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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 hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
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.
￥21,277
￥24,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

2. 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.
￥20,600
￥23,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 balcony with a wooden table and chairs overlooking a beach and pier.
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.

3. 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.
￥39,531
￥45,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.
A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

4. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
￥41,192
￥55,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
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 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.

5. 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.
￥19,994
￥23,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a parking lot and amusement park structures.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
￥14,192
￥16,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Carousel Beach Inn
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
A rectangular swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Splash into Santa Cruz fun with poolside play, boardwalk adventures, and family comfort just five minutes from the beach.
￥11,657
￥15,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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".
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

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.
￥22,032
￥25,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A swimming pool with a red border, blue chairs, and a water slide.
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.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

9. 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.
￥15,038
￥17,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.
A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

10. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
￥21,843
￥25,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Seaway Inn
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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 hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
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
￥21,277
￥24,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
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
￥14,192
￥16,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Carousel Beach 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 hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
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
￥19,994
￥23,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 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.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
￥15,038
￥17,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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 hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
￥22,032
￥25,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
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.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
￥18,041
￥20,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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
￥20,741
￥23,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.
A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.
A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
￥16,653
￥19,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby
A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.
A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
￥15,401
￥17,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a large window with a view.
An indoor swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by tables and chairs under a covered area.
A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is part of the Howard Johnson network.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥17,579
￥20,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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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 hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
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
￥21,277
￥24,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
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
￥11,657
￥15,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
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".

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥20,600
￥23,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.
A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
￥13,484
￥15,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Edgewater 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 hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
￥22,032
￥25,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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 hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
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
￥19,994
￥23,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 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.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
￥15,038
￥17,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
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.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
￥18,041
￥20,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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 balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
￥39,531
￥45,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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
￥20,741
￥23,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean"
Juan 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good
"Balcony clean room , nice view of the beach , easy access somewhat noises on the street but ear plugs work . No complaints great staff and welcoming. I slept well ."
Peter 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"The services and the amenities there were just enough to make the resort enjoyable to stay the whole time and not drive anywhere. However I wished the hours of services would be open longer. There’s almost nothing to eat or do after 9pm"
Anh 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa

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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