Best Family Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz
Sea & Sand Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Situated nearly 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach, the 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz offers 18 rooms. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Santa Cruz, including Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, which is just 350 metres away.
Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge with international cuisine is located within 5 minutes' walk of this Santa Cruz hotel.
Sea & Sand Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Sea & Sand Inn
Situated nearly 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach, the 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz offers 18 rooms. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Santa Cruz, including Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, which is just 350 metres away.
Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge with international cuisine is located within 5 minutes' walk of this Santa Cruz hotel.
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Beach access
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz hotel is conveniently located within 700 metres of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and offers views of the ocean. Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas and private parking is provided on site.
Guests can also enjoy Mexican dishes and grills at the onsite bar.
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz hotel is conveniently located within 700 metres of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and offers views of the ocean. Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas and private parking is provided on site.
Guests can also enjoy Mexican dishes and grills at the onsite bar.
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Top location
Surf City Inn & Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Located a mere 1.8 km from the Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, the 2-star smoke-free Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and parking. This Santa Cruz motel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district, within 25 minutes' walk of such natural sights as the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach.
Nearby restaurants, including Little Caesars is a stone's throw from the Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.
Surf City Inn & Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Surf City Inn & Suites
Located a mere 1.8 km from the Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, the 2-star smoke-free Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and parking. This Santa Cruz motel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district, within 25 minutes' walk of such natural sights as the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach.
Nearby restaurants, including Little Caesars is a stone's throw from the Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
- Children's menu
Nestled in a shopping neighbourhood, the 3-star Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz is approximately a 25-minute walk from the University of California at Santa Cruz. The hotel boasts a heated swimming pool and has 82 rooms near a boat dock.
Guests can dine at the restaurant Humble Sea Brewing located 12 minutes' walk away.
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
- Children's menu
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
Nestled in a shopping neighbourhood, the 3-star Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz is approximately a 25-minute walk from the University of California at Santa Cruz. The hotel boasts a heated swimming pool and has 82 rooms near a boat dock.
Guests can dine at the restaurant Humble Sea Brewing located 12 minutes' walk away.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
The smoke-free Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz offers 80 rooms with proximity to San Lorenzo River, which is about a 5-minute walk from the property. Highlights at the 3-star hotel include a vending machine and a lift, it also offers Wi-Fi in public areas.
The Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz breakfast features fresh fruits, freshly brewed coffee, and pastries. The Buttery offers a wide range of American dishes and lies a stone's throw from the hotel.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
The smoke-free Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz offers 80 rooms with proximity to San Lorenzo River, which is about a 5-minute walk from the property. Highlights at the 3-star hotel include a vending machine and a lift, it also offers Wi-Fi in public areas.
The Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz breakfast features fresh fruits, freshly brewed coffee, and pastries. The Buttery offers a wide range of American dishes and lies a stone's throw from the hotel.
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Beach access
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz is 16 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. This hotel in the Westside Santa Cruz district has a heated pool, as well as a car park on site.
The Aqua Pacific Santa Cruz is in close proximity to Little Caesars and serves delectable meals.
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz is 16 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. This hotel in the Westside Santa Cruz district has a heated pool, as well as a car park on site.
The Aqua Pacific Santa Cruz is in close proximity to Little Caesars and serves delectable meals.
5 Star Family Hotels Santa Cruz
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Beach access
Edgewater Beach Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Edgewater Beach Inn Santa Cruz, located 100 metres from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and a 19-minute stroll from the Well Within Spa, features an outdoor swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. This inn also provides Wi-Fi available throughout the property.
Ideal Bar & Grill, located 6 minutes' walk from the Edgewater Beach Inn Santa Cruz, serves American cuisine to satisfy every taste.
Edgewater Beach Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Edgewater Beach Inn
Edgewater Beach Inn Santa Cruz, located 100 metres from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and a 19-minute stroll from the Well Within Spa, features an outdoor swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. This inn also provides Wi-Fi available throughout the property.
Ideal Bar & Grill, located 6 minutes' walk from the Edgewater Beach Inn Santa Cruz, serves American cuisine to satisfy every taste.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Offering a location a 5-minute walk from West End Studio Theatre, Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers 53 rooms. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in the rooms and access to a fitness centre.
Upper Crust Pizza & Pasta serves Sicilian dishes and lies 150 metres away.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
Offering a location a 5-minute walk from West End Studio Theatre, Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers 53 rooms. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in the rooms and access to a fitness centre.
