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Sunny Cove Motel

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 4.3 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as...

C
Cathy
From
United States
Wait. Was there a breakfast. Yes this place is older but you really can't beat everything you get. A great location. The room have kitchens or kitchenettes and my room had a little separate alcove for the bed. The staff is beyond nice and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Price from
US$105
1 night, 2 adults

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Santa Cruz Boardwalk, Santa Cruz

Facing the beachfront, La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers 5-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$312.12
1 night, 2 adults

Beachside retreat

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Set in Santa Cruz, the recently renovated Beachside retreat offers accommodation 400 metres from Sunny Cove Beach and 4.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$270
1 night, 2 adults

Casablanca Inn on The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located across the street from the Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Casablanca Inn on The Beach overlooks Monterey Bay. Free WiFi and ocean views are featured in most rooms.

A
Agata
From
Poland
fantastic views, great beds and bathroom, friendly staff, small treats in the morning
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews
Price from
US$500
1 night, 2 adults

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located 3 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Ocean Pacific Lodge is 100% non-smoking and offers guest rooms with free WiFi.

D
Dominika
From
Slovakia
Nice spacious room, free parking, smooth check in, very friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,093 reviews
Price from
US$79
1 night, 2 adults

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Discover a modern coastal escape at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages, located just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay.

r
ruth
From
United States
Front desk very nice and view..very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Price from
US$209
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.

J
Joel
From
United Kingdom
Lovely hotel overall - great room and facilities. The staff were friendly and helpful with recommendations for our stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 527 reviews
Price from
US$139
1 night, 2 adults

Pacific Blue Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

C
Carmina
From
Mexico
I truly enjoyed how spacious the room and bathroom were. The bed was very comfortable, the bedding soft and warm. I found it stylish, I kind of forgot I was in a hotel. The decoration was nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews
Price from
US$229
1 night, 2 adults

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Conveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

S
Su Jin
From
United States
Friendly staff and convenient location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
Price from
US$122.46
1 night, 2 adults

Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Hotel in Santa Cruz

Just minutes from area beaches and the famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel features spacious and comfortable accommodations as well as relaxing amenities in Santa Cruz, California.

J
Jodie
From
Australia
Everything was lovely Clean and comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 750 reviews
Price from
US$112.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Sunny Cove Motel

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 4.3 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as...

C
Cathy
From
United States
Wait. Was there a breakfast. Yes this place is older but you really can't beat everything you get. A great location. The room have kitchens or kitchenettes and my room had a little separate alcove for the bed. The staff is beyond nice and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Price from
US$105
1 night, 2 adults

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Santa Cruz Boardwalk, Santa Cruz

Facing the beachfront, La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers 5-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$312.12
1 night, 2 adults

Beachside retreat

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Set in Santa Cruz, the recently renovated Beachside retreat offers accommodation 400 metres from Sunny Cove Beach and 4.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$270
1 night, 2 adults

Casablanca Inn on The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located across the street from the Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Casablanca Inn on The Beach overlooks Monterey Bay. Free WiFi and ocean views are featured in most rooms.

A
Agata
From
Poland
fantastic views, great beds and bathroom, friendly staff, small treats in the morning
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews
Price from
US$500
1 night, 2 adults

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located 3 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Ocean Pacific Lodge is 100% non-smoking and offers guest rooms with free WiFi.

D
Dominika
From
Slovakia
Nice spacious room, free parking, smooth check in, very friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,093 reviews
Price from
US$79
1 night, 2 adults

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Discover a modern coastal escape at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages, located just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay.

r
ruth
From
United States
Front desk very nice and view..very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Price from
US$209
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.

J
Joel
From
United Kingdom
Lovely hotel overall - great room and facilities. The staff were friendly and helpful with recommendations for our stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 527 reviews
Price from
US$139
1 night, 2 adults

Pacific Blue Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

C
Carmina
From
Mexico
I truly enjoyed how spacious the room and bathroom were. The bed was very comfortable, the bedding soft and warm. I found it stylish, I kind of forgot I was in a hotel. The decoration was nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews
Price from
US$229
1 night, 2 adults

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Conveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

S
Su Jin
From
United States
Friendly staff and convenient location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
Price from
US$122.46
1 night, 2 adults

Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Hotel in Santa Cruz

Just minutes from area beaches and the famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel features spacious and comfortable accommodations as well as relaxing amenities in Santa Cruz, California.

J
Jodie
From
Australia
Everything was lovely Clean and comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 750 reviews
Price from
US$112.83
1 night, 2 adults
All pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Looking for a pet-friendly hotel?

