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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Free daily full breakfast
Lobby
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz offers a warm welcome and practical comforts for every traveler. Guests start each morning with a full breakfast, use on-site laundry facilities, work out in the 24-hour gym, relax in the sauna, or lounge by the seasonal outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(118 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Roll-In Shower)

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Roll-In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG provides amenities like free full breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and an elevator
  • A water dispenser, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 100 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, on-request microwaves, and cribs/infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 18 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Business center
  • Meeting facilities
  • Sauna
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 1 to March 31:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night

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 200 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to November
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz
Inn Express Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from December 1 to March 31.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG?

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

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is steps from Ocean Street, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 646 out of 1143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1143 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cozy and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a decent stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuwei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jiehone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The front desk people were nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and well equipped hotel. Breakfast included was a great bonus too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was close to the freeway, ckean quiet and walkable to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious and hotel was near all attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and really clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHENGXIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night and really enjoyed the experience! Thanks for the great service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot near the broad walk Breakfast subpar but free is free
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, location, safe environment, clean property, and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

agnieszka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. Staff & housekeeping were great. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orasio

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overall service, spacious and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bedding was some of the most comfortable for me
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the cleanliness and quiet of the property. Staff was very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kiki

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

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic considering the high price of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Reggie

Property was clean, staff was professional and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was easy to find, liked that the elevator goes straight to garage and straight to floors.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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