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Our top choices for Santa Cruz family-friendly hotels

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
The price is P11,954
P13,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Carousel Beach Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
The price is P11,729
P13,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Monarch Cove Inn

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2,102 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family fun awaits just 15 minutes from Monterey Bay Aquarium, with free WiFi, parking, and pet-friendly rooms by the sea.
The price is P3,997
P4,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (512 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family paradise on a private beach with riverside cabins and redwood views. Create unforgettable summer memories.
The price is P10,528
P12,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Fern River Resort

Home2 Suites by Hilton San Jose South

Home2 Suites by Hilton San Jose South
3.0 star property
South San Jose
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (159 reviews)
The price is P9,902
P11,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Home2 Suites by Hilton San Jose South

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,022 reviews)
The price is P6,748
P8,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (246 reviews)
The price is P13,492
P15,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Seaway Inn

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
The price is P11,763
P17,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Bella Notte

Aloft by Marriott Cupertino

Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
3.0 star property
Cupertino
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,054 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Kids splash under umbrellas while adults relax at the terrace lounge in this pool-side family oasis.
The price is P6,587
P7,390 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Aloft by Marriott Cupertino

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
3.0 star property
Morgan Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,371 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Splash into family fun with this hotel's indoor pool and hot tub in Morgan Hill, just minutes from community parks.
The price is P8,359
P9,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
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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?
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection 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 Ocean Pacific Lodge and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham 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 Cowell's Beach and Santa Cruz Harbor.

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