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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Property class: 3
3-star spa hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪10 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 bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(100 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a wooden tray on a ottoman.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a wooden tray on a ottoman.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

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

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Santa Cruz

Walk to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll find Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪High Tide - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪California Wraps - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3-star spa hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3600 square feet (334 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 151 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3600 sq ft of conference space
  • 334 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2022
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offers 151 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations are furnished with king sofa beds. Beds feature down comforters. LCD televisions come with satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Spa Nalini has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 12 to 28 for adults and USD 8 to 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Full-service spa
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • King sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Bonvoy mobile app before check-in
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! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 28 for adults, and USD 8 to 16 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 35 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz to the airport?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is 16.8 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 Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

As of Sept 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz on Sept 14, 2026 start from CA $198, 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 Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 12-minute walk from Cowell's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 28 for adults, USD 8 and 16 for children.

Is there a casino at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

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

Is there free parking at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 35 per night.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a pool?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Spa Nalini, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and hydrotherapy.

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 712 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1181 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shimiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful at check in and check out. Clean facility close to boardwalk and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Easy walk to the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely to enjoy our room And the walking distance to the Boardwalk
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sabre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Walking distance to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very welcoming, and helpful. Our room was clean and spacious. The location was nice and made it easy to walk to the boardwalk and places around there. We also enjoyed the pool and deck area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is great price considering how nice it is. Also your right up road from Boardwalk walking distance. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel super close to the boardwalk!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mathews

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, beautiful property and rooms and close to the boardwalk
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was as described, clean, spacious and comfortable. Check in was fast and easy with staff also being friendly. 5 min walk or less to the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy Ochi

Wonderful property and stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pui i

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice hotel, staff is polite
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff who are very helpful . Front desk is exceptional . Clean and great vibe !
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Inna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ANGELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dolar was the best!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff and clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teutonia Vernee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect doing our stay!! Shelby the receptionist was amazing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here when I’m Santa Cruz. Staff is always friendly and the convenance of the location of being located so close the boardwalk is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Citlaly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed and clean room. It was pretty spacious which was nice. Really close to the boardwalk and beach. We walked there and it was great and short. They have fire pits which were nice to have a drink by at night. The pool was clean. Valet was great. Overall really nice room and great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very appreciative of the staff. We arrived quite early and were just planning to ask if we could leave out things in the lobby but the lovely staff who checked us in, gave us our room early.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. Nice staff. Nice valet guys. Great location 2 blocks from the boardwalk and 1/2 mile from the wharf.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026