Santa Cruz Golf hotels

Yasunori Mizuno
2 years ago

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Here is a quick list of hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

6.7 / 10

(110 Reviews)

From 72$
Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

8.3 / 10

(225 Reviews)

From 249$
Hitching Post Studios Inn

8.4 / 10

(361 Reviews)

From 75$
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8.7 / 10

(796 Reviews)

From 222$
The Inn At Pasatiempo

8.1 / 10

(437 Reviews)

From 129$

When it comes to travelling to the beautiful coastal city of Santa Cruz, golf hotels should be at the top of your list for places to stay. One of the main reasons to opt for a golf hotel is the convenience it offers - with so many great golf courses in and around the city, you can easily make the most of your stay, without having to worry about organizing an outing or getting to and from the golf courses.

Not only do golf hotels in Santa Cruz offer great convenience and accessibility, they also provide guests with added luxury and comfort. Many golf hotels include full spa facilities, ensuring you can relax and completely unwind during your stay. In addition, most golf hotels are located near golf courses, guaranteeing you easy access to some of the best fairways in the area.

Another great reason to consider staying at a golf hotel in Santa Cruz is that you are surrounded by like-minded people and do not have to worry about disruption or overcrowding. As golf hotels tend to be more exclusive and luxurious than regular hotels, you should be able to socialize in an exclusive environment without having to worry about tour groups or busy families.

Finally, it is important to point out that the staff at many golf hotels are likely to have an intimate understanding of the local golf courses, meaning you should be able to get advice on the best courses to play, as well as any discounts or deals that might be available. With all this in mind, it is easy to understand why golf hotels should be at the top of your list for accommodation for your trip to Santa Cruz.

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Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages Hitching Post Studios Inn Dream Inn Santa Cruz The Inn At Pasatiempo Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley Chaminade Resort & Spa Ocean Gate Inn Carousel Beach Inn Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

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6.7
Good
110 Reviews

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

📍 1101 Ocean Street

From 72$

Located in the very heart of Santa Cruz, the 2-star Quality Inn Santa Cruz offers fast access to the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, which helps break from routine and stands a 25-minute walk away. For business travellers, a photocopy machine and a desk are available on request.

The movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" is only 1.9 km from this family inn while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park is set a 25-minute walk away. Quality Inn Santa Cruz is also opposite to Kiva Retreat House, and near a motorway. Visit Duck Island Pond, 650 metres away from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. The location of Quality Inn Santa Cruz will allow you to be around 25 minutes on foot from Cowell Beach.

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8.3
Very good
225 Reviews

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

📍 401 Johans Beach Drive

From 249$

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages Santa Cruz is 4-star accommodation with a patio, located a 10-minute ride from Capitola Beach. The quiet location relatively close to Twin Lakes makes this inn suitable for a wide range of activities, including hiking and table tennis.

The property is right in the centre of Santa Cruz, near parks. Near a theme park and a coffee shop, the hotel is really close to Sunny Cove Beach County Park. This accommodation is perfectly located within walking distance of shops and a market. Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is placed 3.7 km away from Museum of Art and History. The property stands a mere 550 metres away from Sunny Cove Sandy Swimming Beach, just near Portola Drive & 18th Avenue bus stop.

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8.4
Very good
361 Reviews

Hitching Post Studios Inn

📍 1717 Soquel Avenue

From 75$

Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz offers 31 rooms about 5 minutes by car from the big Twin Lakes State Beach. This inn has views of the garden and features WiFi throughout the property.

Santa Cruz Bible Church is located 5 minutes on foot from the accommodation, and such natural sites as Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park is within 2.5 km away. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is a 10-minute drive from the 2-star hotel, while Mineta San Jose International airport is 55 km from it. This property is placed a 10-minute ride from Lighthouse Point. Hitching Post Studios Inn stands a mere 350 metres from Arana Gulch Trail, only a few minutes away from Soquel Avenue & Hagemann Avenue bus stop.

