Dog Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz

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Top Dog Friendly Hotels Santa Cruz

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7.8
Very good
232 Reviews

From

199$/night

Chaminade Resort & Spa

One Chaminade Lane

The 4-star Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz offers guests access to Shadowbrook Shopping Center, which is 25 minutes' walk away. 6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, this resort offers renovated rooms plus a fitness studio and a yoga room.

They are equipped with private bathrooms. Guests can take advantage of views of the mountain.

You are welcome to enjoy local specialities from the American restaurant and sports drinks from the pool bar. This property features View a Treeside restaurant with pool views. Chaminade Resort & Spa has a bar with a happy hour and a TV.

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7.3
Good
1219 Reviews

From

100$/night

Bay Front Inn

325 Pacific Avenue

Offering a sundeck and a picnic area, the smoke-free Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is nestled in the Westside Santa Cruz district, about 25 minutes' walk from Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church. This 2-star motel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and has a fax machine and complimentary wireless internet access.

The rooms at this Santa Cruz hotel include air conditioning. Some of them comprise a balcony and a dining area, furnished with a writing desk. They have kitchen facilities, such as an oven and kitchenware. Offering a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are fitted with a hair dryer and towels.

The Picnic Basket is located next to Bay Front Inn and serves American dishes, 500 metres from the property.

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8.3
Very good
999 Reviews

From

109$/night

Ocean Pacific Lodge

301 Pacific Avenue

Positioned just 0.8 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in the Cowell Beach district of Santa Cruz, the 2-star Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz hotel brings 2 spa tubs to guests. In the vicinity of Museum of Art and History, this Santa Cruz motel with 55 rooms features a vending machine and a lift.

Some of the air-conditioned rooms of Ocean Pacific Lodge hotel face the inner courtyard, and comprise a mini-kitchen and a dining area. Other comforts include individual climate control and an iron along with a flat-screen television for your entertainment. Offering a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are also appointed with a hairdryer and bath sheets.

The Las Palmas Taco Bar is within 5 minutes' walk of the property.

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Luxury Dog Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz offers a range of luxury dog-friendly hotels, allowing visitors to enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable stay with their furry companions. These accommodations provide exceptional service and attention to both the guests and their dogs, ensuring a pleasant experience for all. With pet-friendly rooms, upscale decor, and top-notch customer service, these hotels prioritize the comfort and well-being of both their human and canine guests. From spacious rooms to outdoor areas for dogs to play and relax, these luxury dog-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz ensure that every member of the family is treated with care and indulgence during their stay.

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7
Good
1489 Reviews

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110$/night

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Avenue

Offering a heated pool, the 2-star Hotel Solares Santa Cruz is nestled in the Westside Santa Cruz district, nearly a 20-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. This Santa Cruz hotel provides a lift and a vending machine, plus Wi-Fi in public areas and secured parking on site.

The 81 rooms at the accommodation are equipped with comforts such as climate control, as well as a flat-screen TV. Guests can also use a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with such amenities as bath sheets.

Serving both food and drinks, Little Caesars is situated 450 metres from the smoke-free Solares.

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7.9
Very good
513 Reviews

From

192$/night

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

611 Ocean Street

Located merely 0.8 km from Kiva Retreat House, the contemporary Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms nearly 20 minutes' walk from the top family-friendly place like Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster. This 4-star modern hotel lies just 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, and offers an à la carte restaurant and a heated swimming pool onsite.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection has 170 rooms appointed with an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as self-catering options such as tea and coffee making facilities. Ironing facilities and an air conditioner are featured for guests' comfort. They also come with private bathrooms. You can enjoy views of the city.

Solaire restaurant looks out onto the pool and specialises in local cuisine. The Paradox invites guests to have a drink at a lounge bar. There is also a restaurant with different Mexican dishes in the area.

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8
Very good
684 Reviews

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75$/night

Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

6001 La Madrona Drive

The comfortable 4-star Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley hotel is located within a 7-km distance of Museum of Art and History and features a sun terrace, spa therapy, and barbecue grills on site. This Scotts Valley hotel is ideally located in a popular area, approximately a 10-minute drive from the friendly Roaring Camp Park, which guests can visit to enjoy the grandeur of nature.

The Hilton Scotts Valley welcomes guests to 177 rooms fitted with an ironing set and an air conditioner as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature tea and coffee making equipment. All rooms look out onto the hills.

There is a lounge bar on site. Serving a wide assortment of dishes, Surf City Coffee is in the immediate vicinity of the Hilton.

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Cheap Dog Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, there are numerous cheap dog-friendly hotels that cater to the needs of both pet owners and their furry companions. These accommodations provide a comfortable stay for visitors on a budget, allowing them to experience the city without breaking the bank. With a variety of options available, travelers can find economical hotels that warmly welcome their four-legged friends, ensuring a hassle-free and enjoyable stay in Santa Cruz.

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8.6
Excellent
331 Reviews

From

159$/night

Pacific Blue Inn

636 Pacific Avenue

Providing 9 rooms, the environmentally friendly Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz is situated about 5 minutes' walk from San Lorenzo River. This 4-star hotel offers a private parking lot nearby.

