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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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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
King Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
34 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
2 Queen Beds Partial Ocean View Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
34 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
1 King Bed Partial Ocean View Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
35 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
King Suite Non-Smoking
2 persons
39 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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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
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap 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
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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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
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