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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Start your mornings right with a complimentary continental breakfast at this Mediterranean hotel, just minutes from the boardwalk.
CA $198
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

2. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $115
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Carousel Beach Inn
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $198
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree in the background.
A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
  • A complimentary full breakfast awaits each morning, creating the perfect start to your Santa Cruz adventure just minutes from the boardwalk.
CA $175
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

5. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Start your morning with a complimentary buffet breakfast at this santa cruz retreat near the iconic boardwalk.
CA $193
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

6. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Start each day with a free continental breakfast at this hotel close to the boardwalk.
CA $149
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

7. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Wake up to fresh continental breakfast before exploring monterey bay's coastal charm.
CA $152
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Mission Inn
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
A breakfast area with a large mural of a vineyard, wooden furniture, and a buffet with various food items.
A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

8. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
CA $182
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.
A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Morning bliss begins with a free continental breakfast including vegetarian options, setting the stage for days of coastal adventure.
CA $198
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

10. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $219
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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Hotels with free breakfast and pools in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $198
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $149
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $193
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree in the background.
A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $175
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $198
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $219
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.
A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
CA $151
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A hotel room with two beds, a large painting, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a built-in island, a window with a view of the street, and a bench by the window.
A motel with a prominent 'Super 8' sign, a two-story structure with balconies, and a well-maintained garden area.
A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and balconies with potted plants.

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
CA $123
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
A breakfast area with a large mural of a vineyard, wooden furniture, and a buffet with various food items.
A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
CA $182
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.
A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.
A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
CA $209
CA $240 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

8/10 Good
"Staff was great. Facility was clearly older, yet clean and functional."
Cassandra 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"The room was clean , showers was good with good flow of water .The toilet make a loud , weird sound when you flush (Rm 133 ), maybe the maintenance guy can look at what's wrong with it .I was hoping there's some trees or vegetation ( flowers of some sort ) as shown in your Ad . But overall , it was a nice stay and close to the boardwalk and restaurants .Thank you !"
Josefina 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Close to beach with great views. Close to wharf and restaurants."
JoLynn 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"👍"
Rainier 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Mission Inn
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, hot tub, pool"
Cherla 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Solares
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

8/10 Good
"Wife and I stayed on Wednesday to Friday. Excellent everything But The Parking!!! The Parking lot is Marked with Narrrow spots (Compact only) . Not really suitable for a mid size or Full size pickups.. The Hot Tub and Pool were Perfect and the free Continental Breakfast was lacking eggs, but very Satisfying! Just off freeway and within minutes of the Boardwalk and eateries. We will stay here again!"
Tracy 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"Our stay was great however parking was horrible and the hot tub was dirt. I tried calling the front desk 4x I was hung up on then never answered. It was an easy walk to the boardwalk and the size of the room with 3 beds was surprisingly comfortable."
Lindsey 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Surf City Inn and Suites

