Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG provides amenities like free full breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(130 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.
    Ocean Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.
    Pacific Avenue
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.
    Mission Santa Cruz
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Taqueria Los Pericos
    12 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    9 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    10 min walk
  • Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz
    17 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

  • Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG provides amenities like free full breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
    • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and a water dispenser
    • Multilingual staff, a computer station, and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
  • Room features
  • All 100 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG on Nov 3, 2026 start from CA $176, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is steps from Ocean Street, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Pacific Avenue and Town Clock are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 776 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1294 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were very helpful during the sign in process. The breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great location and clean room ! would visit again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, quiet, responsive, and location local to many areas of Santa Cruz.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect stay and clean place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Whenever we go to santa cruz to visit our son, we always stay in Holiday Inn Express. The rooms are clean and the staffs are friendly and helpful. We feel comfortable and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean hotel - nice staff. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Definitely nice and clean, and great breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was clean and newly renovated, the bed was new. Had a terrific night's sleep. Really enjoyed our stay will book with them again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super clean! We often stay at hotels along the coast, near the water. They can often smell like mold/mildew. This place was clean and no unpleasant odors. The staff was friendly and the cost of parking was reasonable!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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The computer booking system was down and we couldn’t check in, but the helpful desk person gave us a parking pass and we got something to eat while we waited for the system to come back online. The breakfast buffet was wonderful - bacon crispy, pancake machine a marvel of convenience. The whole property is very locked down (in a good way) from the denizens who linger on Ocean Blvd. The room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great. Place people super nice sergio was great costumer service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Check in was quick, room is clean and this location has food options in walking distance, breakfast is OK but not many options and parking is $20 per day. Good thing is they have a Tesla EV charger for two parkings
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Property was clean. Room was clean. Didn't need to interact with staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My stay was amazing! I had a Karen coming to my door but the staff handled it perfectly. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms are updated and clean. It is close to the freeway and the drive to downtown and the boardwalk isn’t too bad. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Cleaner room, doors were loud, maybe complimentary water for guest and cleaner restroom. Friendly front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location ~ close to the Beach Broadwalk and the Wharf. Rooms were recently renovated, so it was clean, quiet and the beds very comfortable. Very hot water in the shower. The microwave & mini fridge was greatly appreciated. Breakfast was very good with fresh pancakes, oatmeal, eggs, biscuits / gravy, bagels + good coffee. The staff was friendly during check -in and check out. $20 daily parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Hotel was clean and close to a few restaurants. The breakfast was only fair.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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The rooms are very nice remodeled rooms the bathroom door locked on us which was a down fall idk how the bathroom door locks like that. Parking is the worse the parking spaces are super small dont drive a truck or suv their nearly impossible to park and get out of your car. Not sure who designed the parking. Didn't get to use the pool or gym this time around but pool was decent size just lots of ppl there Breakfeast was delicious just get there early food runs out and you'll have to wait
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location very nice room; great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great. Loved the pool too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice room! Friendly and helpful staff! I would definitely go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Honestly I love this place. We never Will stay anywhere else when visiting the area. We always feel welcome, the staff is helpful, and the location is wonderful. My only complaint this time around is the staff started cleaning breakfast up very early. Breakfast was advertised until 10am and the staff was cleaning breakfast up 30 min early each time. Now we are early risers, however getting our six year old up and out of the room in a timely manner isn’t always easy. So two of our four mornings were a little difficult as we had to rush to get our food. And a few times we had to ask for stuff to be restocked like creamer, pancake mix, bowls, etc. other than the breakfast staff, everything was A++ as usual. The food tasted great, the complimentary soaps, blackout curtains in the room, tv, air conditioning, unlimited hot water, all of it is the reason why we will always stay with Holiday Inn by IHG. Thanks again for a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was very nice stay the room was clean. However the pool looked green. In their defense it was fully booked and a lot of guests were parked over the lines making it less parking spaces in the parking garage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026