Step into the warm and inviting atmosphere of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, where a full breakfast awaits you each morning. With laundry facilities, a 24-hour gym, sauna and seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers nearby, your stay is sure to be both relaxing and rejuvenating.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Electric vehicle charging point
Pool
Parking available
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Sauna
Self parking
Seasonal outdoor pool
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Computer station
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Feel at home (6)
Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is ₹9,060
₹9,060
₹10,522 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Room options
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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Mobility)
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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
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1 King Bed
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Single Room, 1 King Bed
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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room
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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)
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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 21 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 40 min drive
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Mariannes Ice Cream - 3 min walk
Jack in the Box - 9 min walk
Starbucks - 8 min walk
Taqueria Los Pericos - 12 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and the sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day. Also, University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
100 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Covered on-site self-parking (USD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser
What to do
Winery tours nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2009
Seasonal outdoor pool
Sauna
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave (on request)
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 18 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
Business center
Meeting facilities
Sauna
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 1 to March 31:
Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from January 2 2025 to July 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Meeting facilities
Sauna
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 20 per night
Parking
Covered self parking costs USD 10 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from April to November
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz
Inn Express Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG Hotel
"Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz an IHG Hotel"
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG Santa Cruz
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 10 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG has a seasonal outdoor pool and a sauna.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG is a short 1-minute walk from Ocean Street and 13 minutes' walk from Pacific Avenue. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2024
Great stay. Convenient, breakfast was great.
Nolan
Nolan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 December 2024
Place was clean and comfy. The breakfast was the best part.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
17 October 2024
Comfortable beds, morning breakfast.
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 November 2024
Staff was helpful and friendly. I would stay here again.
Maricela
Maricela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 November 2024
It was clean and the staff was friendly.
Elizabeth Anne
Elizabeth Anne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 November 2024
Very friendly people and good service
Sergio
Sergio, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 October 2024
Easy check in and check out with a very friendly staff. Lobby and hotel room were super clean and there was a nice selection for breakfast. Definitely will be staying here next time I am in town.
Jillian
Jillian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 December 2024
I like that its a clean hotel. Does not smell like other hotels. Very convenient to the boardwalk and other places to explore
Cindy
Cindy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
Good place to stay
Lois
Lois, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Great hotel for a family on a budget visiting Santa Cruz!
Such a nice clean facility. Wonderful complementary breakfast.
cheryl
cheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
This is our 3rd time staying here and we always enjoy it.
Brichelle
Brichelle, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 December 2024
Everything was great
Liliana
Liliana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
We love our stay..very convenient to get around...
TIFFANY
TIFFANY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 October 2024
Check in was quick and easy and the clerk was super friendly.
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Perfect place to stay
The staff was quick to help me get my room. Let me check in early, was accommodating of my service animal. Will stay again. As a cherry on top, within five minutes of the boardwalk.
Jesse
Jesse, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
The staff was amazing.
Ana
Ana, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 December 2024
Nice Hotel
Nice hotel. Needs an update. Staff is kind and helpful. Lousd if you are on the Ocean Steet side.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
It was super clean
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 July 2024
Nice and clean hotel
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 November 2024
We will visit this hotel again. The self-parking is great, we liked the breakfast and our room had a microwave and mini-fridge. It's a convenient location with fast food and gas stations nearby and a quick drive to UC Santa Cruz. Clean, quiet and well-run too.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 September 2024
Good place
Victor
Victor, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 August 2024
It was a pleasant 2 night stay. Location was good for us, in between Monterey & South San Francisco.