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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View
Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Pool
Lobby
Business Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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130 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Business Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Business Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Business Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Business Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Business Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Business Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View (Partial)

Business Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View (Partial)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Business Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Business Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

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

About the area

Santa Cruz

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Westside Santa Cruz motel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2 miles (3 km) of Monterey Bay. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Pacific Avenue are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served daily. A hot tub, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Convenience store
  • No smoking on site
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Motel
Howard Johnson Santa Cruz
Howard Johnson Inn Fisherman`s Wharf Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz
Howard Johnson Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Motel
Howard Johnson Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Howard Johnson Boardwalk
Howard Johnson Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Howard Johnson Wyndham Boardwalk
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Motel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz to the airport?

Howard Johnson 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 Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz on Jun 18, 2026 start from CA $250, 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 Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz to the beach?

This motel is a short 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 5.3 mi (20-min drive) from Capitola Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in costs USD 45 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz have a pool?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz does not have a pool.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz is 1 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 210 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near wharf. Within walking distance of many local sights of interest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed another stay! Celeste & staff are always friendly & welcoming, clean room, very nice complementary breakfast, we always enjoy our relaxing stay here and look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Solid breakfast, enjoyed the hot tub, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, and the staff was wonderful. It was within walking distance to the pier, the boardwalk, and the markets. I would recommend to anyone this is really a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and in a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was amazing staff was more than accommodating and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mila

Very nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Amenities
Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great place for the family of 6 right by the beach breakfast was great but the hot tub was cold!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is super nice. I live staying here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast good with waffles. Covered spa area was enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly service y safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had a great stay and enjoyed the hot tub and other amenities. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome! Celeste was very accommodating and ensured we were happy with everything :-) The room was really nice. The heater was a little noisy, but it kept us warm from the wet and cold weather we were having during our stay. Small little perks like happy phrases and winning some silicon jewelry to getting roses for our stay was a cool touch :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Catrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking to red d
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our overall stay. Hotel staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the balcony and view! Nice check in gal and such an easy walk to the Pier and beach ⛱️ We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is a little old but is very clean and the location of the Inn is within walking distance to all the attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay here in the future
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Easy access to wharf and pier.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location! Great breakfast. Good hotel service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025