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SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz

516 Water St, Santa Cruz, CA, US
3.0Good
Hotel amenities
Free Breakfast
Non-Smoking
Pool
Parking

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About this property

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz is a 2.5-star property centrally located in Santa Cruz, California. The hotel sits just a 4-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes from Monterey Bay, with the University of California Santa Cruz campus 2.9 miles away and Capitola Beach 4.9 miles distant. Guests consistently rate the location highly at 4 out of 5 stars. San Jose International Airport is approximately 30 miles away, with taxi and shuttle services available for about $40 one way.

The property offers 50 guestrooms equipped with practical amenities including microwaves, LCD televisions, and free wireless internet access. Each room features a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer, along with a desk, coffee/tea maker, and phone with free local calling. Satellite programming is available for entertainment during your stay.

Guests receive complimentary continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The hotel features an outdoor seasonal pool and common areas with television. Free wireless internet, a 24-hour front desk, and free self-parking are available to all guests. Golfing and sailing opportunities are nearby. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible, with designated wheelchair parking and an accessible registration desk. Service animals are welcome. Recreational amenities are complemented by the hotel's commitment to sustainability, including energy-saving switches and LED lighting throughout.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM, with flexible arrival options available. Standard check-out is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is offered for guest convenience. The property does not permit pets, though service animals are exempt from all restrictions. Free parking is available for RVs, buses, and trucks.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz, you'll be centrally located in Santa Cruz, a 4-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes from Monterey Bay. This hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Capitola Beach.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Ocean Street - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Pacific Avenue - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Mission Santa Cruz - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Williams-Reynolds House - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Pacific Garden Mall - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Branciforte Dog Park - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Boardwalk Bowl - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Cocoanut Grove - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Sky Glider - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Seabright Beach - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi

The nearest airports are:
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 24.4 km / 15.2 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 54.9 km / 34.1 mi
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 65.7 km / 40.8 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 50 guestrooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Nearest to San Jose Internaional Airport, 30 miles from airport, Shuttles & Taxi available with the one way taxi expense of $ 40.00approximately.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
  • Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. 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-out is available

Pet policy

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

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night<

Know before you go

  • The seasonal pool will be open from March to October.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
  • Contactless check-out is available.