Upper Crust Pizza & Pasta serves Sicilian dishes and lies 150 metres away.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's menu
Conveniently perched 4.9 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the 4-star smoke-free Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz features 4 outdoor tennis courts. Located close to a boat dock, the comfortable resort offers a swimming pool and a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and locker rooms.
The American-style View a Treeside restaurant in Chaminade Resort & Spa offers dishes for dinner. It offers a variety of fruit desserts that will suit all tastes. The lounge bar which offers sports drinks is a great place to relax.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's menu
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Conveniently perched 4.9 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the 4-star smoke-free Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz features 4 outdoor tennis courts. Located close to a boat dock, the comfortable resort offers a swimming pool and a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and locker rooms.
The American-style View a Treeside restaurant in Chaminade Resort & Spa offers dishes for dinner. It offers a variety of fruit desserts that will suit all tastes. The lounge bar which offers sports drinks is a great place to relax.
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Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Located a mere 1.5 km from the Mission Santa Cruz, the 3-star smoke-free Best Western Inn Santa Cruz is about a 5-minute walk from First United Pentecostal Church of Santa Cruz. 2.4 km from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, the perfect inn offers spacious rooms plus a fitness studio.
The property breakfast features pastries, eggs, and fresh coffee. Denny's is only a few steps from this hotel and specialises in American cuisine.
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
Located a mere 1.5 km from the Mission Santa Cruz, the 3-star smoke-free Best Western Inn Santa Cruz is about a 5-minute walk from First United Pentecostal Church of Santa Cruz. 2.4 km from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, the perfect inn offers spacious rooms plus a fitness studio.
The property breakfast features pastries, eggs, and fresh coffee. Denny's is only a few steps from this hotel and specialises in American cuisine.
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Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Located 16 minutes' walk from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, the 2-star Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers 8 air-conditioned rooms. There is a car park on site and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is adjacent to Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 450 metres away.
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Located 16 minutes' walk from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, the 2-star Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers 8 air-conditioned rooms. There is a car park on site and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is adjacent to Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 450 metres away.
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Beach access
Andril Fireplace Cottages
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Children's play area
The 3-star Andril Fireplace Cottages Pacific Grove hotel is nestled 500 metres from Chapel, offering 21 rooms and featuring a library, barbecue grills, and a golf course.
Phoebe's Cafe is only steps away from the Andril Fireplace Cottages.
Andril Fireplace Cottages
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Children's play area
Andril Fireplace Cottages
The 3-star Andril Fireplace Cottages Pacific Grove hotel is nestled 500 metres from Chapel, offering 21 rooms and featuring a library, barbecue grills, and a golf course.
Phoebe's Cafe is only steps away from the Andril Fireplace Cottages.
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The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose
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Continental breakfast
Charges may apply
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Cots
Nestled within 20 minutes' walk of Fly Casting Pond, the perfect The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose arranges winery tours for active tourists.
Choose from an unlimited choice of Italian dishes at Al Castello Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria which is within easy reach of this Campbell hotel.
The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose
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Continental breakfast
Charges may apply
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Cots
The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose
Nestled within 20 minutes' walk of Fly Casting Pond, the perfect The Bristol Hotel Campbell San Jose arranges winery tours for active tourists.
Choose from an unlimited choice of Italian dishes at Al Castello Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria which is within easy reach of this Campbell hotel.
The Quail Lodge
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's menu
Ideally located an 11-minute walk from Earthbound Farm Stand, The Quail Lodge Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel features rooms with views of the garden. This resort is 7 km from the circa-1771 church "Carmel Mission Basilica Museum" and provides guests with a steam room and a sauna.
Breakfast is offered in the restaurant every morning. The American-style at the Lodge restaurant focuses on American cuisine. Guests can quench their thirst in the lobby bar with their favourite drink. There is a restaurant serving American food about 300 metres away.
The Quail Lodge
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's menu
The Quail Lodge
Ideally located an 11-minute walk from Earthbound Farm Stand, The Quail Lodge Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel features rooms with views of the garden. This resort is 7 km from the circa-1771 church "Carmel Mission Basilica Museum" and provides guests with a steam room and a sauna.
