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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

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Map
1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Ocean Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Pacific Avenue
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Mission Santa Cruz
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Monterey Bay. The 100 rooms at this hotel include refrigerators and coffee makers and guests can enjoy free breakfast.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk
  • Pacific Avenue - 13 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mariannes Ice Cream - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Guests of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel enjoy a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Self parking is available for USD 10 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a computer station, and express check-out.
Guests can expect LCD TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 18 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Business center
  • Meeting facilities
  • Sauna
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 1 to March 31:
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from January 2 2025 to July 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Meeting facilities
  • Sauna
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 10 per night (in/out privileges)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to November.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz
Inn Express Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz an IHG Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel?

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel on Feb 5, 2025 start from $88.4, 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.

What's there to do around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz, just steps from Ocean Street. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel?

Yes, covered parking is offered for USD 10 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from April until November.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a seasonal outdoor pool and a sauna.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 15.2 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is around 27.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 534 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Improve the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Comfortable beds, morning breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The person who checked us in was AMAZING! The pool was too cold and very small. Would have been nice if there was a hot tub. The beds are comfortable. (Not the pull out bed, it was horrible, they need to upgrade the mattress pads in those). I wasn’t happy that we only had one tv when we were staying in the suite room that should have had 2- the cable service kept glitching in and out off and on. We’ve stayed here twice and we will still stay again. Even with the couple of downs about this hotel, you definitely can’t beat the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Amenities
na
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in and check out with a very friendly staff. Lobby and hotel room were super clean and there was a nice selection for breakfast. Definitely will be staying here next time I am in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner
It’s ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maria, Van Nuys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, La Valle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and easy and the clerk was super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greicy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHEILA RIVERA

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is quite good. Feel safe and surroundings are clean. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue, Laguna niguel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sanjiv

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location and good hotel, few things need
Service was offered around 4:30 when I was back in the room, Ideally service should always happen in between Check out times and CHeck in times. Also Bed was a bit uncomfortable for my back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed talking with the staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were able to check in a bit early which was super helpful. The employee who checked us in was very gracious and kind. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nadia b

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for a family on a budget visiting Santa Cruz!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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