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Featured Santa Cruz 5 Stars Hotels
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
1.13 mi from city center
$279 nightly
The price is $317 total per night
$317 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Guests staying at Dream Inn Santa Cruz enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is offered for USD 40.00 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach resort include meeting rooms, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Pool
Spa
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
1 mi from city center
$420 nightly
The price is $472 total per night
$472 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Guests staying at La Bahia Hotel and Spa enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Valet parking is offered for USD 50.00 per night. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and meeting rooms.
Pool
Hot Tub
Chaminade Resort & Spa
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
2.5 mi from city center
$177 nightly
The price is $198 total per night
$198 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
At Chaminade Resort & Spa, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Parking is available for USD 20 per day (USD 20.00 per day for valet parking), and there's also an airport shuttle for a fee. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa resort include a sauna, outdoor tennis courts, and free WiFi in public areas.
Pool
Hot Tub
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
550 2nd St Santa Cruz CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.95 mi from city center
$144 nightly
The price is $165 total per night
$165 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Built in 2022, the brand new La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, coffee/tea in a common area, and a meeting room.
Pool
Breakfast included
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.2 mi from city center
$121 nightly
The price is $140 total per night
$140 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Total with taxes and fees
At Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for USD 28 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a hot tub, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
Pool
Hot Tub
Casablanca On The Beach
101 Main St Santa Cruz CA
1.01 mi from city center
$209 nightly
The price is $238 total per night
$238 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Casablanca On The Beach features free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a terrace. Self parking is available for USD 35 per stay. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a fireplace in the lobby, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Marea Sol Hotel
301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.98 mi from city center
$149 nightly
The price is $171 total per night
$171 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Marea Sol Hotel offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for USD 25 per day. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a microwave in a common area and a vending machine.
Pool
Free WiFi
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
313 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.85 mi from city center
$114 nightly
The price is $132 total per night
$132 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Built in 2022, the brand new Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Valet parking is available for USD 30 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Pool
Spa
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA
0.44 mi from city center
$128 nightly
The price is $148 total per night
$148 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Total with taxes and fees
Guests staying at Hyatt Place Santa Cruz enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is offered for USD 23 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a hot tub, conference space, and a business center.
Pool
Hot Tub
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Best 5 star hotels in Santa Cruz
Guarantee yourself a relaxing time when you book the best of the best: 5 star hotels in Santa Cruz. After all, treating yourself to the finer things is what vacations are about.
What are the criteria for a 5 star hotel?
5 star hotel requirements include distinctive services and amenities that surpass all others. These Santa Cruz hotels bring an incomparable degree of quality and attention to detail, with guest satisfaction being top priority. Your 5 star hotel should be dressed to impress, with design details like marble surfaces and hi-tech fixtures.
What amenities can I expect at a 5 star hotel?
Santa Cruz 5 star hotels and resorts typically offer luxury amenities such as:
- Gourmet restaurant
- Full-service fitness center with pool
- Luxury spa
- Welcome gifts upon arrival
- Top-of-the-line beds and linens
- Designer personal care products
- Premium cable, free Wi-Fi and device docking stations
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Santa Cruz hotels essential information
Accommodation | 726 hotels |
|---|---|
Lowest Price | $132 |
Highest Price | $472 |
Popular hotels | Dream Inn Santa Cruz, La Bahia Hotel and Spa, Chaminade Resort & Spa, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, Casablanca On The Beach, Marea Sol Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz |
Recent Reviews
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
5/5 Excellent
"Clean room, good breakfast, pier nearby l."
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