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About the Hotel

130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

Rooms & Amenities

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers 27 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and microwaves. Some rooms include partial or full ocean views, seating areas, and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Business rooms feature kitchenettes, and accessible rooms with roll-in showers are available.

Dining Options

Guests can start the day with a complimentary continental breakfast, including cereal, fruit, yogurt, coffee, and juice. Nearby dining includes Ideal Bar and Grill for seafood and Las Palmas Taco Bar for Mexican cuisine. A grocery/convenience store on-site provides snacks and essentials.

Leisure & Activities

The hotel features an outdoor hot tub and is steps from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Wharf. Guests can explore kayaking, whale-watching, and surfing at nearby beaches. The area also offers golfing, cycling, and hiking at Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve.

Location & Transport

Located at 130 West Cliff Drive, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Wharf. It is 2.9 miles from the University of California and 55 km from Mineta San Jose International Airport. Bus #7 and the Green Line Tram provide local transit options.

Guest Services

Services include a 24-hour front desk, free parking, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. Wyndham Rewards members receive perks like a free beach cabana rental or 50-minute massage. Group travel accommodations are available for weddings, sports teams, and events.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

King Room Ocean View Non-Smoking

2 persons

26 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Studio Suite Non-Smoking

2 persons

26 m²

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Queen Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

26 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Room Two Double Beds

2 persons

26 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Centre

Santa Cruz 1.0 km

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 54.4 km

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 68.2 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Bowling
Golf course
Fishing

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Grocery shopping service
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Snack bar
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa centre
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

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130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

700 m

Harbour

Santa Cruz Wharf

700 m

Museum

Museum of Art and History

1.0 km

Museum

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

1.8 km

Landmark

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

700 m

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

2.0 km

Landmark

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

780 m

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

780 m

Landmark

Lighthouse Field State Beach

1.8 km

Beach

Natural Bridges State Beach

3.1 km

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

1.0 km

Landmark

Pacific Avenue

1.0 km

Landmark

Nickelodeon Theatre

1.0 km

Landmark

Sky Glider

700 m

Store

Cowell Beach

700 m

Amusement Park

Laurel Park

1.0 km

Landmark

Giant Dipper

700 m

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

800 m

Landmark

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

750 m

Landmark

To Honor Surfing Monument

1.8 km

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

840 m

Landmark

San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center

1.3 km

Beach

Seabright State Beach

2.0 km

Store

Cowell's Beach Surf Shop

700 m

Landmark

Swimming Dolphins

700 m

Landmark

Sanctuary Exploration Center

700 m

Landmark

Fluke

700 m

Landmark

Depot Park Freight Building

780 m

Landmark

Before Now sculpture

780 m

Landmark

L H Selman Ltd Glass Gallery

2.3 km

Nearby

Boardwalk Photos

470 m

Restaurants

Las Palmas Taco Bar

220 m

55 Front St

Tacos Moreno

510 m

303 Beach St

Falafel Hut

530 m

309 Beach St

Loard's Ice Cream

520 m

307 Beach St

El Hermoso Mar

580 m

313 Beach St

Coaster's Bar and Grill

600 m

115 Cliff St

Yan Flower

700 m

617 Pacific Ave

Firefly Coffee House

660 m

131 Front St # A # A

Woodies Cafe

700 m

25 Municipal Wharf

Surf City Grill

780 m

400 Beach St Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Fire Fly Cafe

810 m

131 Front St # A # A

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