| breakfast and parking are complimentary. the straightforward rooms come with microwaves and minifridges, as well as flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi. amenities include an indoor heated pool and guest laundry facilities. suites feature whirlpool tubs. a 3-minute drive from cowell beach and a 14-minute walk from the santa cruz beach boardwalk amusement park, this casual, mediterranean-style hotel is also 2 miles from the shopping and dining outlets of santa cruz wharf. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. pets are welcome for a fee
San Francisco International Airport 1 hr 5
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (11 min)
Featuring a variety of forested areas, this park offers camping, fishing, hiking & picnic spots. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum (8 min)
Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse. The Mystery Spot (11 min)
Opened in 1941, this roadside landmark is a tilt-induced visual illusion with tours & a gift shop. Capitola Beach (13 min)
Popular beach located in Capitola Village features gentle surf, swimming & volleyball & shops. Main Beach (15 min)
Spacious beach with soft sand, waves & close proximity to the boardwalk, amusement rides & eateries. Giant Dipper (15 min)
Iconic red & white wooden roller coaster dating to 1924 overlooking the beach & wharf. Santa Cruz Beach (16 min)
Popular beach features a boardwalk with numerous restaurants, amusement park rides & surf shops. Santa Cruz Wharf (9 min)
Beach shops, seafood restaurants, sea lions & fishing draw crowds to this landmark bayside pier. Natural Bridges State Beach (12 min)
Butterflies, park, and surfing Wilder Ranch State Park (14 min)
Natural landscape with diverse activities including hiking trails, picnic areas & horseback riding. Lighthouse Field State Beach (8 min)
Iconic spot with a lighthouse offers a variety of vistas & pathways for dog walking & strolling. Seacliff State Beach (15 min)
Versatile state beach offers a variety of outdoor activities such as camping & hiking. Roaring Camp (17 min)
Family-friendly park offers train rides amid natural landscapes, seasonal routes & special events. Steamer Lane (8 min)
Famous cliffside surfing spot since the 1930s, featuring a surfing museum inside a lighthouse. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (14 min)
Amusement park offers a variety of games & rides right on a mile-long stretch of sandy beach. | 
