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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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

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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, TV, and a window with blinds.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(71 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View (Hearing Impaired)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing, Bathtub w/ Grab Bars)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and nightstands.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing, Bathtub w/ Grab Bars)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and nightstands.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, TV, and a window with blinds.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(154 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Bathtub w/ Grab Bars)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and window with blinds.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Bathtub w/ Grab Bars)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a large mirror, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ocean View (Mobility,Tub w/Grab Bars, Non Smoking)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ocean View (Mobility,Tub w/Grab Bars, Non Smoking)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Room With Mobility Accessible Roll-in Shower-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Suite with Ocean View-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

2 Queen Beds, Ocean View Suite, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll find Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Pacific Avenue are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3-star Mediterranean hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily.

Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz was completed in March 2022.

This Mediterranean Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2022
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers 60 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • 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

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Lanai Lodge
Lanai Lodge Santa Cruz
Lanai Santa Cruz
Lanai Lodge
La Quinta Inn Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz to the airport?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is 17.2 mi (28-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 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

As of Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz on Aug 17, 2026 start from CA $286, 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 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

How close is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 5-minute walk from Cowell's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.

Does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz have a pool?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 970 out of 1342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1342 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room, great location and perfect breakfast options for the whole family!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, close to pier and free breakfast would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast, pier nearby l.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarojni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would give it more than 5 stars if i could. Great place to stay. Convenient to the beach. Very hospitable staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very family friendly, big rooms and clean. Great location. Kids loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
First time staying here, and definitely will not be the last! Amazing staff! The breakfast was fresh and delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffery Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay if you want to be close to the Boardwalk. Second time staying here and our girls loved it! Breakfast included is always good to have when you travel with kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean , spacious and close to boardwalk
private balcony
huge room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Analisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean hotel, friendly staff, good breakfast offerings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hasmik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean and super helpful staff. Katie at the front desk was very sweet and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff were nice and the location was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location near beach, pier and boardwalk. Very clean. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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4/10 Poor

James

Basically a crappy motel, with paper thin walls. Location is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and quiet. The breakfast was delicious! Staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

TONY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Close to beach and nice big rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy. The breakfast was fresh and good. I appreciate that they have a quiet after 10 PM policy and will charge people extra if they violate it. And the front desk guy was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great walkable location down to the pier, beach, and boardwalk. The rooms are really spacious! Also appreciated the variety of options available at the included breakfast. The public areas and hotel room were clean, modern, and well decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful visit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying here and it was nice to be close to the Boardwalk, and the Wharf, but the beds were way to hard, not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are nice, staff is nice, excellent full breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Hali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent staff and a beautiful property. Short walk to boardwalk. However, the bathroom in room 222 smelled odd and was bothersome. I was thankful to only stay one night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026