The allergy-free rooms are fitted with an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and furnished with a writing desk. There is also an attached bathroom. The bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, along with a hair dryer and towels. Pacific Blue Inn offers rooms with views of the garden.

The restaurant Saturn Cafe is a mere 150 metres from this accommodation.

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7.6
Very good
939 Reviews

From

149$/night

Aqua Breeze Inn

204 Second Street

Situated about a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River, Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz includes 27 rooms. There is parking on site and Wi-Fi in public areas.

An air conditioner, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless internet, are featured in the spacious rooms. The rooms come with a private bathroom. Guests will make use of a hair dryer and bath sheets in bathrooms equipped with a separate toilet and a shower. The rooms at Aqua Breeze Inn offer views of the ocean.

The restaurant South Beach Pizza Company lies within 5 minutes' walk of this hotel.

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7.4
Good
548 Reviews

From

239$/night

Continental Inn

414 Ocean Street

Situated around a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River, Continental Inn Santa Cruz offers 46 rooms. This 2-star hotel also offers Wi-Fi in the rooms, as well as a lift and a vending machine.

The rooms at the hotel provide guests with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts such as an air conditioner.

Serving both food and drinks, 7-Eleven is situated within 5 minutes' walk of the Continental Inn Santa Cruz.

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Downtown Dog Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, with its beautiful beaches and vibrant atmosphere, attracts many dog owners seeking a pet-friendly getaway. Downtown Santa Cruz is a popular destination for dog-friendly hotels, allowing guests to explore the city's lively downtown area while also enjoying the company of their four-legged companions. These hotels provide a comfortable and welcoming environment for guests and their dogs, ensuring a memorable stay for both. Visitors can easily access nearby parks and dog-friendly beaches, creating opportunities for enjoyable walks and playtime with their furry friends. With their convenient location and pet-friendly policies, downtown dog-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz offer an excellent choice for those traveling with their pets.

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7.1
Good
108 Reviews

From

72$/night

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

1101 Ocean Street

The 4-star Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area is located in Santa Cruz, around a 25-minute walk from Arana Gulch Trail, and offers a seasonal outdoor pool. Boasting access to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 2.2 km away, this comfortable inn includes a sun terrace and a golf course providing guests with inviting rooms.

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area offers 42 rooms with an iron and ironing board, and air conditioning, as well as self-catering options such as tea and coffee making facilities. There is also a private bathroom.

Marianne's Ice Cream offers American dishes and lies steps away from this Santa Cruz hotel.

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5.9
Good
314 Reviews

From

65$/night

Motel Santa Cruz

1015 Ocean Street

Located nearly a 15-minute stroll from Santa Cruz Main Beach, the comfortable 2-star Motel Santa Cruz features currency exchange and a vending machine, as well as shopping service. Located 2.6 km from a convenient place to shop such as East Cliff Village Shopping Center, this Santa Cruz motel provides 60 rooms.

The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet, shower/tub combinations, and a washing machine. An air conditioner are featured for guests' comfort. They offer views of the city.

You may walk 5 minutes to Taqueria Apatzingan or eat by Golden Palace, located merely 150 metres away.

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7.5
Very good
317 Reviews

From

134$/night

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

500 Ocean Street

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz is a great place to stay in the Westside Santa Cruz district, a 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas and private parking is provided on site.

Looking onto the city, the spacious rooms are fitted with blackout drapes and an air conditioner along with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen television.

The restaurant Sala Thai is situated just near the Best Western Santa Cruz.

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Dog Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz with Pools

In Santa Cruz, there are various dog-friendly hotels that offer the added luxury of refreshing pools. These accommodations prioritize both the comfort of their human guests and the happiness of their four-legged companions. With a focus on hospitality and providing a welcoming environment for all, these establishments cater to the unique needs of pet owners who wish to relax and unwind with their furry friends by their side. From intimate boutiques to larger establishments, Santa Cruz boasts a range of dog-friendly hotels with pools, ensuring that both humans and their beloved canines can enjoy a memorable and enjoyable stay.

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8.2
Very good
1957 Reviews

From

125$/night

Casablanca Inn On The Beach

101 Main Street

The 4-star Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz offers a sun terrace, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course and sits 6 minutes' walk from Sky Glider. Located a mere 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, this inn features 29 rooms with views of the sea.

The spacious rooms have a patio and a living room featuring free wireless internet and a flat-screen cable-TV, along with comforts such as air conditioning.

The Picnic Basket serves American dishes and lies within easy reach of Casablanca Inn On The Beach.

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6.9
Good
1615 Reviews

From

77$/night

Surf City Inn & Suites

619 Riverside Avenue

The 2-star Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is situated near a beach district, only a 6-minute walk from Beach Flats Community Garden. Organising activities like whale watching, this Santa Cruz motel lies a short way from San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center.

There are 67 rooms at the Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz, each of them has air conditioning, as well as entertainment amenities such as free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests will find hairdryers and towels in the bathrooms fitted with a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations.

