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Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"Nice clean affordable stay located yards from the beach."
The price is AED 477
AED 551 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
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, (1001)
"They have a much better than average continental breakfast and are centrally located to most tourist attraction. Overall an enjoyable stay."
The price is AED 421
AED 485 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
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, (1001)
"Amazing Jacuzzi Great staff/housekeeping, room's top notch experience I love it here "
The price is AED 621
AED 710 total
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Hotel Solares
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hotel Solares

2.5 star property
6.4 out of 10, (1004)
"I loved the outdoor patio outside of our room. The staff were friendly and made it easy to check in and out "
The price is AED 270
AED 387 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Hotel Solares
Aqua Breeze Inn
Aerial view

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Great location, friendly staff."
The price is AED 267
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
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, (1003)
"Location, staff, and accommodations were all excellent!"
The price is AED 1,098
AED 1,247 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
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, (1139)
"Great place to stay multiple nights with entire family."
The price is AED 438
AED 506 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
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, (189)
"Upon arriving to the house, we noticed how cool and cozy it felt Lots of space, short walk to the coast in a lovely neighborhood. Lots to do for fun. "
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, (255)
"We stayed for a week and enjoyed our time there - short walk to boardwalk and easy river path to downtown. Host great and easy to work with."
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
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Always a great hotel to relax at "
The price is AED 230
AED 289 total
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
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?
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free breakfast, and it’s a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the kids include Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG and Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 11 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.