SURESTAY HOTEL BY BEST WESTERN SANTA CRUZ | Santa Cruz ★ Seaside Luxury & Beachfront Bliss

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516 Water Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060-4113

“The location was perfect, with plenty of dining options nearby.”view full review

Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz - A budget-friendly stay with a seasonal outdoor pool and free continental breakfast

Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz, a 2-star property in Westside Santa Cruz, offers air-conditioned guestrooms with free WiFi, desk chairs, and in-room microwaves and refrigerators. A continental breakfast is served daily at Surestay Hotel By Best Western, along with complimentary USA Today newspapers. Guests can use the seasonal outdoor pool or explore nearby attractions like the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (1.5 miles away) and the University of California, Santa Cruz (15 minutes by car). The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning services, and a business center. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs with cable channels, tea/coffee makers, and private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations. The Museum of Art & History is a short distance away, and Mineta San Jose International Airport is 34 miles from the property.

Pros

Free continental breakfast and WiFi included.

Seasonal outdoor pool available for guest use.

Proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and other local attractions.

Business center and dry cleaning services on-site.

Cons

The outdoor pool is seasonal and not available year-round.

No on-site restaurant for lunch or dinner.

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Double Room Two Double Beds Roll Shower Disability Access

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305 sq. feet

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2 Double beds

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305 sq. feet

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305 sq. feet

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City Centre

Santa Cruz3700 ft

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 32.6 mi

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 41.3 mi

Facilities

Enjoy modern comforts, from ocean-view suites to family-friendly options with breakfast included

Clean & Modern

“During my stay, I was really impressed by the modernity and cleanliness of the rooms. Everything felt fresh and well-maintained, providing a comfortable atmosphere, made my vacation that much more enjoyable.” view full review

Comfortable Beds

“One of the highlights of my stay was the incredibly soft and plush beds. It was such a delight to sink into a cozy bed after a long day of activities. I can't recommend the comfort level enough!” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast selection was fantastic, with fresh juices, pastries, eggs, and even waffles. It made starting the day on the right note so much easier. I always looked forward to enjoying breakfast each morning during my stay!” view full review

Quiet & Peaceful

“I appreciated the tranquil environment of the hotel. With no weird smells and a quiet atmosphere, I was able to relax completely. It was the perfect escape and ideal for unwinding after exploring the area.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
24-hour reception
Security
Vending machines
Ice machine
Multilingual staff
Smoke detectors
Key access

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor heated swimming pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach access

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

516 Water Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060-4113

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516 Water Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060-4113

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

1.7 mi

Harbour

Santa Cruz Wharf

1.3 mi

Museum

Museum of Art and History

1.1 mi

Landmark

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

3800 ft

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

1.5 mi

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

1.1 mi

Park

DeLaveaga Park

5200 ft

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

3800 ft

Park

Abbott Square

2700 ft

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

4000 ft

Church

Mission Santa Cruz

3000 ft

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

1.3 mi

Landmark

Staff of Life

3300 ft

Landmark

Downtown Association

2200 ft

Landmark

The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio

2100 ft

Store

Whole Foods Market

3600 ft

Landmark

PF Atelier

2400 ft

Bridge

Santa Cruz Riverwalk

2400 ft

Store

Synergy Organic Clothing Outlet Store

2500 ft

Landmark

Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks

2600 ft

Landmark

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

1.7 mi

Landmark

L. H. Selman Ltd. Glass Gallery

2900 ft

Church

Holy Cross Catholic Church

3100 ft

Landmark

Ocean View Park

1.2 mi

Landmark

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

1.1 mi

Theatre

Colligan Theatre at the Tannery Arts Center

3900 ft

Landmark

Sky Glider

1.7 mi

Nearby

Store

Shopper's Corner

100 ft

Spa Centre

Kiva Retreat House

100 ft

303 Water St #100

Visit Santa Cruz County

100 ft

Restaurants

Marianne's Ice Cream

1500 ft

1020 Ocean St

Taqueria Jalapenos y Pupuseria

1000 ft

107 Leonard St

Jack in the Box

1100 ft

640 Ocean St

McDonald's

1800 ft

1210 Ocean St

Taqueria Vallarta

3300 ft

608 Soquel Ave

The Habit Burger

2200 ft

1400 Ocean St Unit 2

Ferrell's Donut Shop

2300 ft

1403 Ocean St

Taqueria Los Pericos

2100 ft

139 Water St

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SURESTAY HOTEL BY BEST WESTERN SANTA CRUZ, Santa Cruz

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