Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Stunning building with a unique architectural style, featuring a rounded corner tower and a covered entrance with an archway.
Relax in a secluded oasis surrounded by lush greenery and an oval pool.
Relax in a serene garden setting, surrounded by lush greenery and shaded by a pergola.
Guests can dine at a long communal table surrounded by comfortable chairs, set with white tableware, and enjoy a scenic view of a vineyard landscape behind.
Experience a warm welcome in our elegantly designed lobby, featuring a reception desk, cozy seating area, and a striking geometric wall.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Forest View, High Floor)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Forest View, High Floor)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Allergy Friendly

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • University of California, Santa Cruz - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Upscale hotel near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Located close to Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads, Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site Californian cuisine restaurant, Stonehouse Bar and Grill, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, meeting rooms, and concierge services
  • ATM/banking services, a vending machine, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 178 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Recycling, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 18 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 16.95 to 25 for adults and USD 14.95 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Stonehouse Bar and Grill
  • Stonehouse Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • 7,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

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 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 16.95 to 25.00 for adults, and USD 14.95 to 20.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 18 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hilton Cruz
Hilton Santa Cruz
Hilton Santa Cruz Hotel
Hilton Santa Cruz Hotel Scotts Valley
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Hilton Scotts Valley Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Hilton Scotts Valley
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Hilton Santa Cruz / Scotts Valley Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley 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 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley?

Self parking is available for USD 18 per night.

What time is check-in at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley?

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

What time is check-out at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley?

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

Where is Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Roaring Camp Railroads and Pacific Avenue. Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 577 out of 1134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1134 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great quiet place to stay with young family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Overall a great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful grounds with Santa Cruz just down the highway
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10

Lovely atmosphere, fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

My second time staying at this hotel, I will always return. Room was huge, respectful employees, great ambiance, and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Clean, nice pool and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

I wish there was a complimentary breakfast but other than that it was good !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

We had the best experience! The food was great the bartenders were great! We hung out in the pool and loved the ambiance!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Property was really clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

It’s so nice and peaceful here. It’s our favorite place to book whenever we’re in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

The location of this place was perfect. It is close to the state park, and close to the Redwoods. Rooms were a little outdated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

It's very pretty
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

I recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Very clean room, nice hot tub and pool area, easy access to Santa Cruz.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10

Nice location...rooms and hallways are dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

It was a nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean, quiet, great service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Nice hotel to stay when visiting Santa Cruz area. The hotel is conveniently located close to freeway, it is easy to get to town. The hotel has an outdoor heated pool and hot tub. The room is spacious and clean. Highly recommended and will definitely go back to stay there again for future visits.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Staff was very friendly and we enjoyed our visit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

Very average, boiler broke down no hot water in the hotel on our last day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

It’s a beautiful property, everyone was kind and nice . The bar was fun and hot large enough for 8-10 .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Breakfast buffet was way overpriced for a breakfast that was not even as good as most complementary breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10

Beautiful views and clean hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Staff were super friendly and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Staff was very friendly. Place was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025