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Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great room and love how close it is to the beach "
The price is AED 422
AED 489 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Rio Sands Hotel
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Exterior

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Staff accommodated a request due to the first room being unsuitable to our needs. "
The price is AED 381
AED 439 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Found hair in the bathtub."
The price is AED 474
AED 546 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Hotel Solares
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hotel Solares

2.5 star property
6.4 out of 10, (1003)
"Clean "
The price is AED 225
AED 333 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Hotel Solares
Aqua Breeze Inn
Aerial view

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"The room was great especially the separate room. The downside is they allow dogs and one was there and it was barking all night and kept us up."
The price is AED 290
AED 335 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Aqua Breeze Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1013)
"Dream Inn has long been our favorite place to stay in Santa Cruz - love the food options on the wharf - and at the hotel - staff is cool and accommodating- and you can’t beat the location "
The price is AED 878
AED 1,000 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1150)
"Nice property for the price. We drove about 10 minutes to get to Capitola. Property is right by freeway so that's convenient. Room was clean, bed was comfortable, staff was helpful. If you are looking for a cheaper option in this area, I recommend this hotel"
The price is AED 434
AED 502 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit
Beach nearby, sun loungers

The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (184)
"Grandparents, Parents and 3 boys stayed for a long weekendPlace and location was perfect, Having the bikes was perfect for riding down to the beach.Making store's in the fire pit was a plus after the day at the beach.We hope to stay again sometime.Thank You for Sharing your home with Us"
The price is AED 1,928
AED 3,645 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit
Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!
Pool

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

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (251)
"We really enjoyed staying at this property. The balcony is gigantic and has wonderful views of the river. The home itself is much larger than it appears in the pictures. The bedrooms are huge, everything is perfectly clean, kitchen is well stocked with equipment, and the furniture (including the beds) is very comfortable. The owner was very accessible and responded immediately to any question we had. My only slight complaint is the description that it is "5 houses from the boardwalk" is a little...
Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!
Surf City Inn and Suites
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1017)
"Pool was cool"
The price is AED 253
AED 314 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Surf City Inn and Suites
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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?
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 options to stay with the kids include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 10 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 Wharf and Cowell’s Beach.