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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Capitola Beach

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Lobby
Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Free daily continental breakfast
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Gym
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Your area essentials

Map
1255 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95010
  • Popular LocationCapitola Beach15 min walk
  • Popular LocationCapitola Wharf17 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk8 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)44 min drive

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Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View | Living room | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola places you within a leisurely stroll of Capitola Beach and Hooper Beach. This 84-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Capitola Beach - 15 min walk
  • Capitola Wharf - 17 min walk
  • Pleasure Point Park - 3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal): 18-min drive, 12.5 mi/20.2 km<br /> Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY): 47-min drive, 38.2 mi/61.4 km<br /> Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC): 45-min drive, 37.3 mi/60 km<br /> Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal): 43-min drive, 35.7 mi/57.4 km<br /> <p>The preferred airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). </p>

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 13 min walk
  • Chili's Grill & Bar - 10 min walk
  • Verve Coffee Roasters - 8 min walk
  • Taqueria Vallarta - 7 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Hotel with free breakfast, near Capitola Beach
At Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. 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 iPod docks, sofa beds, and sitting areas. 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.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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
  • Free self parking on site
  • 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

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • 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
  • Built in 2011
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Twin sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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

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

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • 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. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • 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.
  • 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 May 11, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola on May 12, 2024 start from $144.0, 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's there to do around Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

Guests enjoy the hotel's beach location in Santa Cruz based on their ratings, and it's a short 15-minute walk from Capitola Beach and also 17 minutes on foot from Capitola Wharf. You'll also find Hooper Beach and The Hook less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and free Internet access as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

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.

Are there rooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 730 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

June

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, staff was great! Breakfast was great, only wish they had potatoes. Location was covenant. They had crib for baby. All around great, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Great hotel! Quiet and clean. Great breakfast and coffee and we appreciated the locked parking garage.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

AURORA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big rooms, great pool, amazing free breakfast, free parking and walking to pleasure point
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value
will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024