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About the Hotel

550 2Nd Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

Rooms & Amenities

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers 60 air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Select rooms feature ocean views or courtyard views. All rooms include coffee/tea makers, irons/ironing boards, and free Wi-Fi. Accessible rooms with roll-in showers and visual alarms are available.

Dining & Breakfast

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily. Coffee and tea are available in the common area. The hotel has a snack bar/deli for light bites. Nearby dining options include Tony's Pizza and The Coffee Bean, both within walking distance.

Leisure & Recreation

Guests can use the outdoor pool, spa, and fitness center with Technogym equipment. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a 9-minute walk away, offering mini-golf at Neptune's Kingdom and kayak rentals at Venture Quest. The hotel's terrace provides a space to relax.

Location & Transport

The hotel is on Second Street, near Highway 1 and Highway 17. It's a 9-minute walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and close to the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 55 km away. Bus #7 stops nearby for connections to Central Station.

Services & Accessibility

The 24-hour front desk assists with luggage storage and local recommendations. ADA-compliant features include wheelchair-accessible routes, Braille signage, and visual alarms. Business travelers can use the business center with complimentary wired and wireless internet. Laundry facilities and a grocery/convenience store are on-site.

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
Santa Cruz900 m
Airports
Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 54.3 km
Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 68.1 km
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Location

550 2Nd Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
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550 2Nd Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
Nearby
35 Pacific Ave
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
180 m
Store
Cowell's Beach Surf Shop
170 m
Store
Cowell Beach
410 m
Restaurants
Tacos Moreno
470 m
303 Beach St
Coaster's Bar and Grill
520 m
115 Cliff St
El Hermoso Mar
520 m
313 Beach St
Firefly Coffee House
460 m
131 Front St # A # A
Yan Flower
500 m
617 Pacific Ave
Surf City Grill
730 m
400 Beach St Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Fire Fly Cafe
610 m
131 Front St # A # A
De La Hacienda Taqueria
690 m
354 Washington St

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 2 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 1119 reviews
Nick
United States, April  2024
8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The location is superb, just a stone's throw away from the beach and surrounded by great dining options. The rooms were clean and cozy, and the staff was incredibly friendly. However, the dining experience left something to be desired with limited breakfast choices. The facilities, especially the pool area, were well-maintained and enjoyable. The price was reasonable, although having to pay extra for Wi-Fi was a small downside.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and cozy, providing a comfortable stay.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making my stay welcoming.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is top-notch, just steps away from the beach and surrounded by great dining options.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was a bit limited with breakfast options, but overall satisfactory.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities, especially the pool area, were well-maintained, providing a relaxing atmosphere.
Barry
United States, May  2023
9.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location was superb, just steps away from the boardwalk and close to many attractions. The rooms were spacious and modern, providing stunning views. The service was top-notch, and the dining experience with authentic French products was a delightful highlight. However, the pricing was a bit on the higher side, and the facilities could use some improvement.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and modern with breathtaking views.
Service
10.0
The service was impeccable, just like having a personal concierge.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was unbeatable, very close to the boardwalk and super close to the beach.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was exquisite with a touch of French elegance.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were good, but could be more extensive for the price.
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