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8.7

1,022 reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

550 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, California, United States

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Business center

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Water sports facilities on site

Beach

Air conditioning

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Welcome to La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, your charming coastal retreat in sunny California! Located just a breezy 27.2mi from the bustling city center of Santa Clara, this fun-filled hotel promises a delightful stay for travelers seeking an escape. With prices starting at just $110, you’ll find comfort and value without sacrificing style or convenience. Check into a comfortable room equipped with air conditioning, perfect for relaxing after a sun-soaked day at the beach.

Start your day the right way with a scrumptious breakfast that fuels your adventures! After filling up, take a dip in the inviting outdoor swimming pool or challenge yourself at the well-equipped fitness center. If you’re looking to explore the waves, our water sports facilities are right on site, perfect for diving into some fun! Plus, with free WiFi and a business center available, you can stay connected whether you're working or just sharing your epic vacation photos.

With 1022 glowing reviews, it’s no wonder guests love the warm hospitality and fantastic amenities at La Quinta Inn & Suites. Enjoy convenience with on-site parking (extra charges apply) and easy access to everything Santa Cruz has to offer. Experience a memorable stay where relaxation meets adventure, all within reach of the golden California coastline!

At La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, every moment of your stay is designed to be a fabulous adventure! After your refreshing swim in the outdoor pool, step outside and immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture. With the stunning coastline just a stone's throw away, take a leisurely stroll along the beach or partake in thrilling water sports right on-site. The hotel's convenient access to Santa Cruz means exciting explorations are just around the corner — from the iconic Boardwalk, known for its amusement rides and vintage feel, to the lush trails of nearby redwood forests, you'll find yourself surrounded by nature's bounty.

As the day winds down, bask in the breathtaking views from select rooms that boast either ocean or partial ocean views. There's nothing quite like sipping on your favorite beverage as the sun sets over the horizon, painting the sky with shades of orange and purple. Wrap up the evening by cooking up a storm with family or friends in spacious suites that offer room for everyone to unwind, creating memories and laughter that will last a lifetime. Don’t forget to take a few snaps to share with your travel buddies (thanks to that complimentary Wi-Fi—we know it’s a must!).

Whether you're traveling with family, friends, or just looking for a little "me-time," La Quinta Inn & Suites isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a hub of adventure packed with convenience and comfort. With affordable rates, an unbeatable location, and top-notch amenities, you're bound to have a memorable getaway that makes you want to come back for more. Dive into the fun, feel the warmth of the Californian sun, and get ready to create lasting memories with every step you take. Welcome to your home away from home!

Closest airports

Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport

28mi

Monterey Regional Airport

28mi

San Francisco International Airport

49.2mi

Oakland International Airport

54.1mi

Most popular amenities

Business center

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Water sports facilities on site

Beach

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Bathtub

Rooms

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Suite, King Size, Accessible, Ocean View

1 King Size Bed

Wheelchair accessible

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x5

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1 King Bed Ocean View Mobility Accessible Suite Roll-In Shower Non-Smoking includes a king-size bed 150-183 width and is Wheelchair-accessible.

Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds and Bath Tub - Ocean View/Mobility Accessible/Non-Smoking in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds, Accessible, Ocean View

1 King Size Bed

525 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Indulge in spacious luxury in our Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds and Bathtub, showcasing breathtaking ocean views. This mobility accessible, non-smoking suite offers a comfortable stay for 2 adults and 2 children, featuring a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning.

1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View Room, Non-Smoking in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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King Room, Partial Ocean View

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x4

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x3

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The quadruple room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

2 Queen Beds, Ocean View Suite, Non-Smoking in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds, Ocean View

2 Queen Size Beds

420 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

+

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2 Queen Beds Ocean View Suite Non-Smoking includes 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width.

2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View Room, Non-Smoking in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Room - 2 Queen, Partial Ocean View

2 Queen Size Beds

365 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Relax in our spacious Family Room with 2 Queen beds and a stunning partial ocean view. Enjoy modern amenities like a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for up to 4 adults and 3 children.

