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About this property

Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features beautiful ocean views and a hot tub. Free WiFi and a continental breakfast is offered daily for guests. All rooms at the Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk include a flat-screen TV with cable. Comfortably furnished, the bright rooms feature a fridge and microwave. For added convenience, laundry facilities are available. Vending machines offering snacks and beverages are located on site. The University of California Santa Cruz is 12 minutes’ drive from Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The Santa Cruz Wharf is a short walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Howard Johnson
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Howard Johnson

Property highlights

    • Situated in the real heart of Santa Cruz, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Breakfast to go

    • Private parking at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 double beds
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
3 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, clean spacious room, breakfast good for type of hotel
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location very good, short walk to pier where there was lots of sea lions underneath. Breakfast good, bagels and waffles etc. Beds were very comfortable, slept very well. free car park.
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location in walking distance to beaches, boardwalk and pier with restaurants shops etc. More than adequate free breakfast. Friendly staff. A little dated but good room size, comfortable bed and linens and balcony very nice to have.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, the room was a good size, bed comfortable
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    To be fair, this place is fine. We found it clean and comfortable, also in a great location. Good parking facilities and the breakfast was adequate.
  • Morbeachgrl1
    United States United States
    Location was prime view was amazing super clean great variety for breakfast just wonderful
  • Kerry
    United States United States
    Ocean view private balcony overlooking the Santa Cruz pier
  • Browne
    Australia Australia
    Amazing location. Staff, both the front desk and cleaners, are super friendly.
  • Ashley
    United States United States
    The check in person was extremely nice. The room had a gorgeous view and it was very clean.
  • Hugh
    New Zealand New Zealand
    very comfortable room, with comfortable bed, use of spa at end of day, use of laundry, location near beach and boardwalk easily walkable, excellent choice in breakfast, friendly staff

Hotel surroundings

House rules

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If arriving after 22:30, please contact the hotel for instructions on late check-in.

Parking at the hotel is available for hotel guests ONLY.

Please note that there is US$ 20.00 parking fee if you will bring a second car.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.