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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

3.0 star property
Hotel in Santa Cruz with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Lobby lounge
Terrace/patio
Reception
40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Property amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

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2956 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Natural Bridges State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Natural Bridges State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilder Ranch State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony (Hearing Accessible)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony (Hearing Accessible)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz within a 5-minute walk of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is within a 15-minute stroll of Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve. This 3-star hotel has 82 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Natural Bridges State Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Natural Bridges State Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wilder Ranch State Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of California, Santa Cruz - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Parish Publick House - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Hotel in Santa Cruz with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
At Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a hot tub, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 990 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (42 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz Hotel
Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz
Fairfield Inn Marriott Santa Cruz CA Hotel
Fairfield Inn Marriott Santa Cruz CA
Fairfield Inn Suites Santa Cruz
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA?

As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA on Dec 7, 2025 start from $109.65, 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.

What can I see near Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA?

This hotel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz within a 10-minute walk of Natural Bridges State Park, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, and Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA feature a casino on the premises?

No, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs and partial ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA serves free continental breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA though service animals are welcome.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA?

The closest major airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 18.2 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA?

Yes, some guestrooms at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA offer a balcony and may feature ocean views.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 654 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property looked clean and the lobby was clean. When we got into our room we noticed there was a stain on our pillow
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New/updated property. Just up the hill from the beach (a few minute drive).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was great. The breakfast was just OK,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galen

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
John was very helpful in booking additional rooms. The staff here goes beyond the norm to be helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evgenii, Austin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is new and very clean. Parking is free. The stuff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Covient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well maintained and looked like they had a recent refresh. Lobby was very nice. Our receptionist John was outstanding and friendly. Room was nice and the bed was comfortable. Bathroom was clean with good water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

david

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tolite had poop between seat and bowl when seat lifted. Gross and inexcusably
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

katelyn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I could not get an ADA room it did not have it at the check in. Spent 1 hour to find a room with 2 beds Bathroom was not ADA. The lift to the hot tub and pool did not work. Again the pool and hot tub lift was not available just like my Sacramento. It seems I always have hotel problems regarding ADA rooms and lift. It been so bad my experience with Expedia. Third party has a lot of disadvantages
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

NINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel super clean with the friendly staff, great breakfast/ coffee in the morning !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ramesh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No welcome drink or snacks which I saw the previous guest got. Staff could be little more friendly after all it’s hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

miguel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

Check in was great, John was super friendly..room was nice and spacious.. the breakfast was disappointing and we would have stayed a second night however the price jumped $100 for the same room which is mind boggling wanted to spend more time in the area but due to that price increase that wasn’t gonna happen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alyssa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no key cards and the pool was dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandra Sivaranjan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeralyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elsa

Traveled with family
It was great, just the person above us made a lot of noise walking loud
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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