest.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses, a tennis court, and a swimming pool.
A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
￥19,868
￥30,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A breakfast bar with a variety of food options including cereal, fruit, yogurt, eggs, and milk.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
￥19,766
￥22,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
￥14,683
￥16,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Super clean!!! Love it"
Alexandra 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"We had a wonderful stay! Everything was great, and the front desk receptionist was very friendly and accommodating. My only suggestion would be to provide regular-sized pillows instead of the small throw-style pillows. Other than that, everything was excellent."
Candelaria 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"This was a great room to celebrate my daughter’s first trip (and as a teenager) to The Beach Boardwalk!! Beautiful views of the ocean, boardwalk at night, and easily walkable to all the things you want to do."
Michele 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo

8/10 Good
"Great place and convenient location. Staff was very nice."
John 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Inn At Pasatiempo
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Convinent location. Updated rooms"
Vynessa 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Mission Inn

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?
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley 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 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.
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 Harbor and Swift Street Courtyard.

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