Breakfast is offered in the restaurant every morning. The American-style at the Lodge restaurant focuses on American cuisine. Guests can quench their thirst in the lobby bar with their favourite drink. There is a restaurant serving American food about 300 metres away.
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The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Mini-bar
- Golf centre
- Children's menu
The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast Monterey, located 6 minutes' walk from the Monterey Peninsula Art Foundation, features horseback riding. The hotel is 2.9 km from the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary and provides guests with a solarium and a Jacuzzi.
Bulldog Pub pampers guests with British dishes and lies within easy reach of the property.
The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Mini-bar
- Golf centre
- Children's menu
The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast
The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast Monterey, located 6 minutes' walk from the Monterey Peninsula Art Foundation, features horseback riding. The hotel is 2.9 km from the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary and provides guests with a solarium and a Jacuzzi.
Bulldog Pub pampers guests with British dishes and lies within easy reach of the property.
Woodcrest Hotel Cupertino
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Garden area
- Children's buffet
The smoke-free Woodcrest Hotel Cupertino Santa Clara is located near an entertainment district, 2.5 km from Rainbow Park. This 3-star hotel features high-speed Internet access in public areas and 12 rooms that offer views of the garden.
Viva Thai Bistro, located 300 metres from this property, will spoil you with Thai cuisine.
Woodcrest Hotel Cupertino
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Garden area
- Children's buffet
Woodcrest Hotel Cupertino
The smoke-free Woodcrest Hotel Cupertino Santa Clara is located near an entertainment district, 2.5 km from Rainbow Park. This 3-star hotel features high-speed Internet access in public areas and 12 rooms that offer views of the garden.
Viva Thai Bistro, located 300 metres from this property, will spoil you with Thai cuisine.
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Private beach
Fern River Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Table tennis
- Children's play area
Providing 15 rooms, Fern River Resort Felton is situated approximately a 15-minute walk from San Lorenzo River. This 2-star hotel has a garden with BBQ.
Cowboy Bar & Grill offers a wide range of American dishes and lies 300 metres away.
Fern River Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Table tennis
- Children's play area
Fern River Resort
Providing 15 rooms, Fern River Resort Felton is situated approximately a 15-minute walk from San Lorenzo River. This 2-star hotel has a garden with BBQ.
Cowboy Bar & Grill offers a wide range of American dishes and lies 300 metres away.
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Best-rated
The Stanford Park Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Children's menu
The Stanford Park Hotel Menlo Park is located in Menlo Park, just 1.1 km from the Allied Arts Guild, and offers an outdoor swimming pool. Featuring 161 rooms with views of the mountain, this 4-star hotel is approximately a 25-minute walk from the historical cacti Stanford Arizona Garden.
Serving both food and drinks, Menlo Tavern is situated a few moments from the Stanford Park Menlo Park.
The Stanford Park Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Children's menu
The Stanford Park Hotel
The Stanford Park Hotel Menlo Park is located in Menlo Park, just 1.1 km from the Allied Arts Guild, and offers an outdoor swimming pool. Featuring 161 rooms with views of the mountain, this 4-star hotel is approximately a 25-minute walk from the historical cacti Stanford Arizona Garden.
Serving both food and drinks, Menlo Tavern is situated a few moments from the Stanford Park Menlo Park.
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Guest favorite
Maple Tree Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Boasting a lift and a vending machine, Maple Tree Inn Sunnyvale is located 25 minutes' walk from the themed Las Palmas Park. Offering 177 rooms, this inn provides a heated pool as well.
Guests may find the dessert restaurant Marie Callender's a 5-minute stroll away.
Maple Tree Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Maple Tree Inn
Boasting a lift and a vending machine, Maple Tree Inn Sunnyvale is located 25 minutes' walk from the themed Las Palmas Park. Offering 177 rooms, this inn provides a heated pool as well.
Guests may find the dessert restaurant Marie Callender's a 5-minute stroll away.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Family Hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Sea & Sand Inn |
8.9 / 10 (252 Reviews) |
From 354$ | |
| Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz |
7.7 / 10 (990 Reviews) |
From 108$ | |
| Surf City Inn & Suites |
6.9 / 10 (1635 Reviews) |
From 77$ | |
| Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz |
8.4 / 10 (208 Reviews) |
From 216$ | |
| Best Western Plus All Suites Inn |
7.7 / 10 (279 Reviews) |
From 269$ |
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