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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 modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

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.
￥18,534
￥21,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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 red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

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 spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.
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 Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

4. 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 15 - Nov 16
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

5. 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 coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

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 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 desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.
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 modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

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 hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.
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 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.

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 modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥18,534
￥21,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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 hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."
A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.
A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

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 red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

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 building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

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 wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
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.

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 kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
￥14,379
￥17,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Mission Inn
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
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 hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

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 bar area with a curved granite countertop, multiple bar stools, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
￥15,960
￥18,406 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 self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.
A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.
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.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.
A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
￥17,367
￥20,110 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 modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥18,534
￥21,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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 desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.
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 multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥18,534
￥21,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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 building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

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 modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

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 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.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

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 coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

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 large, white, multi-story estate surrounded by dense forest, with a well-maintained lawn and a circular driveway.
A man and a woman standing in a hallway with a patterned floor and a staircase with geometric designs.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and a television.

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 hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

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 wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
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.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

8/10 Good
"Everything was great. The lady who checked us in was very kind and communicative. The breakfast staff was on it, food was excellent! Rooms were well maintained and comfortable, staff did a great job making it feel hospitable. Only negative is the desk lady in the morning. I asked if she can check if fees of booking through 3rd party is more expensive than going through holiday inn directly, she had no desire in helping out and simply said “you can check on line”. I left it alone, just figured she wasn’t having a good morning. Other than that I would stay at this location in the future and recommend it to others. Thank you."
Christopher 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and property smelled nice"
Katherine 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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 2 days ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Convinent location. Updated rooms"
Vynessa 1-night trip
Posted 4 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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