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Pet-friendly hotels and homes in Santa Cruz

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The best pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

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Offering a variety of animal-adapted amenities, these properties provide a pet-friendly stay. Services may include sitting services, specialized bedding and dog walking. Some hotels even offer quirky perks like a gourmet room service menu for pets, as well as catnip and scratch poles.

Most booked pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 536 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,106 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 742 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 667 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,121 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,567 reviews

Popular with guests booking pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,860 reviews

Save money on pet-friendly in Santa Cruz and nearby – budget options available

Surf City Inn & Suites

Santa Cruz
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,567 reviews

Surf City Inn & Suites is just 10 minutes' walk away from Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. It features an indoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.

From US$100.09 per night

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Santa Cruz
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 667 reviews

Situated in Santa Cruz, within 1.2 km of Santa Cruz Beach and 1.1 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, The Aqua Pacific Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private...

From US$93.42 per night

Motel Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews

A short distance from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and other popular area attractions, this California motel provides comfortable accommodations and 24-hour front desk service.

From US$89.05 per night

Continental Inn

Santa Cruz
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

Just 5 minutes’ drive from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub and has spacious rooms. Free WiFi is included. It offers free on site guest parking.

From US$91.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Located 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area offers 2-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

From US$100.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is located in Aptos. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. Guests can chill out in the outdoor swimming pool.

From US$126.47 per night

Set in Santa Cruz, less than 1 km from Santa Cruz Beach and a 13-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 6BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk offers air-conditioned accommodation with a...

From US$1,234.25 per night

Seabright Breeze

Santa Cruz
Budget options available

Set in Santa Cruz, within less than 1 km of Santa Cruz Beach and a 14-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Seabright Breeze offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a private beach...

From US$475.88 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Facing the beachfront, La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers 5-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

From US$462.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews

Aqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.

From US$202.26 per night

Set in Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 50 km from San Jose Convention Center and 1.2 km from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse, Charming 5 BD Victorian House by Beach Boardwalk offers...

From US$1,234.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is 3.2 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.

From US$123.36 per night

Situated in Santa Cruz in the California region, Pleasure Point Surf Retreat features a patio. Guests can benefit from a balcony and an outdoor fireplace.

From US$719.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews

Set in the Santa Cruz mountain range of Northern California, the Chaminade Resort & Spa is 5 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

From US$380.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 742 reviews

Just minutes from area beaches and the famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel features spacious and comfortable accommodations as well as relaxing amenities in Santa Cruz, California.

From US$122.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Swell House Santa Cruz is situated in Santa Cruz, 4 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 5.5 km from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse.

Travelling by car? These pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby offer free parking

Located in Capitola in the California region, Capitola Pelican House features a balcony. It is set 100 metres from Capitola Beach and offers a lift.

From US$1,023.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews

Discover a modern coastal escape at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages, located just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay.

From US$215.83 per night

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Pet friendly hotels that guests love in Santa Cruz

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Avg. price/night: US$171.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
Staff, location, room, pet friendly
Guest review by
Griffith
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$91.52
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews
The hotel location was good, the beds were comfortable, cleaning service came every day and the staff was friendly. Also, they are pet friendly.
Guest review by
Annette
Group
Avg. price/night: US$202.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
Location, pet friendly, across from the Boardwalk.
Guest review by
Melany
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$144.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,860 reviews
Location, large room, views, dog friendly, nice staff
Guest review by
Lashaun
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$123.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews
Good location and dog friendly rooms.
Guest review by
Jillian
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$126.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 536 reviews
What an unexpected surprise! The pool area is lovely. I felt very spoiled with pool side service and had drinks and dinner while lounging in the cute cabana areas they have. The room was very clean and inviting and the bed are VERY comfortable! I didn't want to leave! They are also pet friendly, so I may bring my dog next time.
Guest review by
Victoria
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$215.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Very nice and located right by a nice local beach. The staff were super friendly and loved dogs. Having kids and let’s it’s nice to have a kitchenette which was perfect. Gas stove, apartment sized fridge/freezer, toaster, microwave, mini basic coffee maker, etc. They had special towels and treats for my dogs. I brought a crate to keep my dogs calm while we were out at the Boardwalk all day which is not pet friendly.
Guest review by
Kathleen
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$144.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,860 reviews
Location, room size, great staff. Pet friendly, fenced dog area. Comfortable bed. View of ocean.
Guest review by
McKenna
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$215.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
It was beautiful. The price, location and view was perfect for our little get away for the night. The fact that it was pet friendly was awesome since we could bring our dog and didn’t have to leave her at home.
Guest review by
Naleen
Young couple
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