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8.7
Excellent
796 Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

📍 175 West Cliff Drive

From 222$

Situated just 1 km from San Lorenzo River, the 4-star Dream Inn Santa Cruz features a cash machine and a lift for guests' convenience. Just a walk down to Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the upscale inn offers a great location and includes an American-style restaurant.

Cocoanut Grove Santa Cruz is 600 metres from this upscale beachfront accommodation and at a 0.8 km distance from Noland's on the Wharf Swimwear Store. Dream Inn Santa Cruz is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, 50 metres of Santa Cruz Main Beach. The surfing beach is within 50 metres away. You can easily find Seabright State Sandy Beach a 10-minute drive away from Dream Inn Santa Cruz. The Sky Glider cable car station is a walk from the boutique style property.

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8.1
Very good
437 Reviews

The Inn At Pasatiempo

📍 555 Highway 17

From 129$

The Inn At Pasatiempo Santa Cruz is a 3-star property near mountains and gardens. Business travellers will appreciate Wi-Fi throughout the property and access to a conference centre.

The inn is 5 minutes by car from Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church and at a 4.3 km distance from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. This boutique style hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as the sporty Harvey West Park (2.6 km) and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park (2.2 km). Along with other cultural attractions Museum of Art and History is nestled within 3.3 km from the accommodation. The Inn At Pasatiempo is sited near Highway 17 & Pasatiempo Drive bus stop.

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Hotels in Santa Cruz

Airport nearby ✈️ Monterey Peninsula, Oakland International, Mineta San Jose International, San Francisco International
Average price 💰 250$
Hotels in Santa Cruz 🏨 81
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 3870
Landmarks nearby 📍 University of California at Santa Cruz, Wilder Ranch State Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Museum of Art and History, Cave Train
Hotel with a view 🔍 Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
Family Hotel 👪 Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages
Top Service Hotel 🛁 Hitching Post Studios Inn

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8
Very good
738 Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

📍 6001 La Madrona Drive

From 75$

The 3-star Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Hotel lies in a business area and provides guests with late check-out, express check-out and ironing. This Santa Cruz hotel, set at a short distance from South San Francisco Bay, offers a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool.

The comfortable romantic accommodation is ideally situated at a 2.6 km distance from Lodato Park and 7 km from University of California at Santa Cruz. The family-friendly Roaring Camp Park is also located 3.2 km from Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Santa Cruz. Entertainment options in the area feature the performing arts theater "Rio Theatre" 7 km from this Santa Cruz property. Mount Hermon Road & Whispering Pines Drive bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is at a near distance from Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Hotel.

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7.2
Good
253 Reviews

Chaminade Resort & Spa

📍 One Chaminade Lane

From 199$

Located at a 6 km distance from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, the comfortable 4-star Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz boasts a wellness centre with Ayurveda therapy, facials and body treatments. Guests can enjoy views of the big Twin Lakes State Beach within 4.2 km away or take advantage of a Jacuzzi, sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool offered onsite.

Set just a short drive from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the hotel also gives access to such sports venues as DeLaveaga Golf Course, which is approximately a 15-minute stroll away. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is 15 minutes' drive from Chaminade Resort & Santa Cruz, while Dominican Hospital bus stop is approximately a 10-minute walk away. The comfortable accommodation is set in a mountain. Along with other cultural attractions Museum of Art and History is nestled a 10-minute ride from Chaminade Resort & Spa.

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7.8
Very good
182 Reviews

Ocean Gate Inn

📍 111 Ocean Street

From 95$

Located in the heart of Santa Cruz, the 2-star Ocean Gate Inn offers fast access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, which helps break from routine and stands around 20 minutes' walk away. Featuring 25 rooms with views of the river, the inn is set nearly a 15-minute walk from the Wide Main Sandy Beach.

You'll be only a 12-minute walk away from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and within a 5-minute drive away from the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster. Ocean Gate is also 5 minutes' drive from such natural sights as Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Visit Duck Island Pond, at 950 metres of the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. Ocean Gate Inn is located right near Mike Fox Skate Park in the Westside Santa Cruz district. Broadway & Ocean Street bus stop is 10 minutes' walk from the property.