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5.5
Good
329 Reviews

From

209$/night

Pacific Inn Santa Cruz

330 Ocean St

Situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, the 2-star Pacific Inn Santa Cruz gives access to entertainment venues like the performing arts theater "Rio Theatre", only 1.3 km away. Guests of this modern inn will enjoy WiFi in the rooms and a swimming pool on site.

The accommodation also provides rooms with a microwave oven and a refrigerator.

A continental breakfast is served every day. The restaurant 7-Eleven is next door to this Santa Cruz hotel.

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5.8
Good
291 Reviews

From

94$/night

Ocean Lodge - Santa Cruz

1015 Ocean Street

Located merely 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, the pet-friendly Ocean Lodge - Santa Cruz hotel is around a 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz County Conference & Visitors Council. This 2-star motel offers place to stay with Wi-Fi in public areas.

The Ocean Lodge features 30 rooms with a seating area, furnished with a writing desk. Providing a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms also have a hair dryer and bath sheets.

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8.4
Very good
205 Reviews

From

249$/night

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

401 Johans Beach Drive

Located in the Eastside Santa Cruz district and just a 7-minute walk from Sunny Cove Public Beach, Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages Capitola features a picnic area and a golf course. Staying here you can use Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.

The Ocean Echo has 13 rooms appointed with an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as self-catering options such as coffee and tea makers. The property also provides guests with a fridge, an oven, and kitchenware. A separate toilet and a shower, along with a hair dryer and towels, are provided.

This hotel is within a 400-metre distance of the restaurant Lago di Como Ristorante & Pizzeria.

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8.5
Very good
149 Reviews

From

99$/night

Seaway Inn

176 West Cliff Drive

Located just 0.6 km from Sanctuary Exploration Center, the 3-star Seaway Inn Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms a mere 8 minutes' walk from Fluke. This Santa Cruz motel features Wi-Fi in public areas and a charging station for electric vehicles on site.

You can stay in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee and tea making facilities. The rooms also feature a separate bathroom. Guests will find a hairdryer and bath sheets in bathrooms fitted with a separate toilet and a shower. They offer views of the sea.

Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge offers a wide range of American dishes and lies only a few steps from the Seaway Inn Santa Cruz.

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7.1
Good
746 Reviews

From

114$/night

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

330 Ocean Street

The comfortable 4-star The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz, located about 900 metres from Beach Flats Community Garden, offers a seasonal outdoor pool, Wi-Fi in public areas. This Santa Cruz hotel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, within 25 minutes' walk of such natural sights as Neary Lagoon Park.

The air-conditioned rooms at The Aqua Pacific Santa Cruz are furnished with a writing table and feature coffee/tea making machines. There are separate bedrooms and private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower provided.

The Little Caesars is near this Santa Cruz hotel.

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7.9
Very good
227 Reviews

From

216$/night

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

2424 Mission Street

Offering a luggage room and a lobby area, the 3-star newly built Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca lies in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, just 1.7 km from the 65-acre California Natural Bridges State Beach and approximately 10 minutes' drive from such cultural places of interest as Museum of Art and History. This Santa Cruz hotel provides guests with Wi-Fi in public areas.

Offering complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, the 53 rooms come with ironing facilities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Serving Chinese meals, Tam's Restaurant lies just near this Santa Cruz hotel.

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9.2
Excellent
590 Reviews

From

185$/night

Sunny Cove Motel

21610 East Cliff Drive

The comfortable Sunny Cove Motel Capitola is located a mere 1.4 km from Corcoran Lagoon, offering 11 rooms along with a sunbathing terrace, barbecue, and a golf course. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, the motel boasts a prime location and access to Sunny Cove Sandy Swimming Beach, which is nearly a 5-minute walk away.

Featuring a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms also have a hair dryer and bath sheets. Some rooms look out onto the sea.

Aloha Island Grille with Polynesian cuisine is located in the vicinity of the Sunny Cove Capitola.

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Dog Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz

Welcome to the ultimate guide to dog-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz! From roomy accommodations to pet-welcoming features, my top picks cater to all your needs – and those of your furry friend, too. If you're searching for a whimsical getaway where you and your pup can frolic by the beach, dine at pet-friendly restaurants, and enjoy luxurious amenities, then look no further. I've got you covered with the most enchanting and reassuring dog-friendly hotels in this charming coastal town.

Picture this: you and your four-legged companion strolling along the sandy shores, exploring the quaint streets, and cozying up in a spacious room designed for both comfort and style. That's the kind of experience you can expect at these enchanting accommodations. With thoughtful amenities for you and your pet, from dog-walking services to pet-friendly room service menus, these hotels are the perfect home away from home for both you and your furry friend.

So, get ready to embark on a whimsical adventure with your beloved dog, as we explore the most enchanting and pet-welcoming hotels that Santa Cruz has to offer. Whether you're seeking a serene beach retreat or a lively downtown experience, you'll find the perfect place to stay and play with your pup by your side. Let's dive into the enchanting world of dog-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz, where both you and your furry friend will feel right at home.

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Santa Cruz, California, United States, CA 95062

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