Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Property highlights

Cheapest option at this property with free cancellation for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Room with Two Double Beds
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 2 double beds
Free stay for your child
Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 2 left
US$135 per night
Price US$406
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features beautiful ocean views and a hot tub. Free WiFi and a continental breakfast is offered daily for guests. All rooms at the Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk include a flat-screen TV with cable. Comfortably furnished, the bright rooms feature a fridge and microwave. For added convenience, laundry facilities are available. Vending machines offering snacks and beverages are located on site. The University of California Santa Cruz is 12 minutes’ drive from Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The Santa Cruz Wharf is a short walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Howard Johnson
Hotel chain/brand
Howard Johnson

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the real heart of Santa Cruz, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Breakfast to go

Rooms with:

  • Sea view

  • Terrace

  • Private parking at the hotel

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+ Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View - Non-Smoking
  • Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Continental breakfast included
  • 2 large double beds
US$510 for 3 nights
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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Room with Two Double Beds
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 2 double beds
Free stay for your child
Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
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US$135 per night
Price US$406
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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+ Business Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View - Non-Smoking
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 large double beds
US$510 for 3 nights
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+ Business Room with Three Double Beds and Partial Ocean View - Non-Smoking
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Continental breakfast included
  • 3 double beds
US$598 for 3 nights
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+ Suite with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
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  • 2 large double beds
US$426 for 3 nights
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King Studio Suite - Non-Smoking
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$426 for 3 nights
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Business Queen Room with Partial Ocean View - Non-Smoking
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  • 1 large double bed
US$426 for 3 nights
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Business King Room with Ocean View - Non-Smoking
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$518 for 3 nights
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Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View - Non-Smoking
  • 2 large double beds
Private suite
280 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Microwave
  • Hairdryer
  • Alarm clock
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$170 per night
Price US$510
Excluded: US$ 2.25 City tax per night, 12 % Tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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  • Free stay for your child
Standard Room with Two Double Beds
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 2 double beds
Room
280 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$135 per night
Price US$406
Excluded: US$ 2.25 City tax per night, 12 % Tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
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  • Free stay for your child
Business Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View - Non-Smoking
  • 2 large double beds
Room
280 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$170 per night
Price US$510
Excluded: US$ 2.25 City tax per night, 12 % Tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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  • Free stay for your child
Business Room with Three Double Beds and Partial Ocean View - Non-Smoking
  • 3 double beds
Room
280 feet²
View
Air conditioning
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$199 per night
Price US$598
Excluded: US$ 2.25 City tax per night, 12 % Tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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    We have 2 left
  • Free stay for your child
Suite with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
  • 2 large double beds
Private suite
280 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$142 per night
Price US$426
Excluded: US$ 2.25 City tax per night, 12 % Tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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    We have 2 left
  • Free stay for your child
King Studio Suite - Non-Smoking
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Private suite
280 feet²
View
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$142 per night
Price US$426
Excluded: US$ 2.25 City tax per night, 12 % Tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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    We have 3 left
Business Queen Room with Partial Ocean View - Non-Smoking
  • 1 large double bed
Room
280 feet²
View
Air conditioning
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$142 per night
Price US$426
Excluded: US$ 2.25 City tax per night, 12 % Tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • •
    We have 1 left
Business King Room with Ocean View - Non-Smoking
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Room
280 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Air conditioning
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$173 per night
Price US$518
Excluded: US$ 2.25 City tax per night, 12 % Tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 30 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Guests who stayed here loved

Graham
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“To be fair, this place is fine. We found it clean and comfortable, also in a great location. Good parking facilities and the breakfast was adequate.”
Morbeachgrl1
United States United States
“Location was prime view was amazing super clean great variety for breakfast just wonderful”
Kerry
United States United States
“Ocean view private balcony overlooking the Santa Cruz pier”
Browne
Australia Australia
“Amazing location. Staff, both the front desk and cleaners, are super friendly.”
Hugh
New Zealand New Zealand
“very comfortable room, with comfortable bed, use of spa at end of day, use of laundry, location near beach and boardwalk easily walkable, excellent choice in breakfast, friendly staff”
Sam
Turkey Turkey
“The location of the hotel was very nice. The hotel is clean and tidy. Seleste in particular resolved the few issues we had very quickly. She was extremely helpful and friendly. We thank her. We will come back here again”
Claudia
Italy Italy
“We liked the view, the big and comfortable bed and the little terrace facing the ocean. The host was also very nice, she gave us a room upgrade for free.”
Ruby
United States United States
“Our room was walking distance to the beach. We had a beautiful view as well.”
Tamara
United States United States
“Beautiful view from balcony, great hotel with friendly & helpful staff. Clean rooms with nice amenities”
Jerry
United States United States
“Breakfast was good and the location is awesome. The staff were very friendly and I would definitely stay here again.”

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House rules

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If arriving after 22:30, please contact the hotel for instructions on late check-in.

Parking at the hotel is available for hotel guests ONLY.

Please note that there is US$ 20.00 parking fee if you will bring a second car.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.