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Check availability on Santa Cruz Family-Friendly Hotels

Tonight
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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23 Jul - 24 Jul
This weekend
25 Jul - 27 Jul
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1 Aug - 3 Aug

Top Santa Cruz Family-Friendly Hotels

Rio Sands Hotel
Situated in a lush garden, this planter features a rustic design on a circular base surrounded by greenery and a unique metal fence.

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"
Family friendly
hotel that is close to the beach.
Kids
also loved the breakfast."
Ryan
Rio Sands Hotel
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Situated on a street corner, this hotel offers a convenient location.

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"The hotel is really nice and very clean! Friendly staff as well. Stayed here for work a couple years ago and came back to the hotel being remodeled. Pet friendly so bring those fur babies"
Juan
The price is £143
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Relax in a spacious room with a seating area, fireplace, and large windows.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Beautiful getaway trip with the
family
.
Kids
went swimming at night, nice size pool and hot tub. The room accommodated our
family
of 5 perfectly. Breakfast buffet was great, locals were friendly.We explored Capitola the first night then Santa Cruz the next day. This was the perfect area to unwind feom the daily stress of life and renew yourself with a new perspective."
Justin
The price is £168
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Hotel Solares
Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

Hotel Solares

2.5 star property
6.6 out of 10, (1007)
"I really enjoyed staying here, it's pet friendly and clean. They have a pool and Jacuzzi. Complimentary breakfast. They have a fridge in the room really nice showers. The beach is walking distance "
James
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Hotel Solares
Aqua Breeze Inn
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, a window offering a view of palm trees and a parking lot, and a minimalist design.

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"This place is old but has good bones. The room was HUGE, with full size fridge and stove. It honestly was a mini apartment. The second bed was in a separate room. So it was really nice for the wife and I to have private time and not worry about the
kids
seeing us, you can just close the door. I definitely would come back here again!!!"
Seth
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Aqua Breeze Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Relax by the pool with ocean views and a pier in the background, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Easy access to the beach.
Kid friendly
"
ESTELA
The price is £361
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Escape to a serene oasis with a tranquil pond, lush greenery, and a charming wooden bridge.

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1076)
"First time staying at this lovely property. Had a great
family
gateway for the forth of July definitely will be back "
Alexis
The price is £128
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!
Enjoy a serene lakeside retreat with a fire pit and comfortable seating under a covered patio.

Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (264)
"Lauren's place was really nice and accommodated my
family
well. The only concerns I had was that some of the dishes were not cleaned well as was the coffee pot and grill. Lauren was very helpful and responded quickly when we had a concern. We would stay there again."
Laurie B.
Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!
Surf City Inn and Suites
Enjoy a refreshing swim in our pool surrounded by a spacious deck area with lane dividers.

Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1014)
"Was easy stay room was clean easy check in pool area clean wiĺ stay again"
jeff
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Surf City Inn and Suites
Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly
Study area with a desk, bookshelf, and classic dresser, offering a functional space for work or reading.

Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (183)
"We loved the house and the location. Perfect for our little
family
vacation. Easy walk to the beach and you could see the ocean and beach from home. Great beach chairs that worked as back pack and could hold cold items as well. "
Michele H.
Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great stay at Paradox."
Lu 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Cruz like for family-friendly holidays?
The walkable destination of Santa Cruz is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The cycling trails, beaches and campsites are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Arrange a flight into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices to stay with the children include Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG.
How many family hotels will I find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 12 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in Santa Cruz.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Cruz?
While you and your family are staying in Santa Cruz, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Santa Cruz Wharf and Cowell's Beach.