Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Reception
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

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6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mystery Spot
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Forest View, High Floor)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Forest View, High Floor)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Allergy Friendly

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 352 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 750 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 750 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Near the airport.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Roaring Camp Railroads with a stay here. Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Wharf are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • University of California, Santa Cruz - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bruno's Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Otoro Sushi - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

4-star hotel near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 5 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 7000 square feet (650 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Santa Cruz hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 178 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 7000 sq ft of conference space
  • 650 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1999
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley offers 178 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary weekday newspapers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 18 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 16.95 to 25 for adults and USD 14.95 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • 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
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 16.95 to 25.00 for adults, and USD 14.95 to 20.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 18 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 CleanStay (Hilton)
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, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hilton Cruz
Hilton Santa Cruz
Hilton Santa Cruz Hotel
Hilton Santa Cruz Hotel Scotts Valley
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Hilton Scotts Valley Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Hilton Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz Scotts Valley Hilton
Scotts Valley Santa Cruz
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Hilton Scotts Valley Hotel
Hilton Santa Cruz / Scotts Valley Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley to the airport?

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is 18.7 mi (25-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 Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley?

As of Sep 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley on Oct 26, 2025 start from $105.4, 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 Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley.

How close is Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley to the beach?

This hotel is 8.4 mi (17-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 11.4 mi (21-min drive) from Rio Del Mar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 16.95 and 25.00 for adults, USD 14.95 and 20.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 18 per night.

Does Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley have a pool?

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley features an outdoor pool.

Does Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley have a restaurant?

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is home to Stonehouse Bar and Grill, which features Californian cuisine, light fare, and brunch.

Does Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley to downtown Santa Cruz?

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is 4 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 622 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1199 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

michael

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

2/10 Terrible

WILSON, Grants Pass

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pulled bed sheets back and what did I see. Yesterday’s hair in the bed. So, I pulled cover back and slept on top.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina, MOUNT PLEASANT

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RANDY

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

10/10 Excellent

RANDY V

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

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

10/10 Excellent

lynette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best experience! The food was great the bartenders were great! We hung out in the pool and loved the ambiance!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Luis

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location...rooms and hallways are dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Upon checking, the concierge was not very friendly. There were a lot of construction workers staying at the hotel. There were no perks and no amenities. The facility was run down. For the same price, we could have stayed at the autograph in Santa Cruz, which is much nicer and much more family. Friendly atmosphere I was quite surprised that this was actually a hilton.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshlyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved my stay there! The hotel is beautiful with trees around. Staff were friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Itzely

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s so nice and peaceful here. It’s our favorite place to book whenever we’re in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mitchell

Watch out!

Didn’t have daily room cleaning! We stayed for 4 nights and had our room cleaned 1 day, out of 4! Had to call to get clean towels and wash cloths on the non cleaned days! Couldn’t believe this was supposed to be a Hilton!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlinda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms really musty and smell. Feels like 1970s. Very delapidated restaurant and basic coffee in the morning. They also now charge for everything. Parking used to be free. Wifi and water too. They now charge for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

martha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice pool and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The view was nice. The room however stunk like greasy fried shrimp that hovered in the air. Turned in the AC with the door open to dissipate the odor. Slept all night with the slider open as the smell was overwhelming. Attempted to change rooms but it was too much with 95 year old. Brought to hotels attention first night and they sent housekeeping with spray bottle. Didn’t last. Hotel needs to compensate for at least 1 night. Thx
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

margaret

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

david

Traveled with family
Lovely atmosphere, fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brooke

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025