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Top Santa Cruz Family Hotels

Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Loved the place !"
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, (1014)
"Great place to stay "
The price is AED 409
AED 474 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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, (1004)
"Great- would stay again👍"
The price is AED 584
AED 669 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Hotel Solares
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hotel Solares

2.5 star property
6.6 out of 10, (1000)
"Hotel is older but rooms were clean and acceptable. "
Hotel Solares
Aqua Breeze Inn
Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included) | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1014)
"Extremely friendly staff and great location. "
The price is AED 307
AED 355 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Aqua Breeze Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"We love staying here, this is my second time and my children love the access to the beach. "
The price is AED 915
AED 1,041 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Super clean rooms and the restaurant was great for breakfast and dinning. "
The price is AED 379
AED 441 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit
Lobby

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

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (203)
"Fun place to stay! Hot tub, fire pit and well- appointed kitchen make it great!"
The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit
Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!
Terrace/patio

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

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (269)
"Excellent location, comfortable beds, the deck and patio are lovely. "
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
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1032)
"Great prices and it was super close to the boardwalk"
The price is AED 194
AED 250 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Surf City Inn and Suites
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.
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Continental Inn

Continental Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff"
Denise 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Continental Inn

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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?
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG and Ocean Pacific Lodge.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 12 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.