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8.4
Very good
1695 Reviews

Carousel Beach Inn

📍 110 Riverside Avenue

From 109$

Carousel Beach Inn Santa Cruz is a 2-star property 13 minutes' walk from Cowell Beach. Featuring 16 rooms with views of the ocean, this inn is set just a short drive from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.

The accommodation also gives access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, which is within 1.1 km away. Entertainment venues in the area are Mike Fox Skate Park (650 metres) and the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" (1.4 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is 200 metres away. Options for cultural tourism include Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, set within 1.2 km away. This Santa Cruz hotel is 150 metres of the Sky Glider cable car station.

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8.1
Very good
756 Reviews

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

📍 110 Plymouth St.

From 94$

The 2-star Comfort Inn Santa Cruz is situated in the business Westside Santa Cruz district, 2.8 km from such family venues as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. Featuring a hot tub, sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool, this Santa Cruz inn is set within walking distance of Monterey Bay.

Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and Museum of Art and History are each 10 and about a 25-minute walk from the property. The touristic area gives access to the scenic sloped Pogonip Park (2.3 km) and Cowell Beach (2.8 km). Visit Duck Island Pond, less than 10 minutes on foot from the hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. You can easily find Ocean View Park about a 25-minute walk from Comfort Inn Santa Cruz. Situated in the heart of Santa Cruz, the accommodation is only minutes from Plymouth Street & Ocean Street bus stop.

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6.8
Good
705 Reviews

Oceana Inn Santa Cruz (Adults Only)

📍 525 Ocean Street

From 59$

The 2-star Oceana Inn Santa Cruz is situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, around a 25-minute walk from such family venues as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Guests will have access to a lorry parking on site for added convenience.

The designer inn puts you in the heart of Santa Cruz, at a moderate distance from Museum of Art and History. Cultural sights in the area include Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, which is nearly a 5-minute ride away. Visit Duck Island Pond, within 250 metres of this Santa Cruz hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. Visit Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, within a minutes' drive of Oceana Inn Santa Cruz, and feel in total harmony with the nature of United States. The modern accommodation stands close to Ocean Street, 100 metres of Soquel Avenue & Ocean Street bus stop.

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8.4
Very good
194 Reviews

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

📍 1505 Ocean Street

From 219$

Located in the shopping district of Santa Cruz, Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is 3 km from such culture-oriented attractions as Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. The inn offers WiFi throughout the property and has computers, banquet and meeting facilities.

The accommodation is situated 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park and near a shopping district. Museum of Art and History in Santa Cruz is not very far from this 3-star hotel. The property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Duck Island Pond a mere 10 minutes' stroll away. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz is 2.8 km from Neary Lagoon Park and other main attractions of Santa Cruz. This accommodation lies near a motorway for the tourists to begin exploring Santa Cruz.

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8.6
Excellent
140 Reviews

The Babbling Brook Inn

📍 1025 Laurel St

From 209$

The 3-star Babbling Brook Inn is situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district, around a 25-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, which is highly recommended for a family visit. Boasting a location near Kuumbwa Jazz Center, this Santa Cruz inn features 13 rooms as well as a storage for belongings and a lobby area.

The designer property is located in the very heart of Santa Cruz, about a 16-minute walk from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and at a 0.8 km distance from Neary Lagoon Park. Babbling Brook Santa Cruz offers proximity to such natural sights as Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park (1.8 km) and the Wide Main Sandy Beach (1.6 km). This modern accommodation is set near parks in Santa Cruz. The Babbling Brook Inn stands at a medium distance from Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. The property is located 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport and at 250 metres from Laurel Street & Blackburn Street bus stop.

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8
Very good
804 Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz By Ihg

📍 1410 Ocean Street

From 100$

Comprising 100 rooms, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz is a 10-minute drive from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach. The inn is placed a 10-minute ride from The Mystery Spot, and provides guests with a plunge pool and sauna facilities.

