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Our top choices for Santa Cruz family-friendly hotels

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (464)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ￥13,116
￥17,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Fern River Resort
Terrace/patio
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1244)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥18,202
￥21,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1239)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is ￥13,938
￥16,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Exterior
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥10,631
￥13,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is ￥17,099
￥19,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1271)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Interior
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (310)
"Clean, quiet and spacious room. It's not Hilton, but it is good value. A full kitchen with all appliances. Kitchen ware is available for $5. I will definitely be back."
United States
Roger
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Bar (on property)
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is ￥13,428
￥15,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1037)
"Great location, friendly staff."
United States
Biswajit
The price is ￥16,997
￥19,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
Aptos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1013)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
United States
Ariana
The price is ￥16,495
￥19,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
Diane 2-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?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG is a hotel with free breakfast and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the kids include Continental Inn and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 12 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 Ocean Street, Pacific Avenue, and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Cowell's Beach and Santa Cruz Harbor.