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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

2.0 star property
Motel with free breakfast, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Business Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Business Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (2nd Floor) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Business Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Business Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View (Partial) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
130 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Cowell's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Main Beach - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
At Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Swimming pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • A computer station and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 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 (6:00 AM - 10:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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

  • Self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: USD 1.50 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, 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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Howard Johnson Santa Cruz
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 45 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 235 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

6/10 Okay

Luis

Liked: Staff & service
Nice view of the beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds are a little on the uncomfortable side but overall good location and nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. Gave us just what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick easy check in. Right next to everything. Basic hotel good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

IRENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay:) Some feedback: the door lets in some cold air at night, so had to sleep with heat on And could use a few more breakfast options*
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location close to Boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Disappointed in the breakfast. All Wyndhams we have stayed at offer some type of protein with breakfast. There was no eggs, bacon or sausage. They had waffles and a few mini muffins, cereal and yogurt.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super easy check in Hot tub area was clean Short walk to the beach and restaurants This our go to place when staying in this area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here over the weekend for a triathlon event that I was participating in. The room was perfect! The staff is really friendly and the breakfast is great. I’d definitely stay here again the next time I’m in Santa Cruz
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
In a good location but the property is very old and in need of serious repairs and updating. Seems more like a place collage kids would hangout at on spring break.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

greatstay

great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Des

Liked: Staff & service

Location is perfect

Excellent location beach across the street and less than a mile from boardwalk. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

The staff was really friendly and accommodating. The room was excellent and the view was spectacular. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tamarine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the wharf. Very private property. Good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard Schwarz

The Manager, Celeste, was exceptional! She took our many requests, and went above and beyond to help us. She was always kind, polite, and extra nice to the kids, even giving them little notebooks and pens.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The girl at check in was very pleasant and friendly The place itself and rooms are a little outdated but still very clean and location is great Water pressure is horrible Woman at check out was not as friendly as check in lady
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Having a 3 bed room within waking distance to boardwalk and warf was very convenient. The room was cozy but clean. Hot tub was nice, breakfast was slim but we were happy to have waffles included in room price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024