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Rio Sands Hotel
Room

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"We only stayed one night, but we loved it. Clean, quiet, walked to the beach and coffee shop. Above all the staff was super friendly and helpful. We plan to return."
The price is SAR 431
SAR 499 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Rio Sands Hotel
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Exterior

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Staff accommodated a request due to the first room being unsuitable to our needs. "
The price is SAR 392
SAR 452 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Pool

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"It was a great stay "
The price is SAR 484
SAR 557 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Hotel Solares
Pool

Hotel Solares

2.5 star property
6.4 out of 10, (1003)
"Staff nice "
The price is SAR 270
SAR 387 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Hotel Solares
Aqua Breeze Inn
Room

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Very convenient!! Nice beach closeness! "
The price is SAR 296
SAR 343 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Aqua Breeze Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Amazing property and staff! The room was bigger than expected and super comfy. Great mid century vibes and fun colors. Everything was very clean from the lobby to the smallest detail. Zero complaints!"
The price is SAR 896
SAR 1,021 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1150)
"Nice location. Restaurant was convenient, pretty good, but a bit on the expensive side. Would be nice if breakfast was included with room reservation. Overall, this was a nice place. I would consider returning."
The price is SAR 443
SAR 513 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Beach Retreat blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit .The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms
Natural Bridges State Park. Right down the street. The monarch butterfly's live in the eucalyptus in the fall.

Beach Retreat blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit .The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (182)
"Upon arriving to the house, we noticed how cool and cozy it felt Lots of space, short walk to the coast in a lovely neighborhood. Lots to do for fun. "
Beach Retreat blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit .The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms
Beautiful View...and 5 Houses from Boardwalk!
View from the back deck

Beautiful View...and 5 Houses from Boardwalk!

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (250)
"What a wonderful way for a family that is scattered across the US to gather to celebrate our youngest’s 50th birthday. The home was perfect in every way. This was our first experience with renting a home and were pleasantly surprised. We will definitely do it again."
Beautiful View...and 5 Houses from Boardwalk!
Surf City Inn and Suites
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Went for the weekend, close to the beach . Dope better than expected, really was pretty cool."
The price is SAR 258
SAR 321 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Surf City Inn and Suites
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Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Cruz like for family-friendly vacations?
The walkable destination of Santa Cruz is a great choice if you’ve been thinking about a vacation with the kids. The biking trails, beaches, and camping sites are just some of the things that make this a good place for family vacations. Arrange a flight into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Santa Cruz?
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it’s a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the kids include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 10 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Santa Cruz.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Cruz?
While you and your family are staying in Santa Cruz, you might want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Street, and Pacific Avenue. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Santa Cruz Wharf and Cowell’s Beach.