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The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

3.0 star property
Lodge with free parking, in the vicinity of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Historic Brookdale Lodge in the Santa Cruz Mountains offers a retreat from everyday life. Guests can enjoy the outdoor entertainment area with a firepit, unwind at the bar, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The surrounding nature reserve provides peaceful views.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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2 Double Bed with Balcony Accessible | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Bed with Balcony Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

2 Double Bed with Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

1 King Bed with Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

King Suite with Balcony and Sofa Sleeper

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Flat-screen TV

2 Double Bed with Patio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Junior Suite with Balcony and Sofa Sleeper

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
11570 Hwy 9, Boulder Creek, CA, 95007

What's nearby

  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 15 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • University of California, Santa Cruz - 19 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 26 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 27 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 28 min drive - 14.2 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trout Farm Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Sawmill Restaurant & Ale House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fosters Freeze - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Henflings Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Lodge near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Located close to Zip Line and Roaring Camp Railroads, The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains provides a firepit, an outdoor entertainment area, and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), 2 meeting rooms, and outdoor furniture
  • A nature reserve and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 12 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Lobby Bar

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1890
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
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
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 13 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Brookdale Lodge Lodge Brookdale
Brookdale Lodge Lodge
Brookdale Lodge Brookdale
Brookdale Lodge Brookdale

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains located?

Situated near the beach, this lodge is within 9 mi (15 km) of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroads, and Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Zip Line and University of California, Santa Cruz are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curley

The rooms were excellent and very clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was exactly what we expected
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the remodel on the rooms. Will come again:)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place fun times great staff and bar
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area , very good, close dining options, excellent room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bret Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that this property is making a comeback; certainly dated property and has a ways to go. Nestled among the coastal pine trees is a huge advantage for them!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean large rooms with a patio. Very affordable!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was quiet and everyone was very friendly. Disappointed the original lobby was closed but enjoyed having the dinner and bar with live music
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms are huge! Service is excellent. Location awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel very good night stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, clean quiet, just needs a pool
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful. I like that it has a bar in the area, there are restaurants, everything is accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely trip with easy driving access to Santa Cruz.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and I enjoyed the historical aspects
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
Great place up stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Like an old chain hotel set in magnificent redwood forest.room was fine, lots of parking. Lots of young friendly people enjoying a weekend night in the outdoor bar area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and accomidating. Nice little store, diner, and bar, with a pool table and shuffle board but unfortunatly closed on mondays. Private patio and large room. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in on Monday. There's no coffee shop, restaurant or bar until weekends, FYI
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the bar near
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a wedding here when we arrived. Staff went out of their way to put us in ad quiet a room as possible. It was remarkably quiet give the size of the wedding event. The room was very clean and nice. Very consistent with pictures advertised. Overall, we were very satisfied and would rate this stay as a great value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One stop shop. They have a cafe, convenient store and bar all on the property, live bands play on the weekends in the lounge, Room was clean and comfortable. All the staff and locals were extremely friendly and accommodating. Will be coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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