Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel with a full-service spa, 4-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

LCD TV, Netflix, pay movies, streaming services

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Spa
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

Explore the area

313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Ocean Street
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
‪10 min walk‬
Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Excellent

420 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Good

646 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

452 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Very good

646 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Santa Cruz Wharf. This 3-star hotel has 151 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬5 min walk
‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
‪Coaster's Lounge - ‬6 min walk
‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬5 min walk
‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel with a full-service spa, 4-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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 luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and coffee/tea in a common area.

Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels and Netflix. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include sofa beds, coffee makers, and free local calls. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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.

Spa Nalini has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$129 nightly

Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited onsite valet parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 12 to 28 for adults and USD 8 to 16 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

24-hour gym
Bicycle storage
Bicycle tours
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Children's games
In-room crib
In-room sofa bed
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Pool gate
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Vending machine
Water dispenser

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (on request)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

2 meeting rooms
3,600 square feet of conference space
Computer station

Outdoors

Direct access to the beach
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers

Full-service spa

4 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Ayurvedic treatments
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hydrotherapy
Sauna
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Steam room
Swedish massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Lever door handles
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Transfer shower
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

4 floors
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Built in 2022
Communal living room
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Electric bike charging
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
King sofa bed

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

LCD TV with satellite channels
Netflix
Pay movies
Streaming services

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Phone
Recycling
Water-efficient showers
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Guests are recommended to download the property's Bonvoy mobile app before 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

Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 28 for adults, and USD 8 to 16 for children
Covered valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)

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, 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

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Cashless transactions are available

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply), 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 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
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 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
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.
Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz on Jan 11, 2026 start from $109.0, 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 see around Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

This hotel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz, just steps from Boardwalk Bowl, and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Main Beach. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 30 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking, electric car charging, and electric bike charging are also available.

Is there a spa available at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Spa Nalini is the hotel's spa and services include sports massages, Swedish massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and hydrotherapy.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz feature a casino on the premises?

No, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:30 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz though service animals are welcome.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

The closest major airport to Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 16.8 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz host weddings?

There are wedding services available at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz if that's in your vacation plans.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Juan Diego

Sep 24, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Sep 24, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Melary

Traveled with family

Sep 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with group, Traveled with family

Sep 21, 2025

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

Great staff and service.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Geovanny

Traveled with partner

Sep 21, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Bed bugs found in Room 225 on September 20, 2025. Originally given room 225 and while doing a routine scan for bed bugs, I found 2 in the seams of the fabric headboard. Both were recently engorged and large, seemingly having been there for a long time. Told the front desk about it and they moved us to a different room on a different floor, but nothing else was done for the inconvenience. They could only place us on the 1st floor, leaving us exposed to ground level traffic. The curtain wouldn't shut properly so passerbys could peek in easily. We had to pin together the curtains to get enough privacy. When asked to contact a manager, the manager refused, citing being "too overwhelmed." They refused to come out to speak with us even though they had just helped another customer that was right in front of us. They kept promising that the general manager would call before the end of our stay, but they never did. Disappointing because this is an expensive hotel that shouldn't have these types of problems. And if so, they should at least address something as severe as bed bugs early. Who knows if there are any in other rooms. Again, the 2 bed bugs were found easily meaning they've been feeding and in the room for a long time. Unfortunately management doesn't seem concerned enough to fix the problem.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Traveled with family and small children

Sep 21, 2025

Disliked: Amenities

quietly

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lamis

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Sep 21, 2025

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

Family friendly.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Traveled with family

Sep 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

OK not great. Staff seemed uninterested in the guests. The $30/night parking charge was a surprise.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Sep 20, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou

Sep 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Sep 16, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Traveled with family

Sep 16, 2025

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

Vary good

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Babita

Traveled with family

Sep 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I appreciated the staff was able to find my family and I room, but it wasn't what we had booked. I didn't understand the hotel over booking their rooms. I hadn't had this issue in the past.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

edgar

Sep 15, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dustin

Sep 15, 2025

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

The standard amenities like ice machines and vending machines were not available on the floors of the rooms. We got in late and were only staying one night so we asked for a late checkout and were only given thirty minutes. This is the smallest allowance for time on a late checkout request I had ever received, anywhere, and I have travelled extensively. If there was a spa or pool, nobody mentioned it to me. I enjoyed the quality of the room and it was clean/comfortable, but all the other amenities I mentioned were lackluster. We had to pay for valet parking but the car was not brought to us when we picked it up, we had to locate and drive it out ourselves. Overall, it was a clean and relatively nice hotel, but there was no customer gratitude shown. The staff was nice, just not overly concerned with customer service.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Sep 14, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nireesh Kumar

Sep 13, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Sep 5, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Sep 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible valet parking. Room wasn’t ready

No parking available at valet. Had to pay for metered parking outside. Checked in at 4:30pm and room was not available till after 5:30pm. Hotel and valet do not operate as a single business. They appear to be separate. Valet parking is the only option and their setup is a nightmare.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

KELLY

Traveled with family

Sep 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable bedding, clean rooms. Parking was a nightmare—we had to circle for nearly an hour. The rate we were charged was higher than what we were quoted, and when I asked for a couple of extra pillows, they never showed up. Service from the manager was also very underwhelming and far from what you’d expect at this level. If you’re looking for luxury experience, keep searching elsewhere.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Traveled with family

Sep 1, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristal

Traveled with family

Sep 1, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Aug 31, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Filip

Aug 29, 2025

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

…

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with family

Aug 28, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Super clean, safe, valet parking, close to Boardwalk and pier. Comfortable room.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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Property amenities

Internet

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Food and drink

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

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Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

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Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

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Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

You need to know

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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

Very Good

9.0/10

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