King Suite with Partial Ocean View - Hearing Impaired/Non-Smoking in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Suite, Accessible, Partial Ocean View

1 King Size Bed

420 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

+

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The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. This suite has a tea and coffee maker, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

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King Room, Ocean View

1 King Size Bed

415 sqft

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

+

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The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This double room provides heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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Suite, King Size, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

Wheelchair accessible

+

More details

1 King Bed Hearing Impaired Suite Non-Smoking includes a king-size bed 150-183 width and is Wheelchair-accessible.

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Bath Tub - Mobility Accessible/Non-Smoking in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Room - 2 Queen, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

365 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

x4

+

x3

More details

2 Queen Beds Mobility Accessible Room Roll-In Shower Non-Smoking includes 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width.

King Room - Non-Smoking in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

365 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x4

+

x3

More details

Free high-speed WiFi, free full American breakfast, mini-fridge, microwave, AC, shower only, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, cable TV, sitting area, bathroom amenities, alarm clock, iron

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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

415 sqft

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

+

More details

The suite provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer.

King Suite - Non-Smoking in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Suite, King Size

1 King Size Bed

420 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

+

More details

Experience the ultimate comfort in our King Suite - Non-Smoking, where you can relax in a spacious 420 sqft suite with a King size bed, private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV. Additional amenities like a refrigerator, air conditioning, and a shower make your stay even more enjoyable. Perfect for couples or a small family, accommodating 2 adults and 2 children.

Guest reviews

8.7

1,022 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Demaree

8.2

April 2024

Scent was nice, beds were ok, access was easy. On site parking is helpful. Secured property which is good for the location. Breakfast included.

Didn't have a hot tub, just a small pool. Paid extra for an ocean view and it wasn't an ocean view. Buildings were blocking the view. Charged extra for parking. Breakfast was so-so and unattended. No bathtub in room. Rooms were not sound proof. Housekeeping came into the room when there was clearly a do not disturb sign on the door and we had indicated that we weren't checking out until later. Not cool.

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Sheri

10

October 2024

The room was spacious and we loved the mural/full-wall art in it! It was so awesome only being a 3 minute walk to the beach and wharf. The staff was super accommodating, the heated pool was awesome at night, and it was so nice to have a safe, well-pit parking garage where there was enough room to actually both get my car parked and get my belongings out of the trunk! The beds were also super comfy!

The only thing we thought could use improving was perhaps more drawers in the room so we could unpack out of our suitcases.

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Wendy

9.1

January 2025

The room was clean and the bed and pillows very comfortable. The full breakfast included is always nice and they had a great selection of items. Walking distance to the boardwalk is a plus as well.

When I made my reservation, it stated free parking. When we arrived we were told there is a "new" parking fee. I explained to the front desk that I was not notified of this new fee and felt like we should not be charged. When I returned home I saw that there was additional charges on my card for the parking.

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Jhulsany

8.2

May 2024

We liked how the hotel was walking distance from the main Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk attraction. It was nice to have a gated garage for our vehicle. The staff was very polite. Finally, we liked the convenience of the free breakfast.

The walls were paper thin. We can literally hear the neighbor snoring next door. In addition, being on the first floor was challenging since we can hear every footstep above us. The guests above us weren't stomping or running around. They were simply just walking. Finally, the view from our first floor was a brick wall. We left the curtains closed the whole time so we depended on the artificial light the entire time.

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Kristen

9.1

October 2023

The hotel was super modern and located extremely close to the wharf. Nonetheless, it was calm. The on-site parking was extremely useful in a town with little on-street parking.

The swimming pool is really a glorified bathtub. There is a 7-person limit, which seems like about 6 too many when there are unruly kids whose parents aren't paying attention to the them. I don't want to sound like I don't like kids. Some of the kids in the pool were great, but the ones running and jumping onto mini surf boards were endangering themselves and others. Neither the parents nor the hotel intervened.

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Daniel

10

March 2024

Suite with partial ocean view was above expected, the bathroom is very large and roomy. Balcony with ocean view. Double television was a pleasant surprise. I was considering a late check out, and didn't even have to go by the front desk to be accommodated - as they send an inquiry by text the morning of. Enclosed parking provided, peace of mind knowing my vehicle was safe! On site parking does cost extra.* Breakfast is a hot/cold menu of items, is very fresh. A++ on the breakfast, very pleased.

