Best Boutique Hotels in Santa Cruz
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
The 4-star upscale Dream Inn Santa Cruz is situated in a popular area of Santa Cruz, 250 m from Sanctuary Exploration Center and around 15 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Boasting access to the 65-acre California Natural Bridges State Beach, 3.1 km away, the upscale hotel includes a sundeck, a patio, and a shared lounge providing guests with air-conditioned rooms.
The Dream Inn has 165 rooms appointed with complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as self-catering options such as tea and coffee making equipment. Bedrooms come with couch beds. They offer views of the pool.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
The 4-star upscale Dream Inn Santa Cruz is situated in a popular area of Santa Cruz, 250 m from Sanctuary Exploration Center and around 15 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Boasting access to the 65-acre California Natural Bridges State Beach, 3.1 km away, the upscale hotel includes a sundeck, a patio, and a shared lounge providing guests with air-conditioned rooms.
The Dream Inn has 165 rooms appointed with complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as self-catering options such as tea and coffee making equipment. Bedrooms come with couch beds. They offer views of the pool.
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Top location
Pacific Blue Inn
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The 4-star Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz is situated in Downtown Santa Cruz with vintage clothing stores, cafes and galleries, just a 12-minute walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and boasts a sun deck, a courtyard, and a golf course. The hotel also provides bicycle rentals to explore the area.
This eco-friendly hotel offers rooms with a patio and a sitting area complete with ironing facilities. The rooms have an attached bathroom. Offering such amenities as hairdryers and towels, the bathrooms also include a separate toilet and a shower. Staying at this property, guests can enjoy views of the garden.
Pacific Blue Inn
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Pacific Blue Inn
The 4-star Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz is situated in Downtown Santa Cruz with vintage clothing stores, cafes and galleries, just a 12-minute walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and boasts a sun deck, a courtyard, and a golf course. The hotel also provides bicycle rentals to explore the area.
This eco-friendly hotel offers rooms with a patio and a sitting area complete with ironing facilities. The rooms have an attached bathroom. Offering such amenities as hairdryers and towels, the bathrooms also include a separate toilet and a shower. Staying at this property, guests can enjoy views of the garden.
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Offering a lobby area, the perfect West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Santa Cruz lies in the Cowell Beach district, 0.9 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and approximately a 25-minute walk from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach. Located 2.4 km from the Ocean View Park, this 4-star hotel features 10 rooms with views of the sea.
Tea/coffee making equipment along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels are provided in each of the allergy-friendly rooms at the West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Santa Cruz. The rooms include a private bathroom. Bathrooms, equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, also feature hair dryers and bathrobes.
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Offering a lobby area, the perfect West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Santa Cruz lies in the Cowell Beach district, 0.9 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and approximately a 25-minute walk from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach. Located 2.4 km from the Ocean View Park, this 4-star hotel features 10 rooms with views of the sea.
Tea/coffee making equipment along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels are provided in each of the allergy-friendly rooms at the West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Santa Cruz. The rooms include a private bathroom. Bathrooms, equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, also feature hair dryers and bathrobes.
Cheap Boutique Hotels in Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 28 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Featuring limousine and car rentals, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the designer Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection Santa Cruz is only a 12-minute walk from the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre". Boasting views of the city, along with a hot tub, a sun terrace, and spa therapy, this 4-star hotel is located near a train station.
The air-conditioned rooms are appointed with climate control, such modern amenities as free Wi-Fi and an iPod dock, and offer private bathrooms with a rainfall showerhead and a deep soaking bathtub. Appointed with a parquet floor and hardwood flooring, the rooms also come with tea and coffee making equipment. Guests will find a hair dryer and towels in bathrooms fitted with a rainfall showerhead and a deep soaking bathtub.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 28 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Featuring limousine and car rentals, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the designer Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection Santa Cruz is only a 12-minute walk from the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre". Boasting views of the city, along with a hot tub, a sun terrace, and spa therapy, this 4-star hotel is located near a train station.
The air-conditioned rooms are appointed with climate control, such modern amenities as free Wi-Fi and an iPod dock, and offer private bathrooms with a rainfall showerhead and a deep soaking bathtub. Appointed with a parquet floor and hardwood flooring, the rooms also come with tea and coffee making equipment. Guests will find a hair dryer and towels in bathrooms fitted with a rainfall showerhead and a deep soaking bathtub.
