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  • little haxby little haxby said

    I had selected this state park because it's the oldest in California, founded in 1902. The drive there once I got off 1 onto 9 was quite... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler little haxby
  • krup32 krup32 said

    So Meg and I ended up leaving the most beautiful place in America...Yosemite. Before we left, we stopped at Glacier Point which happened... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler krup32
  • Mark & Ciara Mark & Ciara said

    We loved Santa Cruz - it was really laid back and had a really good atmosphere. It was the stereotypical Calafornian beach town you'd ima... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler Mark & Ciara
  • vagabond vagabond said

    About 70 miles south of San Francisco and 48 Miles from San Jose, Santa Cruz is said to have more than 300 sunny days a year. A far cry f... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler vagabond
  • V&Rob V&Rob said

    Having left Moab after a morning's mountain biking, we had 21/2 days and the small matter of 990 miles to travel before going we got to s... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler V&Rob
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41 hotels found
  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 293 reviews from 5 sources

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    Coast Santa Cruz Hotel
    Based on 293 reviews from 5 sources.
    Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
    • "I would love to stay there again with the family." — source Orbitz

      "Beautiful hotel, excellent location on the beach, simple straightforward accommodations, even the restaurant is very good; terrific desk staff; only problem is inadequate heat in some rooms." — source Priceline

  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.2 out of 5 based on 46 reviews from 5 sources

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    Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
    Based on 46 reviews from 5 sources.
    Service: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 3.5 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
    • "I was there only for one night and it was a great experience." — source Orbitz

      "Yes I highly recommend Hotels." — source Hotels.com

  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 3.9 out of 5 based on 133 reviews from 5 sources

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    Inn At Pasatiempo
    Based on 133 reviews from 5 sources.
    Service: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
    • "Couple unfinished item in the room - but overall I was pleasantly surprised at the comfort and styling of the rooms." — source Expedia

      "Although this is an older hotel the rooms are pleasant and clean and I have found the staff to be helpful and accommodating." — source Orbitz

  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 3.9 out of 5 based on 63 reviews from 3 sources

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    Chaminade Resort And Spa
    Based on 63 reviews from 3 sources.
    Service: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
    • "We thought overall, it was a good value and will return when we are in Santa Cruz next. We also dined close by at the Cafe Cruz which was recommended by the massage therapist and the food." — source Travelocity

      "A great place to stay in Santa Cruz." — source Expedia

  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 3.8 out of 5 based on 258 reviews from 4 sources

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    Ocean Pacific Lodge
    Based on 258 reviews from 4 sources.
    Service: Rating of 3.7 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 3.9 out of 5
    • "I would recommend getting there earlier than the check-in time, because they only have one person that checks in people and I had to wait about 30 minutes just to get into my room because of the amount of people coming into the lodge at that time." — source Hotels.com

      "I would stay there again." — source Travelocity

  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 3.7 out of 5 based on 61 reviews from 3 sources

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    Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
    Based on 61 reviews from 3 sources.
    Service: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
    • ") Overall would stay here again for location and value." — source Hotels.com

      "I enjoyed my stay and not only would but have recommended The Bay Front Inn to friends." — source Travelocity

  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 7 reviews from 3 sources

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    Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
    Based on 7 reviews from 3 sources.
    Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
    • "I would definitely stay there again." — source Travelocity

      "Hotel was centrally located. It was close to the downtown area of Santa Cruz and not too far from the boardwalk." — source Priceline

  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 3.6 out of 5 based on 139 reviews from 5 sources

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    Ramada Limited Santa Cruz Water Street
    Based on 139 reviews from 5 sources.
    Service: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 3.9 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 3.7 out of 5
    • "Only thing I would recommend is replacing the mattress." — source Hotels.com

      "We paid almost $*, and walked into a room with make-up on the towels, food and junk still on the carpet and hair on the bathroom floor, and an overall shabby room." — source Travelocity

  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 3.7 out of 5 based on 77 reviews from 5 sources

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    Coastview Inn Santa Cruz
    Based on 77 reviews from 5 sources.
    Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 3.5 out of 5
    • "i recommend bringing your own pillows cuz their's are really flat." — source Hotels.com

      "It was overall a very good experience, and I would go back." — source Priceline

  • Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 3.5 out of 5 based on 222 reviews from 5 sources

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    Best Western All Suite Inn
    Based on 222 reviews from 5 sources.
    Service: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 3.1 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 3.7 out of 5
    • "The place was great and would stay again." — source Orbitz

      "The only reason why I would recommend this hotel is the fact that it is a suite with two separate rooms." — source Hotels.com

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