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Boutique Hotels in Santa Cruz

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The best boutique hotels in Santa Cruz

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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 rooms with attached bathroom with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

M
Miranda
From
Thailand
It was so cute! And I felt really safe
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews
Price from
$139
1 night, 2 adults

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

This beachfront hotel is located next to Santa Cruz’s famous boardwalk and steps from the center of the city, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family vacation or...

M
Marguerite
From
Netherlands
Beautiful location at the beach. Pool to relax at. Delicious food in the restaurant in the hotel. Great service from the guest service attendants to the cleaning crew.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 724 reviews
Price from
$284.05
1 night, 2 adults

West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Nestled on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach, this 3-story Victorian home is a restful bed and breakfast that offers unique guestrooms and thoughtful amenities just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach...

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simon
From
United Kingdom
We had a fantastic night's stay in Santa Cruz. The hotel was impeccable and the staff were very friendly and accommodating. Highlights included an unexpected afternoon cheese and wine session. I'm a real movie buff, so the location was perfect to scout out filming locations from the 1987 movie Lost boys. It's close to the Boardwalk and is everything you could possibly want from a high class hotel in the heart of town
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Price from
$212.68
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.

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Nola H
From
United States
The staff was incredible and very kind. Everything was super clean and comfortable. Being able to park and hang out as long as we wanted after check out was great. I got to watch the 49ers beat Cleveland and the kids swam and napped. The bonus was the little holiday Faire in the lobby! Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 514 reviews
Price from
$127
1 night, 2 adults
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These hotels offer something unique in terms of design and are usually set in a trendy, urban part of town. Blending high standards with a homey vibe, boutique hotels are more intimate than your average hotel.

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Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 724 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 514 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews

Boutique Hotels That Guests Love in Santa Cruz

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Avg. price/night: $193.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 514 reviews
The hotel is nice, clean and well designed.
Guest review bymorcohen120
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews
This cute little boutique hotel is a wonderful little gem. Rooms cozy with fireplace and hot coffee/latte available in the lobby along with lovely banana bread. A short walk to the shops and restaurants downtown. I would definitely stay again.
Guest review byLinda
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 724 reviews
From the moment we arrived this place had us hooked. The design is sensational and the hospitality team were super kind and welcoming. Room was gorgeous, light and well sized. What a balcony!
Guest review byCatherine
Young couple