| this unpretentious hotel is 3 miles from the santa cruz county fairgrounds and 7 miles from sunset state beach. upgraded rooms and suites add kitchenettes, pull-out sofas, balconies and/or fireplaces. continental breakfast and parking are complimentary. relaxed rooms offer free wi-fi, and flat-screen tvs with cable channels, plus coffeemakers, microwaves and minifridges. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. other amenities include a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and a 24/7 fitness center, as well as a business center and a guest laundry
San Francisco International Airport 1 hr 19
Seacliff State Beach (17 min)
Versatile state beach offers a variety of outdoor activities such as camping & hiking. Manresa Main State Beach (14 min)
Sandy stretch with unpredictable weather that's popular for surf fishing, surfing & sunsets. Mt Madonna County Park (19 min)
County park marked by redwood forest & chaparral over 3,688 acres, with horseback riding & camping. Mount Madonna (22 min) Elkhorn Slough (17 min)
Tidal estuary sheltering otters, seals & migratory birds, with kayaking & boat tours. New Brighton State Beach (19 min)
This strip of beach features pine & oak trees, bay views & a small campground on a bluff. Sunset State Beach (16 min)
Beach surrounded by steep sand dunes offering picnic areas & campsites, plus bay & mountain views. Blue Ocean Whale Watching on the Monterey Bay (15 min)
Whale watching, dolphin, humpback whale, blue whale, and killer whale The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (30 min)
Hiking, biking & jogging trails on varied terrain rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains. Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park (27 min)
Rides & attractions plus gardens draw crowds at this bustling, family-friendly amusement park. Moss Landing State Beach (14 min)
Beach, sea otter, and otters Zmudowski State Beach (22 min)
Beach and park New Brighton State Beach (18 min)
Laid-back site with expansive bay views & a campground on a wooded bluff above the sand. Capitola Beach (20 min)
Popular beach located in Capitola Village features gentle surf, swimming & volleyball & shops. Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (17 min)
Tidal salt marsh that is home to birds, otters, seals & many other animals, with boardwalk trails. | 