Offering a variety of animal-adapted amenities, these properties provide a pet-friendly stay. Services may include sitting services, specialized bedding and dog walking. Some hotels even offer quirky perks like a gourmet room service menu for pets, as well as catnip and scratch poles.

Most booked pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 669 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,093 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,142 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 527 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 750 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews

Travelling by car? These pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby offer free parking

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews

Aqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.

From US$202.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

A short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf in California, the Seaway Inn offers easy beach access and comfortably furnished rooms with free WiFi.

From US$177.46 per night

Set in Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 50 km from San Jose Convention Center and 1.2 km from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse, Charming 5 BD Victorian House by Beach Boardwalk offers...

From US$1,234.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews

Surf City Inn & Suites is just 10 minutes' walk away from Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. It features an indoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.

From US$79.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,793 reviews

Hotel Solares is located in Santa Cruz, just 10 minutes' walk away from the Beach Boardwalk. An outdoor pool is located on-site along with rooms that provide free WiFi and cable TV.

From US$119.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 669 reviews

Situated in Santa Cruz, within 1.2 km of Santa Cruz Beach and 1.1 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, The Aqua Pacific Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews

A short distance from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and other popular area attractions, this California motel provides comfortable accommodations and 24-hour front desk service.

From US$85.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

Just 5 minutes’ drive from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub and has spacious rooms. Free WiFi is included. It offers free on site guest parking.

From US$97.13 per night

Save money on pet-friendly in Santa Cruz and nearby – budget options available

Bay Front Inn

Santa Cruz
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,142 reviews

Situated 2 minutes’ drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Bay Front Inn offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free WiFi.

From US$102.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Located 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area offers 2-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

From US$132.08 per night

Seabright Breeze

Santa Cruz
Budget options available

Set within the Eastside Santa Cruz district in Santa Cruz, Seabright Breeze has air conditioning, a patio, and city views.

From US$512.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews

Discover a modern coastal escape at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages, located just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay.

From US$204.63 per night

2 Bedroom Pleasure Point Getaway is set in Santa Cruz, 6.5 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 8 km from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse, as well as 8.6 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

Great access to the city centre. Check these pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby

Set in Santa Cruz, less than 1 km from Santa Cruz Beach and a 13-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 6BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk offers air-conditioned accommodation with a...

From US$1,234.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is 3.2 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.

From US$117.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated in Santa Cruz in the California region, Pleasure Point Surf Retreat features a patio. Guests can benefit from a balcony and an outdoor fireplace.

From US$577.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews

Set in the Santa Cruz mountain range of Northern California, the Chaminade Resort & Spa is 5 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

From US$234.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz is set in Santa Cruz.

From US$427.09 per night

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Pet friendly hotels that guests love in Santa Cruz

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Avg. price/night: US$102.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Staff, location, room, pet friendly
Guest review by
Griffith
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$97.13
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews
The hotel location was good, the beds were comfortable, cleaning service came every day and the staff was friendly. Also, they are pet friendly.
Guest review by
Annette
Group
Avg. price/night: US$202.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews
Location, pet friendly, across from the Boardwalk.
Guest review by
Melany
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$144.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews
Location, large room, views, dog friendly, nice staff
Guest review by
Lashaun
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$117.64
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Good location and dog friendly rooms.
Guest review by
Jillian
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$132.06
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 527 reviews
What an unexpected surprise! The pool area is lovely. I felt very spoiled with pool side service and had drinks and dinner while lounging in the cute cabana areas they have. The room was very clean and inviting and the bed are VERY comfortable! I didn't want to leave! They are also pet friendly, so I may bring my dog next time.
Guest review by
Victoria
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$204.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Very nice and located right by a nice local beach. The staff were super friendly and loved dogs. Having kids and let’s it’s nice to have a kitchenette which was perfect. Gas stove, apartment sized fridge/freezer, toaster, microwave, mini basic coffee maker, etc. They had special towels and treats for my dogs. I brought a crate to keep my dogs calm while we were out at the Boardwalk all day which is not pet friendly.
Guest review by
Kathleen
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$144.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews
Location, room size, great staff. Pet friendly, fenced dog area. Comfortable bed. View of ocean.
Guest review by
McKenna
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$204.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
It was beautiful. The price, location and view was perfect for our little get away for the night. The fact that it was pet friendly was awesome since we could bring our dog and didn’t have to leave her at home.
Guest review by
Naleen
Young couple