Located in the Westside Santa Cruz district, the property is set within a 10-minute drive away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. This 3-star hotel is also a minute's drive from such natural sights as Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Visit Duck Island Pond, at 900 metres of the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. Along with other cultural attractions Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is nestled 2.7 km from Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz. This property is located 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport and just a walk down to Ocean Street & Franklin Street bus stop.

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7.3
Good
1570 Reviews

Surf City Inn & Suites

📍 619 Riverside Avenue

From 77$

Nestled in the Westside Santa Cruz district, Surf City Inn & Suites is within a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. The motel is placed nearly a 5-minute ride from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, and provides guests with a hot tub and an indoor pool.

The accommodation in Santa Cruz is within a 5-minute drive away from Cowell Beach. Cultural sights in the area are Museum of Art and History (1 km) and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center (1.6 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is 800 metres away. Mike Fox Skate Park and San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center are only minutes from the 2-star Surf City Inn & Suites. This property is located 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport and at 300 metres of Broadway & Riverside Avenue bus stop.

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7.8
Very good
889 Reviews

Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

📍 130 West Cliff Drive

From 108$

Situated about a 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach, the 2-star Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Hotel offers 30 guestrooms. The smoke-free inn in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, within 25 minutes' walk from such natural sights as the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach".

Pacific Avenue is about 13 minutes' walk from the comfortable property, while Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church is settled within 2.2 km away. Such family attractions as the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park are 700 metres and 0.7 km away. This Santa Cruz hotel is placed within a minutes' drive of Monterey Bay. Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Hotel is situated in walking distance from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach, while Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station lies approximately a 10-minute walk away. The comfortable accommodation is a 10-minute walk from Sky Glider cable car station.

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7.6
Very good
252 Reviews

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

📍 500 Ocean Street

From 134$

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz is an unique 3-star property set a 10-minute drive away from University of California at Santa Cruz and 5 minutes' drive from Seabright State Sandy Beach. Featuring Wi Fi in public areas, this Santa Cruz inn also has amenities such as baggage storage and a lobby area.

The accommodation is placed in the Westside Santa Cruz district, a minute's drive from such family-friendly attractions as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Western Plus All Suites offers proximity to such natural sights as Neary Lagoon Park (2.5 km) and the Wide Main Sandy Beach (1.7 km). Visit Duck Island Pond, at 300 metres from this unique property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. Cultural experience in the area feature Museum of Art and History, situated only a short drive from Best Western Plus All Suites Inn. Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station is a 10-minute walk from the accommodation, while Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is a 10-minute ride away.

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Santa Cruz Golf hotels FAQ
What are the most popular Santa Cruz resorts with spa services?
If you're searching for a spa retreat, book these Santa Cruz resorts:
Mission Inn rating: 8.2/10 for approximately 99US$ per night or Surf City Inn & Suites rating: 7.6/10 for about 77US$ per night.
What are the top 10 resorts in Santa Cruz?
According to our find-travel-deals.com statistics, Chaminade Resort & Spa, Ocean Pacific Lodge, and Salt Air Lodge are the top hotel resorts for a memorable stay.
What are the best Santa Cruz resorts near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?
According to find-travel-deals.com statistics, Hyatt Place and Surf City Inn & Suites are the best resorts located near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
What are the most popular resorts in Santa Cruz near a beach?
Travellers on find-travel-deals.com enjoy staying at Seaway Inn, providing cots, hiking, and bowling along with Aquarius restaurant nearby.
What are the best family-friendly Santa Cruz resorts?
According to find-travel-deals.com statistics, many travellers enjoy staying at these child-friendly resorts — Hilton Scotts Valley rating: 8.4/10 and Quality Inn rating: 7.6/10. Click here for other options.
Which golf resorts in Santa Cruz would you recommend?
You may book Villa Vista providing a golf, for about 983US$ per night.
What are the best pet-friendly resorts in Santa Cruz?
Hilton Scotts Valley rating: 8.4/10 is an excellent choice amongst 9 pet-friendly resorts to stay with your fur-family.

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