I did use their fitness center, it's very small and consists of mostly cardio equipment. Still was pleased I had the ability to stay on top of my routine.

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Tumua

10

April 2024

Everything was within walking distance therefore the hotel location was perfect. We didn't eat breakfast because it was served too early. We truly enjoyed walking to downtown, boardwalk and the pier from the hotel.

Breakfast time needs to change to a later time because it was too early for some of us coming there for vacation. There was a lot to see and things to do therefore some people like to sleep in a little before breakfast.

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Virginia

9.1

January 2025

It was clean staff was amazing ammenties were great awesome breakfast

My room assigned was 101 across from the cleaning services it was loud and their carts with supplies blocking my door so switched rooms to 103 that room unfortunately smelled like bad body odor but staff did try and get rid of the odor although it still lingered slightly, I’m not one to ever complain so I was surprised I did and I’m sorry but staff was fully supportive

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Delaine

9.1

May 2023

Close to the boardwalk. It smelled amazing inside! We had a great balcony view.

Having to pay for parking in the basement, I think it should be included with the stay.

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Marijke

8.2

October 2024

Very comfortable and spacious room, and the balcony was a nice upgrade. Location makes it easy to walk to the Boardwalk and downtown restaurants and shops. Good king bed. Parking was good but expensive.

Breakfast was rather uninspired, and they ran out of bread! Would also suggest wrapping the cost of parking into the room fee rather than charging it as an extra, as it just seems like a money-grab, especially as no other hotel we've stayed in on the coast has charged for parking.

Points of Interest Around La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Attractions

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

0.4mi

Roaring Camp Railroads

5.7mi

Point Pinos Lighthouse

23.4mi

Lovers Point Park

24.2mi

Asilomar State Beach

24.4mi

Monterey Bay Aquarium

24.9mi

Cannery Row

25.3mi

Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf

25.9mi

Custom House Plaza

26mi

The Tech Interactive

26.4mi

Dennis the Menace Park

26.5mi

17-Mile Drive

26.7mi

Pebble Beach

27.9mi

Sunset Cultural Center

29.2mi

Carmel Mission

29.7mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Business center

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Water sports facilities on site

Beach

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Bathtub

Stay rules - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

At what times are check-in and check-out at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

The check-in time at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is 03:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Can guests park for free at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

Yes, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers private parking on site for $25 per day. Reservations are not required.

What are the rates at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

Rates at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz commence from $110. However, final pricing may depend on room choices and booking dates. Always input your stay dates for precise rates.

Which room categories can I book at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers a variety of room options. These include King Rooms with roll-in showers and mobility access, Queen Suites with two queen beds and ocean views, rooms with partial ocean views, and King Suites. All rooms are non-smoking and have either a king size bed or two queen size beds. The occupancy capacity ranges from 2 adults and 1 child to 4 adults and 3 children.

What is there to do in La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

Guests at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz can spend their time enjoying the outdoor swimming pool. This pool is available all year round, allowing guests to relax and take a refreshing dip regardless of the season. The pool offers a great opportunity for guests to unwind and enjoy the sunshine during their stay at the hotel.

In addition to the pool, the hotel also offers water sports facilities on site. This provides guests with the opportunity to engage in various water activities and make the most of their time by the water. Whether it's swimming, water volleyball, or simply lounging by the poolside, guests can take advantage of the leisure amenities provided by the hotel.

For those looking to stay active, the hotel also features a fitness center. Guests can make use of the fitness facilities to keep up with their exercise routines and stay fit during their stay. Additionally, a business center is available for guests who need to attend to work-related tasks.

With these amenities, guests have plenty of ways to spend their time at the hotel while enjoying leisure activities and staying active.

Does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz have a pool for guests?

The La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz has an outdoor pool available all season.

Does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz accept credit cards?

No, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz does not accept cash. However, they accept credit cards such as Discover, Visa, American Express, Mastercard, Diners Club, and JCB for payments.