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Our top choices for Santa Cruz family-friendly hotels

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.

1. 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.
₩341,408
₩388,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn 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 building with a covered entrance, numbered 550, and outdoor planters with various plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

2. 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.
₩177,710
₩205,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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 dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
₩355,888
₩475,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
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.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

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.
₩177,697
₩205,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
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 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.

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.
₩175,395
₩202,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a unicorn float, a beach ball, and a drink on a table.
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 bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

6. 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.
₩190,050
₩218,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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".
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
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.
₩100,677
₩133,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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 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.

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
₩112,739
₩132,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Carousel Beach Inn
A swimming pool with a red border, blue chairs, and a water slide.
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 modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and vanity.

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.
₩131,288
₩151,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a beach with palm trees and a pier.
A beach view from a balcony with a round table and chairs, palm trees, and a pier in the distance.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

10. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
₩118,969
₩192,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Casablanca On The Beach
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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 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.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩177,710
₩205,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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 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.

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
₩112,739
₩132,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Carousel Beach 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 hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
₩175,395
₩202,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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 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.
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
₩131,288
₩151,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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 hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
₩190,050
₩218,929 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 modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.
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 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
₩155,816
₩178,971 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.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.
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.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
₩179,134
₩206,341 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 spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.
A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.
A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
₩143,596
₩166,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby
A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.
A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
₩133,015
₩153,464 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.
A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is part of the Howard Johnson network.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩151,578
₩174,248 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 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.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩177,710
₩205,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham 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 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
₩100,677
₩133,922 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 lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
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
₩177,697
₩205,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 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
₩116,310
₩135,025 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 hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
₩190,050
₩218,929 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 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 hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
₩175,395
₩202,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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 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.
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
₩131,288
₩151,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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 modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.
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 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
₩155,816
₩178,971 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 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
₩341,408
₩388,754 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.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.
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.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
₩179,134
₩206,341 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

Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Front desk staff was very helpful and pointed us toward a great dining area to suit our needs/vibe. Our room was well-appointed just up the back stairs. Hot tub is in a secluded area. Breakfast room small but seating downstairs at outdoor tables with umbrellas. Easy one-way parking, might be difficult for anyone in large RV or towing something long."
Deborah 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Mission Inn
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

8/10 Good
"Everything is good"
Anish 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good
"Great location, ten minute walk to wharf and beach boardwalk. Competitively priced, very basic but comfortable hotel rooms. Nice pool with two jacuzzi hot tubs, lounge chairs, tables with umbrellas. Self parking on site, breakfast cafe and deli across the street, with taco bar a block away. We enjoyed our stay in this quiet neighborhood and found everything we needed close by."
Don 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"It was very good. Would recommend staying here."
SERGIO 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Sweet, sweet, sweet, sweet"
John 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Beachview Inn
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 1 day ago
Casablanca On The Beach

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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