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Top Santa Cruz Pet Friendly Hotels

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
$90 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
$105 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
This motel's 2 hot tubs and outdoor pool are among the featured amenities. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,185 reviews)
"Perfect for an overnight or weekend stay, great location"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$126 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,053 reviews)
"AC was broken so it was either frosty or hot because it was off. The room was next to stairs so we could hear everyone moving on them. That said the staff was above and beyond great and the restaurant was delicious and quick."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
$101 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$117 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and perks like free WiFi. Enjoy the hot tub and conveniences like ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,196 reviews)
"staff very good, a nice place to stay easy access our only problem were both mattress's were very worn out or just cheap. not my normal experience at a Hilton neither of us slept well sorry to say!"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

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Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

6020 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$125 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"It was fine. Coffee maker was a bit odd, would be easier to have pots vs individual coffee maker."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

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Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz, CA
$160 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$179 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free resort features a full-service spa, 4 outdoor tennis courts, and a restaurant. Enjoy the outdoor pool and perks like free WiFi. You'll appreciate ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
"The rooms are cozy and comfortable. Beautiful views. Quiet and serene. The pool area with jacuzzis is relaxing. The spa is relaxing. There is one side for adults only. It has a poolside bar. Super fun! Dinner was amazing and you cannot beat the views and atmosphere. There’s a fun bar as well. The ..."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

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Continental Inn

Continental Inn

414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$77 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
$89 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Girl at the counter was very nice and helped us With directions on finding a place to eat did not like being charged for parking."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$85 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$99 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
A seasonal outdoor pool is featured at this motel, along with free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. A garden, a picnic area, and express check-out are also ...
7/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
"I will definitely come back and stay here again once I visit Santa Cruz. Very quiet and safe area"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

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Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$112 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$129 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with 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 (1,013 reviews)
"No fee self parking. Entire property was fenced safe environment."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

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Have you caught yourself wondering, “What is Santa Cruz known for?” Well, there aren’t too many places on the planet where you can hike through thick, lush forests in the morning, spend the afternoon on a wind-swept sandy beach, and enjoy dinner at a charming downtown patio café. Santa Cruz offers all of that, and more. Located on California’s Monterey Bay, the Original Surf City is a pet owner’s delight with outdoor fun waiting behind every giant redwood, crisp wave, and unique storefront window. When you stay in Santa Cruz, dog-friendly hotels like the Chaminade Resort & Spa are the way to go. You and Salvador Dogi will be close to all the wonders of the Northern California coast and you’ll have a comfortable retreat to return to after each adventure.

What can I do in Santa Cruz with my pet?

You certainly won’t be lacking things that you and your pet can do while you are in Santa Cruz. Aside from exploring the woodlands high above the Pacific, here are some of our favorite activities for you and your furry friend:

  • University Terrace Dog Run: This is a great off-leash area for your pooch to burn off some steam and interact with other California canines.
  • Beaches: Santa Cruz has not one, but three dog-friendly beaches. Your tail-wagging wave warrior will have to remain on-leash, though that shouldn’t limit the fun. Seabright Beach is the most popular, followed closely by Twin Lakes State Beach and Its Beach. Surf’s up!
  • Venture Quest: Rent a kayak and you and your barking buddy can tool around the wharf for a different perspective of the seaside Shangri La.
  • Bed and Biscuits Groomingdales: A great way to end your time in Northern California’s natural gem is with a trip to this pet grooming service. Pamper your pup before heading back home.

Can I go camping with my pet near the Santa Cruz redwoods?

Santa Cruz pet-friendly hotels may be a comfortable temporary home while visiting the Monterey coast. But to truly experience the natural wonder of the massive redwoods surrounding the area, you’ll want to spend a night or two camping under the stars. If you and your canine camping companion are looking for a great place, you should investigate the following sites:

  • Big Basin Redwoods State Park: California’s oldest state park has 80 miles of trails, secluded waterfalls, and the tallest plants on the planet—the costal redwood.
  • New Brighton State Beach: The shade of the iconic conifers gives way to the sun and sand of the beach, offering you and your pet the best of both worlds.
  • Seacliff State Beach: The redwoods loom overhead on this sandy stretch of shoreline. Famous for its driftwood, Seacliff has the makings of an epic game of fetch.

Let Travelocity help you book your Golden State getaway. You’ll find a large selection of pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz like the Continental Inn where you and your four-legged friend can stay. You might just save enough money to buy your furry pal a custom wetsuit so he can hang ten…or twenty, as it were.

Santa Cruz hotels essential information

Accommodation
708 hotels
Lowest Price
$89
Highest Price
$179
Popular hotels
Ocean Pacific Lodge, Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, Continental Inn, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz, Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley, Chaminade Resort & Spa, Hotel Solares, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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