Frequently asked questions

What are the top-rated hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz?
For top-rated hotels with complimentary breakfast in Santa Cruz, excellent choices include Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn, and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA.The 3-star Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, with a 9.0 rating, offers a fantastic free buffet breakfast, making it a great start to your day. Guests consistently praise the spacious and clean rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and its superb location.For a charming stay, the 3.5-star Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, rated 8.8, provides a free continental breakfast. Many rooms feature a deck or patio, superb for enjoying the coastal air. Its location is highly regarded, and the staff are described as extremely helpful.The 3.5-star West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn, boasting a 9.0 rating, includes a free full breakfast. This property is celebrated for its convenient location and its warm, friendly staff, who offer amazing hospitality in a beautiful house. Free self-parking and free WiFi are also available.Finally, the 3-star Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA, with an 8.8 rating, offers a free continental breakfast, including a convenient to-go option. Guests appreciate the comfortable and clean rooms, the quiet yet great location, and the friendly staff.
How much does a hotel with free breakfast in Santa Cruz cost?
Enjoy staying in a hotel with free breakfast in Santa Cruz, with plenty of properties from CA $135 offering top amenities. If you're leaning toward a little luxury, prices can rise, and may vary depending on the location, time of year, and hotel amenities. Be sure to book in advance to enjoy more options and potentially better rates, especially if you're planning a trip during weekends or around public holidays.
Which Santa Cruz hotels offer a highly-rated free breakfast?
For travellers seeking a highly-rated free breakfast in Santa Cruz, excellent options include Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, Mission Inn, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites, and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz.Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, with a superb 9.4 rating, offers guests a delicious and good free continental breakfast. Reviewers consistently praise the clean and big rooms, along with the friendly and amazing staff. The hotel also provides free wired internet in public areas and free WiFi.The 3-star La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, rated 9.2, provides a nice and delicious free breakfast, available on weekends too. Guests frequently comment on the spacious and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and great staff. Its location is often described as excellent and great.Mission Inn, boasting a 9.2 rating, offers a convenient and good free continental breakfast. Reviewers appreciate the comfortable and clean rooms, along with the helpful and professional staff. The location is often noted as convenient and great, and the comfortable beds receive positive feedback.The Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites, with a 9.2 rating, includes a great and good free continental breakfast. Guests praise the comfortable and clean rooms, the great and amazing staff, and its convenient location close to the beach. Free self-parking is also a valuable amenity.Finally, the 3-star Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, rated 9.0, features a great and good free buffet breakfast. Reviewers highlight the spacious and clean rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and the comfortable and clean beds.
What are the best Santa Cruz hotels with free breakfast and a pool?
For Santa Cruz hotels offering both complimentary breakfast and a refreshing pool, excellent options include Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, and Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites.The Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, with an impressive 9.4 rating, offers both a free continental breakfast and a lovely outdoor pool. Guests frequently praise the delicious breakfast and the great, amazing pool, alongside the clean, big rooms and friendly staff.The 3-star La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, rated 9.2, provides a free breakfast, including on weekends, and features a secured outdoor pool. Reviewers often highlight the nice, delicious breakfast, the spacious, clean rooms, and the excellent location.Another highly-rated choice is the Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites, with a 9.2 rating. This hotel provides a complimentary continental breakfast and offers a secured outdoor pool.
Are there any Santa Cruz hotels with free breakfast near Monterey Bay?
Yes, several hotels in Santa Cruz offer complimentary breakfast and are conveniently located near Monterey Bay.The 3-star La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, with a 9.2 rating, provides free breakfast, including continental options. Guests frequently mention the spacious and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and great staff.Another excellent option is the 3-star Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, rated 9.0. This hotel offers a free buffet breakfast and has received praise for its spacious and clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, and comfortable beds.
What are the best hotels in Santa Cruz with free breakfast and a fitness center?
For hotels in Santa Cruz offering both complimentary breakfast and a fitness centre, excellent choices include Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, and Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA.Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola boasts a superb 9.4 review rating. Guests frequently praise its delicious breakfast and spacious, clean rooms. The hotel provides a fitness centre that is accessible and open 24 hours, alongside free continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi.The 3-star La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, with a 9.2 rating, offers a nice, delicious free breakfast, with guests frequently commenting on its friendly staff and spacious, clean rooms. This hotel also features 24-hour accessible fitness facilities and free Wi-Fi.Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites has a 9.2 rating and is popular for its great breakfast and comfortable, clean rooms. It offers free continental breakfast, free self-parking, and a fitness centre, making it a convenient choice for travellers.Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, a 3-star hotel rated 9.0, provides a great free buffet breakfast and spacious, clean rooms with comfortable beds. Its fitness facilities are a welcome amenity, and the hotel also offers free Wi-Fi.Finally, Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA, with a 9.0 rating, is known for its great free buffet breakfast and attentive, helpful staff. Guests appreciate the spacious, clean rooms and the free self-parking.
Which Santa Cruz hotels with free breakfast have the best customer service?
For Santa Cruz hotels offering complimentary breakfast and excellent customer service, travellers frequently praise Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, and Mission Inn.Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, with an impressive 9.4 rating, offers free continental breakfast and free WiFi. Reviewers consistently highlight the amazing and friendly staff, making for a very welcoming stay.The 3-star La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, rated 9.2, provides free breakfast, including on weekends, and free WiFi. Guests often praise the customer service as great and the staff as friendly, ensuring a pleasant experience.
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