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Great deal
Hampton Inn Morgan Hill
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Located 4.3 km from shopping venues such as Cochrane Plaza Shopping Center, the 3-star Hampton Inn Morgan Hill includes luggage storage. The inn helps guests keep fit with a 24-hour fitness centre on site and offers a meeting room for corporate travellers.
There are 101 rooms at the hotel, each of them has an iron and ironing board, and an air conditioner, as well as entertainment amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with a writing table, and also feature coffee/tea making facilities.
Hampton Inn Morgan Hill
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Hampton Inn Morgan Hill
Located 4.3 km from shopping venues such as Cochrane Plaza Shopping Center, the 3-star Hampton Inn Morgan Hill includes luggage storage. The inn helps guests keep fit with a 24-hour fitness centre on site and offers a meeting room for corporate travellers.
There are 101 rooms at the hotel, each of them has an iron and ironing board, and an air conditioner, as well as entertainment amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with a writing table, and also feature coffee/tea making facilities.
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Beach access
Seal Cove Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Offering a sun deck, a library, and a golf course, the 3-star Seal Cove Inn Half Moon Bay lies in a business area of Half Moon Bay, 2.9 km from the Montara State Beach and only a 12-minute walk from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This comfortable hotel features bicycles for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.
This accommodation has 11 rooms, comprising a patio and a balcony. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with tea and coffee making equipment, are offered. The rooms have a private bathroom. Also, the separate bedrooms are furnished with a wardrobe. Providing a spa bathtub and a walk-in shower, some bathrooms come with a dryer. Guests can take advantage of views of the garden.
Seal Cove Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Seal Cove Inn
Offering a sun deck, a library, and a golf course, the 3-star Seal Cove Inn Half Moon Bay lies in a business area of Half Moon Bay, 2.9 km from the Montara State Beach and only a 12-minute walk from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This comfortable hotel features bicycles for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.
This accommodation has 11 rooms, comprising a patio and a balcony. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with tea and coffee making equipment, are offered. The rooms have a private bathroom. Also, the separate bedrooms are furnished with a wardrobe. Providing a spa bathtub and a walk-in shower, some bathrooms come with a dryer. Guests can take advantage of views of the garden.
Small Boutique Hotels Santa Cruz
Staybridge Suites Silicon Valley - Milpitas By Ihg
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
The comfortable 3-star Staybridge Suites Silicon Valley - Milpitas By Ihg hotel, located a mere 500 metres from the Milpitas Square, features a cash machine and a lift. Boasting the opportunity to go on a picnic by Coyote Creek, which runs merely 1.3 km away, the newly-refreshed hotel offers to relax in an outdoor swimming pool.
Comprising a seating area and a living room, the allergy-friendly rooms welcome guests with an air conditioner, and offer free Wi-Fi and premium cable channels. Other comforts include a full-sized refrigerator, an oven, and a dishwasher for self-catering.
Staybridge Suites Silicon Valley - Milpitas By Ihg
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Staybridge Suites Silicon Valley - Milpitas By Ihg
The comfortable 3-star Staybridge Suites Silicon Valley - Milpitas By Ihg hotel, located a mere 500 metres from the Milpitas Square, features a cash machine and a lift. Boasting the opportunity to go on a picnic by Coyote Creek, which runs merely 1.3 km away, the newly-refreshed hotel offers to relax in an outdoor swimming pool.
Comprising a seating area and a living room, the allergy-friendly rooms welcome guests with an air conditioner, and offer free Wi-Fi and premium cable channels. Other comforts include a full-sized refrigerator, an oven, and a dishwasher for self-catering.
Dinah'S Garden Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Heated swimming pool
The 4-star Dinah'S Garden Hotel Palo Alto provides proximity to the Klein Park, which is located nearly a 25-minute walk away. Treat yourself to rooms overlooking the pool and benefit from the allergy-free dry cleaning service and a self-serve laundry.
The 92 rooms are allergy-friendly and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea makers. Some rooms include a private bathroom. Bathrooms come with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.
Dinah'S Garden Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Heated swimming pool
Dinah'S Garden Hotel
The 4-star Dinah'S Garden Hotel Palo Alto provides proximity to the Klein Park, which is located nearly a 25-minute walk away. Treat yourself to rooms overlooking the pool and benefit from the allergy-free dry cleaning service and a self-serve laundry.
The 92 rooms are allergy-friendly and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea makers. Some rooms include a private bathroom. Bathrooms come with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.
