- Sea view
- Garden
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
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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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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

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Guests who stayed here loved
- Hannah
United Kingdom
“Location, clean spacious room, breakfast good for type of hotel” - Chris
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
“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
“Location, the room was a good size, bed comfortable” - Graham
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
“Location was prime view was amazing super clean great variety for breakfast just wonderful” - Kerry
United States
“Ocean view private balcony overlooking the Santa Cruz pier” - Browne
Australia
“Amazing location. Staff, both the front desk and cleaners, are super friendly.” - Ashley
United States
“The check in person was extremely nice. The room had a gorgeous view and it was very clean.” - Hugh
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”
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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.






The fine print
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.