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Our top choices for Santa Cruz family-friendly hotels

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (469 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ₩126,776
₩164,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Fern River Resort

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, (1,247 reviews)
"Roomy with a solid breakfast and really close to the water. "
United States
Zachary
The price is ₩163,099
₩189,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is ₩123,365
₩142,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,251 reviews)
"Great stay , hotel staff was very helpful and nice! Clean hotel and and really enjoyed the bar"
United States
Miguel
The price is ₩151,546
₩174,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,294 reviews)
"Great place to stay everytime!!"
United States
Sandra
The price is ₩272,969
₩328,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 21 - Feb 22
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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, (1,065 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds and beautiful ground. "
United States
Andrea
The price is ₩159,457
₩184,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
" Lean room friendly staff comfy beds excellent restaurant. "
United States
Shana
The price is ₩156,159
₩179,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Inn At Pasatiempo

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place with comfy beds. balcony rooms and free breakfast! "
United States
Heather
The price is ₩114,691
₩141,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (318 reviews)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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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.