Hotel Solares
600 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, USSee what's available
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About this property
Hotel Solares is an independent 2.5-star hotel located in Santa Cruz, California, within a 5-minute drive of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. The property sits centrally in the city, offering convenient access to local landmarks and attractions. University of California, Santa Cruz is 3.1 miles away, and Capitola Beach is 4.6 miles from the hotel.
The hotel has 79 air-conditioned rooms, including 9 suites, each equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and flat-screen television with digital programming. Rooms feature private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, desks, and coffee/tea makers. Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout the property, and daily housekeeping is provided.
Guests have access to an outdoor pool, terrace seating, and a picnic area for outdoor recreation. The hotel offers a grocery and convenience store, a gift shop, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, luggage storage, and free self parking with limited spaces available. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible, though accessibility may have limitations.
Check-in is available from 3:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The hotel allows pets—dogs only, up to 50 pounds per pet, with a maximum of one pet per room—for an additional $25 per night. Service animals are exempt from pet fees and restrictions. Pets cannot be left unattended in rooms. San Jose International Airport is 30 miles away; the hotel does not provide shuttle service. Monterey Airport is 40 miles away, and San Francisco Airport is 86 miles distant.
Location & nearby attractions
Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Ocean Street - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Pacific Avenue - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Pacific Garden Mall - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Sky Glider - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Boardwalk Bowl - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Cocoanut Grove - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Santa Cruz Wharf - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Town Clock - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Cowell's Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
The nearest airports are:
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26.3 km / 16.3 mi
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 67.6 km / 42 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 55.9 km / 34.7 mi
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 62.4 km / 38.8 mi
The preferred airport for Hotel Solares is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
Fees & policies
- You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: $250 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet deposit: $200 per stay Pet fee: $25 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) A late check-out fee will be charged Rollaway bed fee: $40 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Solares?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Hotel Solares located?
Hotel Solares is located at 600 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, US.
What attractions are near Hotel Solares?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Ocean Street - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Pacific Avenue - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Pacific Garden Mall - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Sky Glider - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Boardwalk Bowl - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Santa Cruz Main Beach - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Cocoanut Grove - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Santa Cruz Wharf - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Town Clock - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Cowell's Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi The nearest airports are: Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26.3 km / 16.3 mi Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 67.6 km / 42 mi Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 55.9 km / 34.7 mi Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 62.4 km / 38.8 mi The preferred airport for Hotel Solares is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
How do I get to Hotel Solares?
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Hotel Solares?
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Hotel Solares.
What amenities does Hotel Solares offer?
Hotel Solares features amenities such as Pool, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Free Parking, Non-Smoking.
What are the rooms like at Hotel Solares?
Make yourself at home in one of the 79 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Is Hotel Solares pet-friendly?
Yes, Hotel Solares is pet-friendly.
What fees should I know about at Hotel Solares?
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: $250 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet deposit: $200 per stay Pet fee: $25 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) A late check-out fee will be charged Rollaway bed fee: $40 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at Hotel Solares?
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.