Hotel Solares

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
24/7 front desk
Parking included
Housekeeping
Air conditioning

Explore the area

600 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
‪11 min walk‬
Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
‪13 min walk‬
Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
‪47 min drive‬

Room options

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

350 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

520 sq ft
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Refrigerator & Microwave

710 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

350 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

520 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

520 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz within a short walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Hotel Solares is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Monterey Bay. This 79-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬7 min walk
‪Los Viejones - ‬5 min walk
‪Five Guys CA-1768 1101 Pacific Ave - ‬9 min walk
‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬4 min walk
‪Sesame Korean Grill - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Solares

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Guests of Hotel Solares enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and free newspapers. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers litter boxes. Additional amenities include a terrace, a TV in a common area, and a picnic area.

Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Similar properties

Pool
Hot Tub
Spa
Pet friendly

$73 nightly

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

Outdoor pool
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Grocery/convenience store
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

2 buildings
3 floors
Built in 1989
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 200 per stay
Dogs only
1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Pets may not be left unsupervised
Litter boxes are available
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Pet deposit: USD 200 per stay
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
A late check-out fee will be charged
Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 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.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Solares Santa Cruz

Solares Santa Cruz

Hotel Solares Hotel

Hotel Solares Santa Cruz

Hotel Solares Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Solares?

Hotel Solares provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Hotel Solares?

This hotel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Street, and Pacific Avenue. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Mystery Spot within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Solares?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Hotel Solares feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Solares doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Solares?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Solares a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Solares?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Solares have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Solares doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Solares allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Solares for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides litter boxes. A deposit of USD 200 per stay is collected.

Does Hotel Solares have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Hotel Solares?

The closest major airport to Hotel Solares is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 16.3 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Solares?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio.

Hotel Solares Reviews

6.6

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

jessie

Aug 20, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sage

Jul 20, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arden

Jul 20, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daisy

Traveled with family

Jul 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hotel Solares was a great experience overall. We enjoyed staying at this hotel and will probably come back for our next visit. It’s very walkable to multiple restaurants as well as the Santa Cruz boardwalk itself. The amenities were very clean and even though they were right outside our bedroom, there was not much noise coming from them. The one issue we did have was the parking, we could not find parking spots on Saturday night. We had a parking pass for the hotel since it requires it and we still could not find parking. We also noticed there were multiple cars parked that did not have a pass. This was pretty unfair. We ended up parking in an area that wasn’t for parking but the hotel reception stated it was okay and in the morning, I moved my car when some spots opened up. This is something I definitely think the hotel should address somehow. We pay for the parking and we didn’t get any parking spaces. Everything else that was good definitely outweighed the bad so still overall a good experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jul 20, 2025

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

Great for families!

Great location, family friendly, comfortable rooms, helpful front desk, dog friendly.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family

Jul 20, 2025

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

Great room for the price. Clean

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

delphina

Jul 18, 2025

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

Everything was fine, I wasn’t happy about check in. When I booked check in time was 3:00 pm I got a text from the hotel that I couldn’t check in untill 4:00 pm but I could get on a waiting list. I arrived early 12:30, asked about the list and was told if I pay 35.00$ I could check in at 1:00 pm. On check out Dayi left early. I got a text from Hotel Solares saying I could check out later at 1:00 pm for 40.00$. It felt like for a few dollars more………….

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

joefson

Jul 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Parking can be an issue

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Traveled with family

Jul 18, 2025

Disappointed

The room smelled smoky like Marijuana. There was no hot water. The bed had hair all over the sheets and pillows.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L

Jul 15, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jesus

Jul 14, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elysa

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 13, 2025

Disliked: Amenities

Doe the price the hotel is okay, but if you stay more then a day you will be doing the towel fetching and sheet changing

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Jul 12, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Traveled with family

Jul 12, 2025

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

Great stay and great price

The hotel was great. It has been tastefully remodeled and we really enjoyed our stay. It was convenient and walking distance to the Boardwalk and many restaurants. Check in and check out was a breeze. We will absolutely stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rodrigo

Jul 6, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Traveled with family

Jul 5, 2025

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

Roach infested hotel

Roaches! This hotel has roaches crawling all over it. My room had tiny roaches all over the walls. It was dirty and smelled bad, it did not look like they cleaned it. I complained about the bugs and was told I should check out without a refund if I didn’t like it. When I did check out they called to tell me that they were keeping my deposit because the room smelled. That’s how they gave it to me! I honestly feel like they kept my deposit as retaliation for complaining about the their roach infestation. This place is disgusting and the staff are rude and scammers. I traveled with my 1 year old and my 12 year old daughters, this hotel ruined our entire experience. Don’t trust this place

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with family

Jul 3, 2025

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

Weekend get away

Staff very friendly only concern they put a 150.00 hold on my credit card and 4 days later still after check out and no reason so have to deal with that aspect and not happy

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas, Long Beach

Business traveler

Jun 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was very good. Ckean spot

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family

Jun 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great spot close to Boardwalk.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Jun 28, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Traveled with family and small children

Jun 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

It's run down and some things are dangerous like broken cement edges of the pool. I used to stay here years ago and it was nice, now I don't wanna stay here again and I visit Santa Cruz often.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Jun 25, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family

Jun 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I love that it was only 10 mins walk from the boardwalk. Dogs are welcomed. Staff were nice and helpful. Rooms were clean. The upgrade price wasn’t that bad. Quiet place and area. Pool and hot tub were available. They should bring the breakfast back and have the coffee machine available 24/7 especially it’s always cold in santa cruz. We loved our stay and we recommend the hotel for sure!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Jun 23, 2025

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

Nice Stay with Friends

We stayed overnight and had a good stay. They pushed our checkin time to 4pm but they also pushed our check out time to 12pm, which was ok with us! Our room was clean, parking was available, and we slept peacefully. Although we had wifi, the guys were bummed they couldn’t connect the PlayStation to it. We would definitely stay there again. The only issue I had was connecting with them by phone prior to using Hotels.com. I booked directly with them, yet when I called 2 days before, they didn’t have my reservation although all of my information was given to them. He said they would call me back, yet I never received a call back. Luckily, one of the rooms was available on Hotels.com. I would advise that if you use this hotel, book through Hotels.com. It would be the best way to go, especially since all communication is provided through the site. Other than that, all went well. Oh, be prepared to have the hotel to hold $150 on your card. We got it back timely but I wasn’t made aware prior.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025