| the straightforward rooms feature 40-inch tvs with premium cable, free wi-fi, coffeemakers and work desks. kids aged 13 and under stay with a parent for no charge. there's also a seasonal heated outdoor pool. microwaves and minifridges are available on request. this low-rise motel is 7 minutes walk from santa cruz beach boardwalk, 4 miles from natural bridges state beach and a mile from santa cruz wharf. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. perks include complimentary continental breakfast and parking
San Francisco International Airport 1 hr 6
Seacliff State Beach (16 min)
Versatile state beach offers a variety of outdoor activities such as camping & hiking. Santa Cruz Wharf (7 min)
Beach shops, seafood restaurants, sea lions & fishing draw crowds to this landmark bayside pier. Giant Dipper (8 min)
Iconic red & white wooden roller coaster dating to 1924 overlooking the beach & wharf. Roaring Camp (18 min)
Family-friendly park offers train rides amid natural landscapes, seasonal routes & special events. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (11 min)
Featuring a variety of forested areas, this park offers camping, fishing, hiking & picnic spots. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (7 min)
Amusement park offers a variety of games & rides right on a mile-long stretch of sandy beach. Natural Bridges State Beach (11 min)
Butterflies, park, and surfing The Mystery Spot (12 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 (7 min)
Iconic spot with a lighthouse offers a variety of vistas & pathways for dog walking & strolling. Wilder Ranch State Park (13 min)
Natural landscape with diverse activities including hiking trails, picnic areas & horseback riding. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum (7 min)
Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse. Capitola Beach (14 min)
Popular beach located in Capitola Village features gentle surf, swimming & volleyball & shops. Steamer Lane (7 min)
Famous cliffside surfing spot since the 1930s, featuring a surfing museum inside a lighthouse. Santa Cruz Beach (9 min)
Popular beach features a boardwalk with numerous restaurants, amusement park rides & surf shops. | 
