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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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Photo gallery for Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.
A dining area with a central table and chairs, a decorative wall with geometric patterns, and a ceiling light fixture.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a television.
A coffee station with four dispensers labeled 'Hot Water,' 'Decaf Roast,' 'Light Roast,' and 'Dark Roast.' There are cups and a small trash bin on the counter.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, benches around the perimeter, and a ladder leading into the water.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1505 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mini)

A modern living room with a teal sofa, a wooden desk, a standing lamp, and a large window with patterned curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mini)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 370 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television, a mirror, a patterned chair, a bed, and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a television.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a microwave, and a large mirror.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a striped chair.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 370 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Queens Hearing Accessible Nonsmoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queens Hearing Accessible Nonsmoking

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds Nonsmoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queen Beds Nonsmoking

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible Two Double beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Heart of Santa Cruz.Your stay at this Westside Santa Cruz hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Also, Ocean Street is within half a mile (1 km) and Pacific Avenue is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mission Santa Cruz - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Hampton Inn Santa Cruz also features an indoor pool, dry cleaning/laundry services, and express check-out. Self parking is free.
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Water dispenser
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
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  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,012 reviews
$165 nightly
The price is $189
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or 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, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 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

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Santa Cruz Hampton Inn
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hampton Inn Santa Cruz to the airport?

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is 15.2 mi (17-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 Hampton Inn Santa Cruz?

As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn Santa Cruz on Aug 25, 2026 start from $183, 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 Hampton Inn Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hampton Inn Santa Cruz.

How close is Hampton Inn Santa Cruz to the beach?

This hotel is 5 mi (12-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 1.7 mi (7-min drive) from Seabright Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hampton Inn Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hampton Inn Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn Santa Cruz?

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

Is there free parking at Hampton Inn Santa Cruz?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hampton Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Hampton Inn Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hampton Inn Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is 0.4 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 663 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 663 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 663 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 663 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 663 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, and staff was helpful, and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean room friendly staff and breakfast was great. Definitely will be staying here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Standard Hampton Inn, clean, great staff and a free breakfast and parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we needed to leave before breakfast, but our stay was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was wonderful will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food and location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fresh and good. Just was missing the bacon or sausage links for children but overall a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, friendly staff, nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here regularly for work trips. The rooms are always spotless and the staff is kind, courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was real good and the heated pool sealed the deal. Family really enjoyed it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is nice Room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amaury

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Nice staff. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, new and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good. The location was convenient and overall it was a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast with outstanding options.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious! Staff were lovely and breakfast was delicious!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff was absolutely wonderful. Our room was well appointed clean and comfortable. Everything worked correctly and the buffet breakfast was wonderful. That hotel was clean. The pool was awesome. We had one of the best times we’ve ever had.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zenaida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lenora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large comfortable and clean room with great lighting! Wonderful friendly professional service!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay was fine could’ve been vacuumed better and more maybe shampoo carpet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rittinell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptionally warm, polite & helpful!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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