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Eco-friendly stay
Hampton Inn Union City
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
The 3-star smoke-free Hampton Inn Union City is located just 0.9 km from Union Landing and offers tour/ticket assistance for better sightseeing in Union City. Boasting a location right near the Union Landing Shopping Center, this welcoming hotel includes 90 rooms and an indoor pool.
Hampton Inn Union City features air-conditioned rooms appointed with an ironing set as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Hampton Inn Union City
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Hampton Inn Union City
The 3-star smoke-free Hampton Inn Union City is located just 0.9 km from Union Landing and offers tour/ticket assistance for better sightseeing in Union City. Boasting a location right near the Union Landing Shopping Center, this welcoming hotel includes 90 rooms and an indoor pool.
Hampton Inn Union City features air-conditioned rooms appointed with an ironing set as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Boutique Hotels [city] Downtown
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Best-rated
The Inn At Saratoga, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 10 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Located just 450 metres from Wildwood Public Park, the comfortable 4-star The Inn At Saratoga, Tapestry Collection By Hilton features Wi-Fi in public areas and private car parking on site. The smoke-free inn boasts a convenient location with a view of Historic Saratoga Village and is in close proximity to the shopping mall "Historic Saratoga Village".
The air-conditioned rooms comprise a balcony, and offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless internet along with coffee and tea making equipment. There air-conditioned rooms are fitted with antique furniture including a writing table.
The Inn At Saratoga, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 10 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
The Inn At Saratoga, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Located just 450 metres from Wildwood Public Park, the comfortable 4-star The Inn At Saratoga, Tapestry Collection By Hilton features Wi-Fi in public areas and private car parking on site. The smoke-free inn boasts a convenient location with a view of Historic Saratoga Village and is in close proximity to the shopping mall "Historic Saratoga Village".
The air-conditioned rooms comprise a balcony, and offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless internet along with coffee and tea making equipment. There air-conditioned rooms are fitted with antique furniture including a writing table.
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Beach access
Oceano Hotel And Spa Half Moon Bay Harbor
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Patio
Offering spacious rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, the 4-star Oceano Hotel And Spa Half Moon Bay Harbor El Granada is 2.3 km from the Pillar Point Bluff and about a 25-minute walk from the large Quarry Park. Featuring hiking and fishing along with a lounge bar at the premises, the hotel overlooks the harbour and is nestled a stone's throw from the craft Half Moon Bay Distillery.
The property features 60 rooms with a balcony and a terrace, furnished with a writing table. Along with coffee/tea making facilities, such essentials as air conditioning are also available. For guests' comfort, hair dryers and towels are offered in the en-suite bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.
Oceano Hotel And Spa Half Moon Bay Harbor
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Patio
Oceano Hotel And Spa Half Moon Bay Harbor
Offering spacious rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, the 4-star Oceano Hotel And Spa Half Moon Bay Harbor El Granada is 2.3 km from the Pillar Point Bluff and about a 25-minute walk from the large Quarry Park. Featuring hiking and fishing along with a lounge bar at the premises, the hotel overlooks the harbour and is nestled a stone's throw from the craft Half Moon Bay Distillery.
The property features 60 rooms with a balcony and a terrace, furnished with a writing table. Along with coffee/tea making facilities, such essentials as air conditioning are also available. For guests' comfort, hair dryers and towels are offered in the en-suite bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.
Posada De San Juan
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Offering spacious rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, Posada De San Juan San Juan Bautista is 350 metres from Castro-Breen Adobe and a 5-minute walk from the Fremont Peak State Park. The hotel entices guests with a summer terrace, a shared lounge, and a golf course as well as views of the hills.
The allergy-free rooms are appointed with an in-room fireplace and a parquet floor and comprise a sitting area and a living room. The rooms offer a historic decor. Bathrooms feature a spa bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower/bath combination along with a shower cap and towels.
Posada De San Juan
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Posada De San Juan
Offering spacious rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, Posada De San Juan San Juan Bautista is 350 metres from Castro-Breen Adobe and a 5-minute walk from the Fremont Peak State Park. The hotel entices guests with a summer terrace, a shared lounge, and a golf course as well as views of the hills.
The allergy-free rooms are appointed with an in-room fireplace and a parquet floor and comprise a sitting area and a living room. The rooms offer a historic decor. Bathrooms feature a spa bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower/bath combination along with a shower cap and towels.
