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Compare Santa Cruz Family Hotels room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Rio Sands Hotel
Room

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
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The price is AED 422
AED 489 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 January 2025
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, (1005)
"Great stay. Room was clean and hotel was quite. Breakfast was good"
The price is AED 287
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 January 2025
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Exterior

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Rooms were very clean and huge! Amazing staff and breakfast was delicious! Highly recommend!"
The price is AED 437
AED 505 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 January 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Hotel Solares
Pool

Hotel Solares

2.5 star property
6.6 out of 10, (1002)
"Staff nice "
The price is AED 273
AED 389 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 January 2025
Hotel Solares
Aqua Breeze Inn
Room

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"we loved it right across the street it the bordwalk"
The price is AED 287
AED 332 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2025
Aqua Breeze Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Magnificent views of the ocean and good interior design and fun service by employees. Free doughnuts on Christmas!"
The price is AED 951
AED 1,082 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 January 2025
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1142)
"Amazing staff at front desk and restaurant. Beautiful grounds and very big and clean room "
The price is AED 434
AED 502 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 January 2025
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Beach Retreat blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit .The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms
Natural Bridges State Park. Right down the street. The monarch butterfly's live in the eucalyptus in the fall.

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

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (180)
"The accommodations were superpb and as promised! The hot tub was especially welcoming, and enjoyable for all ages. The location close to the beach was what drew us to this house. We had a great time at the tide pools! We also enjoyed going to the nearby Boardwalk. All in all this was a stellar stay which we hope to repeat!"
Beach Retreat blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit .The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms
Beautiful View...and 5 Houses from Boardwalk!
View from the back deck

Beautiful View...and 5 Houses from Boardwalk!

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (249)
"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 5 Houses from Boardwalk!
Surf City Inn and Suites
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1002)
"I enjoyed my stay. You get what you pay for. The indoor jacuzzi was great, and the bed was comfortable. I brought my own pillow and blanket. However, the bathtub wasn't draining well."
The price is AED 235
AED 294 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 January 2025
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?
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz 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 Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Comfort Inn 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 Ocean Street, Pacific Avenue, and Santa Cruz Wharf. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Cowell’s Beach.