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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel convenient to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Terrace/patio
Lobby
1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Living area | LCD TV
Step into the warm and inviting atmosphere of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, where a full breakfast awaits you each morning. With laundry facilities, a 24-hour gym, sauna and seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers nearby, your stay is sure to be both relaxing and rejuvenating.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Self parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$150 nightly
The total price is $172
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 1,119 reviews
The price is $164
$144 nightly
$164 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
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About the neighborhood

Map
1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mystery Spot - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 21 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 40 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mariannes Ice Cream - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, wired internet, and full breakfast daily. Also, University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 100 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2009
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 18 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Business center
  • Meeting facilities
  • Sauna
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 1 to March 31:
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from January 2 2025 to July 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Sauna
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 10 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from April to November

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz
Inn Express Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 10 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG has a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG is a short 1-minute walk from Ocean Street and 13 minutes' walk from Pacific Avenue. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Breakfast
Service staff
Parking
Bed
Location
Elevator
Shower
Food
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a great selection and variety, often with refills before containers were empty. (66 reviews)
  • The property's location offers a variety of dining options within walking distance. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Clean, comfy, and free breakfast.
1-night trip

10/10

Very comfy.. staff very friendly..definitely will stay again.
1-night trip

10/10

Was very quiet and comfortable.
1-night trip

10/10

Great stay
1-night trip

8/10

The breakfast was great
2-night trip

6/10

The experience staying at your hotel was great (staff friendly & room clean) except for the homeless man that was allowed to hang around the inside breakfast area and was told nothing even when the staff knew he was there.
4-night trip

8/10

The first time the bathrooms were kind of old. The second time was new and clean. No complaints everything was great.
1-night trip

10/10

The staff at the front were very helpful. My family had a great time. Thanks for being awesome!
1-night trip

8/10

We stayed here for 2 nights and had a very pleasant time. Very comfortable room and the breakfast was very good with lots of choices. We will stay here again next time we come to Santa Cruz.
2-night trip

8/10

Great place to staff in the middle Of everything.
1-night trip

6/10

We stayed at this hotel with family for a friends wedding. It wasn't too bad but one thing I didn't like is our blinds did not close and our window was right next to the pool. Another thing was the bathroom had black mold all in the shower and cocking in spots missing. The front desk staff was very friendly. Parking really sucks and is so incredibly tight that your vehicles sit on the lines.
2-night trip

10/10

The staff was very helpful and pleasant
2-night trip

6/10

Basically, it was average to stay there.
1-night trip

10/10

Nice breakfast, filtered water fill up station, comfy bed
1-night trip

10/10

Nice place to stay! Surprisingly quiet given how close to the freeway it is. Must be nice noise insulation or whatever.
2-night trip

10/10

Front Desk staff was amazing !
1-night trip

8/10

Really great location, lots of food options within walking distance. Room was clean, bed was alright, but not bad. The only thing i making it 4/5 stars is, parking sucks. Its really tiny and tight and so if you have a big car, it makes it difficult to park. Breakfast had good options; seating options were crowded. Would stay again if we could uber and leave our car in the parking garage so that we wouldnt get crappy parking.
2-night trip

8/10

Nice location. Good breakfast. Quiet hotel
1-night trip

10/10

It is a quiet very well run hotel. We’ll stay there again.
3-night trip

10/10

Nice people
3-night trip

10/10

Great stay. Convenient, breakfast was great.
1-night trip

6/10

Short drive to beach
2-night trip

8/10

Well worth the money. Breakfast was above average for a hotel.
1-night trip

10/10

The room was clean and quiet.
1-night trip

10/10

Good place. Staff was great
2-night trip