Small Boutique Hotels in Santa Cruz
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Guest favorite
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
- In-room breakfast
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Garden area
Located approximately a 10-minute ride from the private research Stanford University, the 3-star eco-friendly The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers Wi-Fi in public areas and parking. The hotel is a good starting point for Palo Alto's sports attractions, including the Rengstorff Park & Pool, which is 2.8 km away.
The rooms overlook the city and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless internet along with tea and coffee making equipment. There are spacious bedrooms and private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet provided.
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
- In-room breakfast
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Garden area
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Located approximately a 10-minute ride from the private research Stanford University, the 3-star eco-friendly The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers Wi-Fi in public areas and parking. The hotel is a good starting point for Palo Alto's sports attractions, including the Rengstorff Park & Pool, which is 2.8 km away.
The rooms overlook the city and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless internet along with tea and coffee making equipment. There are spacious bedrooms and private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet provided.
Intercontinental The Clement Monterey By Ihg
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Offering a restaurant, Intercontinental The Clement Monterey By Ihg Hotel lies in Cannery Row with numerous restaurants, shops, and the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, 2 km from the Dali Expo and a 13-minute stroll from Church of Christ. Located just 1.9 km from Old Fisherman's Wharf, the resort offers views of the sea and a heated swimming pool.
Some rooms include individual climate control and ironing facilities, as well as a mini-fridge-bar and coffee/tea making machines for guests' utmost comfort. Some rooms have tile flooring and private bathrooms.
Intercontinental The Clement Monterey By Ihg
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Intercontinental The Clement Monterey By Ihg
Offering a restaurant, Intercontinental The Clement Monterey By Ihg Hotel lies in Cannery Row with numerous restaurants, shops, and the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, 2 km from the Dali Expo and a 13-minute stroll from Church of Christ. Located just 1.9 km from Old Fisherman's Wharf, the resort offers views of the sea and a heated swimming pool.
Some rooms include individual climate control and ironing facilities, as well as a mini-fridge-bar and coffee/tea making machines for guests' utmost comfort. Some rooms have tile flooring and private bathrooms.
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Beach access
Seven Gables Inn On Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf centre
- Garden area
The charming 4-star Seven Gables Inn On Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Pacific Grove includes whale watching along with setting about a 5-minute stroll from Lover's Point Beach. Area attractions, including the 1-acre Berwick Park, are located in proximity to the oceanfront inn.
The rooms have a patio and a seating area, along with coffee/tea making facilities for your convenience. The rooms have tile floors. Providing a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, the bathrooms also have bathrobes and towels. The rooms also face the sea.
Seven Gables Inn On Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Seven Gables Inn On Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
The charming 4-star Seven Gables Inn On Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Pacific Grove includes whale watching along with setting about a 5-minute stroll from Lover's Point Beach. Area attractions, including the 1-acre Berwick Park, are located in proximity to the oceanfront inn.
The rooms have a patio and a seating area, along with coffee/tea making facilities for your convenience. The rooms have tile floors. Providing a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, the bathrooms also have bathrobes and towels. The rooms also face the sea.
Small Luxury Hotels Santa Cruz
Tradewinds Carmel
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Golf centre
- Garden area
The smoke-free Tradewinds Carmel Hotel features free newspapers and an outdoor fireplace, and lies only a 7-minute walk from the Carmel Plaza. Staying active is easy with a golf playground available for guests at this 4-star hotel.
The rooms feature an air conditioner, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' utmost comfort. The rooms offer elegant furniture including a wardrobe. Make sure to use hair dryers and dressing gowns offered in the private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. The rooms at Tradewinds Carmel Hotel offer views of the ocean.
Tradewinds Carmel
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Tradewinds Carmel
The smoke-free Tradewinds Carmel Hotel features free newspapers and an outdoor fireplace, and lies only a 7-minute walk from the Carmel Plaza. Staying active is easy with a golf playground available for guests at this 4-star hotel.
The rooms feature an air conditioner, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' utmost comfort. The rooms offer elegant furniture including a wardrobe. Make sure to use hair dryers and dressing gowns offered in the private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. The rooms at Tradewinds Carmel Hotel offer views of the ocean.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Boutique Hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Dream Inn Santa Cruz |
8.7 / 10 (725 Reviews) |
From 222$ | |
| Pacific Blue Inn |
8.6 / 10 (331 Reviews) |
From 159$ | |
| West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn |
8.8 / 10 (239 Reviews) |
From 299$ | |
| Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection |
7.9 / 10 (514 Reviews) |
From 192$ | |
| Hampton Inn Morgan Hill |
9.0 / 10 (244 Reviews) |
From 107$ |
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