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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
3-star Mediterranean hotel near Monterey Bay

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Lobby
Lobby
Business center
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View (Hearing Impaired) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View (Hearing Impaired)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 427 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing, Bathtub w/ Grab Bars)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Roll-In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • 356 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • 427 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 427 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(121 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Bathtub w/ Grab Bars) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Bathtub w/ Grab Bars)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 427 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 427 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ocean View (Mobility,Tub w/Grab Bars, Non Smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 498 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non-Smoking, Ocean View

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non-Smoking, Ocean View

  • 427 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

King Room With Mobility Accessible Roll-in Shower-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite with Ocean View-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

2 Queen Beds, Ocean View Suite, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Hearing Impaired Suite, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Two Queen Room with Partial Ocean View Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

King Room with Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Hearing Accessible King Room with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible 2 Queen Room with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

Suite With 2 Queen Beds, Tub With Grab Bars, Ocean View-Non-Smoking, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.A stay at this Westside Santa Cruz hotel places you steps from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and within a 5-minute walk of Pacific Avenue. Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Main Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Picnic Basket - ‬3 min walk

About this property

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3-star Mediterranean hotel near Monterey Bay
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz was completed in March 2022.

This Mediterranean Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2022
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers 60 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 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.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25 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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Lanai Lodge
Lanai Lodge Santa Cruz
Lanai Santa Cruz
Lanai Lodge
La Quinta Inn Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz to the airport?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is 17.2 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 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

As of Jan 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz on Jan 20, 2026 start from $120.7, 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 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

How close is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 3-minute walk from Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.

Does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz have a pool?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 921 out of 1258 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1258 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1258 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1258 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1258 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sean, Fresno

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Won’t stay here again..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAY, MANTECA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Quiet and so close to everything. Walking distance to wharf, boardwalk and Civic Auditorium where we went for our event. Highly recommend.
The view from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon check in, the staff was extremely friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and efficient. Room was clean and staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosio

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was okay, same thing everyday. They put earbuds in every room for a reason. Very noisy hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmeline

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Harold

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
over pay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

bryan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Clean and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gaetana

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Santa Rosa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean as were entire facilities. My only critique is their water softener made the shower a tad slippery.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei Lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, great included breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025