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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1255 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95010
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Mercantile
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a television, and a small kitchenette.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a brown leather sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden desk with a lamp, a television, and a framed cityscape picture on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a brown sofa, a small table with a remote control, a mirror, and a door leading to another room.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Bathtub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a brown sofa, a small table with a remote control, a standing floor lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a TV, desk, chair, and a sofa.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a television, and a small kitchenette.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a brown sofa, a small table with a remote control, a mirror, and a door leading to another room.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible, Balcony (Jetted Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a television, and a small kitchenette.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible (Mobility Accessible with Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a brown leather sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden desk with a lamp, a television, and a framed cityscape picture on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible, Bathtub (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a TV, desk, chair, and a sofa.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a brown sofa, a small table with a remote control, a standing floor lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible (Mobility Accessible with Bathtub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 84 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Hooper Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Capitola Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Capitola Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • 38th Avenue Beach Access - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Pleasure Point Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

At Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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 and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,711 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual fire alarm
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite premium channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services.

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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz
Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz Capitola
Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz Hotel
Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz Hotel Capitola
Santa Cruz Fairfield Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz-Capitola Hotel Capitola
Fairfield Inn And Suites Santa Cruz-Capitola
Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz Capitola Hotel
Fairfield Inn Suites Santa Cruz Capitola
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Santa Cruz
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

As of Oct 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola on Oct 19, 2026 start from $165, including 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's there to do around Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

This hotel is located in Santa Cruz, a short 12-minute walk from Monterey Bay and also 15 minutes on foot from Capitola Beach. You'll also find Capitola Wharf and 38th Avenue Beach Access less than a mile away.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola feature a casino?

No, Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

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

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola serves free continental breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola.

What is the closest airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

The closest major airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 12.5 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 26.8 mi away.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 746 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay there. The room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and a perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location Clean and maintained Quiet Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff at the front desk was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was clean, modern, functional, and located in an area that had plenty of options.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location- super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent room, Excellent room service, courteous and friendly staff. Nice breakfast. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is one of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean. The bed and the sofa bed were both comfortable. My family enjoyed the pool and the breakfast. Overall. We loved our stay and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An excellent hotel, very good value for families. Roughly 480 sq ft per room which is spacious enough. The balcony was a great addition. Breakfast was very good. We enjoyed our stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel! Friendly staff, clean, spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, great staff, very nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great, the staff were helpful and the breakfasts were good. The only bummer was the hot tub was being repaired, although I did get to use the last night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean. The bathroom were neat and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was so clean, love the service. Felt welcome to the suite.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean and a nice touch with fireplace in the sleeping area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The building is new. You can smell it. The stuf is friendly. I definitely recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great. Rooms were spacious and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay in June 2026. The property looks like it was recently built, or renovated. Everything felt new, fresh and clean. Staff was very courteous and helpful. Swimming pool and Jacuzzi were very nice and well maintained. Breakfast was good with a choice of healthy and fresh products.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026

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