Book Kid-Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz from $98

Name: Hotel Solares
Price range: $161 total
Rating: 6.4

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Top Santa Cruz Kid Friendly Hotels

Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!

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This vacation home featured laundry facilities and barbecue grills.

9.8/10 Exceptional! (251 reviews)

"We enjoyed our stay very much. This is our fifth year in a row staying here. The house is very well stocked with practically everything a family would need!Thank-you again Lauren."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

1255 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$199 nightly

$227 total

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)

Beautiful quiet great hotel!

"Fantastic hotel. Everything exceeded expectations. Would absolutely stay again."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

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$479 nightly

$542 total

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Total includes taxes and fees

A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this eco-certified resort. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy perks like ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

"great location , easy walk to the wharf and boardwalk ."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Rio Sands Hotel

116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA

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$150 nightly

$172 total

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Total includes taxes and fees

An outdoor pool, free self parking, and barbecue grills are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A 24-hour business center, a garden, and a ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)

"Great stay. The hotel was very clean and the beach is a 2 minute walk."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos, CA

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$143 nightly

$165 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 3 conference rooms, free WiFi in public areas, ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,074 reviews)

"Great for families! Love the balcony and pool!"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

500 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA

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$161 nightly

$184 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel features a gym and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free buffet ...

7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

"I searched for accommodations quite a bit before I found a hotel that would allow a dog. This was the place! This hotel was recently remodeled and the rooms were great, and very very clean. They had an awesome hot breakfast with eggs, and different meats, waffles, muffins, oatmeal, etc. I highly ..."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Aqua Breeze Inn

204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA

$102 nightly

$118 total

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Total includes taxes and fees

This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace and laundry facilities are also provided.

7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)

"The room was perfect for a family with a separate king bedroom and two queens in the other room. This property was perfect for us as we had 17 and 15 year old grandsons and our 6 year old grandaughter with us. The boys walked to the boardwalk when ever they wanted to which was great. This property ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

Fully refundable

$140 nightly

$161 total

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Total includes taxes and fees

This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...

6.4/10 (1,007 reviews)

"Hotel Solares was a great experience overall. We enjoyed staying at this hotel and will probably come back for our next visit. It’s very walkable to multiple restaurants as well as the Santa Cruz boardwalk itself. The amenities were very clean and even though they were right outside our bedroom, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

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Top Kid-Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz where Kids Stay FREE

Ocean Pacific Lodge

301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA

$108 nightly

$125 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total includes taxes and fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,094 reviews)

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Pools in Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

$479 nightly

$542 total

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Total includes taxes and fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

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How much does it cost to stay in a family hotel in Santa Cruz?

You can book a stay at a kid-friendly resort in Santa Cruz from just $98 per night. Our prices range up $542 per night if you want to enjoy the high life.

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With over 702 hotels in Santa Cruz, you have a great selection of kid-friendly places to stay. Whether you’re looking for a cheap-and-cheerful property with plenty of space or an activity-filled kid-friendly resort, there’s a getaway to suit your style and your budget at Travelocity.

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