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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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

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Lobby
Lounge
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1255 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95010
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Mercantile
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Bathtub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible, Bathtub (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

In shopping district.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Capitola Beach and Hooper Beach. The Hook and Capitola Wharf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Hooper Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Capitola Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Capitola Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Capitola Mercantile - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Capitola Historical Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Moreno - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3-star hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 1711 square feet (159 square meters) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola.

This 3-star Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1711 sq ft of conference space
  • 159 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2011
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wired and 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 complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 credit 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, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. 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 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz Capitola

Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz Hotel

Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz Hotel Capitola

Santa Cruz Fairfield Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz-Capitola Hotel Capitola

Fairfield Inn And Suites Santa Cruz-Capitola

Fairfield Inn Santa Cruz Capitola Hotel

Fairfield Inn Suites Santa Cruz Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola to the airport?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is 12.5 mi (18-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 Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola on Jun 4, 2026 start from $193, including 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 Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola.

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola to the beach?

This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Capitola Beach and 14-minute walk from Hooper Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola offer free breakfast?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola have a pool?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola to downtown Santa Cruz?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is 3.3 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 744 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zhiwei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, very nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pepito

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, the staff was great and the bed was comfortable. Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Devron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean and close to Capitola Village
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Randy

Clean. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hot tub temp was good, clean room and good wifi. Very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great- would stay again👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - not as busy/crowded as Santa Cruz but still close enough to the beach and other attractions. Staff is friendly and the rooms are clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was easy; check-out even easier. Loved the breakfast setup. The room was nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice sized rooms! Extra seating room. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exactly what we needed for a night in SC
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was clean. staff was courteous. underground parking secure. close to Shadowbrook Restaurant and beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Easy check in and parking which is a major plus for this area. Room was clean, spacious and comfortable. Very quiet. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chaulette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and food is great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Farrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely house and a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful quiet great hotel!

Fantastic hotel. Everything exceeded expectations. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms and the breakfast staff are so friendly!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, safe gated parking was a huge plus!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really liked this hotel. The room was clean, the staff was SO nice and helpful and we were located near the ice machine which was great. They had plenty of parking in the parking structure. We would definitely stay at this location again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025