| free parking and continental breakfast are provided. set across the street from main beach, this simple guesthouse is a block from the santa cruz boardwalk, 2 blocks from municipal wharf and 2 miles to the historic santa cruz mission. there's a heated outdoor pool. some have ocean views. the low-key rooms are accessed by exterior corridors and come with minifridges and microwaves, plus tvs and free wi-fi. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
San Francisco International Airport 1 hr 8
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (13 min)
Featuring a variety of forested areas, this park offers camping, fishing, hiking & picnic spots. The Mystery Spot (16 min)
Opened in 1941, this roadside landmark is a tilt-induced visual illusion with tours & a gift shop. Main Beach (8 min)
Spacious beach with soft sand, waves & close proximity to the boardwalk, amusement rides & eateries. Lighthouse Field State Beach (6 min)
Iconic spot with a lighthouse offers a variety of vistas & pathways for dog walking & strolling. Giant Dipper (6 min)
Iconic red & white wooden roller coaster dating to 1924 overlooking the beach & wharf. Natural Bridges State Beach (10 min)
Butterflies, park, and surfing Santa Cruz Beach (4 min)
Popular beach features a boardwalk with numerous restaurants, amusement park rides & surf shops. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (3 min)
Amusement park offers a variety of games & rides right on a mile-long stretch of sandy beach. Steamer Lane (6 min)
Famous cliffside surfing spot since the 1930s, featuring a surfing museum inside a lighthouse. Wilder Ranch State Park (14 min)
Natural landscape with diverse activities including hiking trails, picnic areas & horseback riding. Capitola Beach (17 min)
Popular beach located in Capitola Village features gentle surf, swimming & volleyball & shops. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum (7 min)
Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse. Santa Cruz Wharf (13 min)
Beach shops, seafood restaurants, sea lions & fishing draw crowds to this landmark bayside pier. Roaring Camp (20 min)
Family-friendly park offers train rides amid natural landscapes, seasonal routes & special events. Seacliff State Beach (18 min)
Versatile state beach offers a variety of outdoor activities such as camping & hiking. | 
