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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
3-star spa hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Property amenity
LCD TV, Netflix, pay movies, streaming services
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk
Exterior
Property amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Natural Bridges State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Walk to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll find Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Monterey Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog On Stick - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3-star spa hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3600 square feet (334 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 151 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3600 sq ft of conference space
  • 334 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2022
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offers 151 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations are furnished with king sofa beds. Beds feature down comforters. LCD televisions come with satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Spa Nalini has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 12 to 28 for adults and USD 8 to 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • King sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Bonvoy mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 28 for adults, and USD 8 to 16 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz to the airport?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is 16.8 mi (28-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz on Oct 5, 2025 start from $104.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 5-minute walk from Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 28 for adults, USD 8 and 16 for children.

Is there a casino at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 30 per night.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a pool?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Spa Nalini, where you can enjoy body scrubs, aromatherapy, and hydrotherapy.

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 958 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 958 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 958 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 958 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 958 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quang

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great. Except my child fell off the bed and hit the bed frame which resulted in an injury.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property. Clean grounds and rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a fairly new hotel two very short blocks from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. I can only really speak of the room because we didn’t use any of the hotel’s other amenities. The room was spacious and very clean. The bathroom and shower were also very spacious and clean. The hotel staff was fantastic. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mansel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying at The Courtyard Marriott. The group I chaperoned loved it so much the first time they requested it again. The employees are AMAZING. Everyone from the front desk to maintenance and the guys in valet are fantastic! If we go on this trip next year we’re definitely staying here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Excellent location. I would definitely stay again as well as recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tajinder

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely, with a very friendly staff. I would love to stay here again as the rooms are very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emmanuel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great. Room was clean and facility was quiet. Perfect location. Walking distance from the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Wayne

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The overall feel of the property was ok, the room did not have adequate AC, it lacked the ability to cool it down, and the hallway outside the door was cooler by several degrees. The pillows were the worst I have ever used, and I have stayed at many Marriotts. The ceiling fire strobe was blinking a dim white light throughout the night and was on sometimes and off at other times. It was bright. The fire pits outside did not work at first, and after multiple tries, they finally went on; other guests were having the same issues. Unfortunately, I would not stay here again based on these issues.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

mayuko

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
They did not give me the room I prepaid and they refuse to refund the difference.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaushik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Andrea was a pleasure to work with. Smooth check in, she was able to help accommodate our request and gave us helpful pointers. The room was clean and newly redurbished. Walkable distance from the boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for the kids senior night at Santa Cruz. Clean, modern, easy parking with valet, only 4 min walk from the boardwalk, making it easy for the kids to go back and forth.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

chi wen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn’t offered help with my bags and was told I’d have to wait until they were done being busy and I was traveling with an 89 year old women who can’t carry her own bags customer service could have been better
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Turlock

Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025