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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Laundry
Free Breakfast
Non-Smoking
Parking
Gym

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About this property

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is a 3-star property located in the Westside neighborhood of Santa Cruz, California, just a 5-minute drive from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. The hotel is 3.1 miles from UC Santa Cruz and 5 miles from Capitola Beach, making it a convenient base for exploring the coastal area. San Jose Airport is less than 35 miles away.

The property offers 60 guestrooms, including 6 suites, each equipped with a microwave and LED television. Rooms feature cable television, bathrooms with bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Each room includes a desk and separate sitting area, with daily housekeeping provided. Guest comfort ratings for the rooms are strong at 4.7 out of 5.

La Quinta provides a complimentary continental breakfast weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, along with a snack bar and deli for additional dining options. Recreational amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour fitness center. The property features a lobby fireplace, gift shop, picnic area, and wireless internet access. The hotel is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and equipped with a 24-hour front desk, meeting room, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Electric car charging is available, and the property implements eco-friendly practices including LED lighting and comprehensive recycling.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Service animals are welcome and exempt from fees. The property does not permit pets. With an overall guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 1,176 reviews, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers reliable, accessible accommodation near Santa Cruz's waterfront attractions.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Capitola Beach.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Pacific Avenue - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Santa Cruz Wharf - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Cowell's Beach - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Boardwalk Bowl - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Cocoanut Grove - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Sky Glider - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Pacific Garden Mall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Ocean Street - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Neary Lagoon Park - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Williams-Reynolds House - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi

The nearest airports are:
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27.6 km / 17.2 mi
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 68.9 km / 42.8 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 56.8 km / 35.3 mi
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 63.3 km / 39.4 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 60 guestrooms featuring microwaves and LED televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz. A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Amenities & features

Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this Mediterranean hotel include gift shops/newsstands, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

San Jose Airport less than 35 miles
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • 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
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)

Know before you go

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.