Looking to plan a getaway to Santa Cruz with your furry friend? Santa Cruz offers a variety of dog-friendly hotels that cater to both you and your four-legged companion. From charming boutique hotels to beachfront resorts, there is a place for every pet lover in this picturesque coastal city. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere, beautiful beaches, and plenty of outdoor activities that Santa Cruz has to offer, all while creating new memories with your beloved pet.
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Best Santa Cruz Dog Friendly Hotels
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Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz is a 4-star venue around a 10-minute ride from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. The accommodation offers to indulge in a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna or take a refreshing dip in a year-round outdoor swimming pool, before discovering the secrets of African cuisine served at French restaurant.
Rooms are equipped with private bathrooms.
Guests may visit View a Treeside restaurant and a pool bar on site. At the bar, you can select from a range of sports drinks.
Bay Front Inn
The 2-star Bay Front Inn is set 0.8 km from Pacific Garden Mall and 2.7 km from University of California at Santa Cruz. Boasting location close to the Wide Main Sandy Beach, the venue includes 35 rooms and an outdoor swimming pool.
The rooms also have hardwood flooring.
A continental breakfast is provided daily. The pizzeria A Slice of Kianti's is approximately 350 metres away.
Aqua Breeze Inn
Overlooking the ocean, Aqua Breeze Inn is 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park in Santa Cruz. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.
They offer bathrooms fitted with a separate toilet and a shower.
A continental breakfast is available in the morning. The fast food restaurant Falafel Hut is set around 350 metres away.
Oceanfront Retreats
Discover a selection of dog-friendly hotels along the stunning coastline of Santa Cruz. These retreats offer breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, perfect for morning walks with your pet along the beach. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, outdoor seating areas, and pet-friendly amenities that will make your stay unforgettable.
Seaway Inn
Set around 5 minutes by car from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the 2-star Seaway Inn Santa Cruz features Wi-Fi throughout the venue as well as a car park on site. The accommodation is just a 12-minute walk from Steamer Lane.
Guests can enjoy views of the sea. Seaway Inn offers bathrooms fitted with an additional toilet and a shower.
You may walk 5 minutes to Aquarius or eat by The Picnic Basket, located within 350 metres.
Continental Inn
Continental Inn Santa Cruz, located just 1.4 km from Museum of Art and History, features Wi-Fi in the rooms. The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio is 650 metres from this venue.
The rooms provide guests with a microwave and a fridge.
A complimentary breakfast is offered daily. You may walk 5 minutes to 7-Eleven or eat by Sala Thai, located within 200 metres.
Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley, set approximately 10 minutes' drive from The Mystery Spot, offers a swimming pool as well as a fitness area. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is less than 3.8 km away.
Views of the hills are featured in certain rooms. Some units also have coffee and tea making equipment, and a fridge.
An express breakfast is served each morning. Stonehouse Bar & Grill is the property's own lounge bar. Surf City Coffee and Redwood Sandwich Company are 200 metres away from the venue.
Cozy Boutique Inns
Experience the charm and hospitality of Santa Cruz at one of the cozy boutique inns that welcome furry guests. These intimate accommodations offer personalized service, stylish décor, and a warm atmosphere that will make you and your pet feel right at home. Explore the nearby attractions and hidden gems of Santa Cruz while enjoying the comfort of a pet-friendly boutique inn.
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
Nestled in Westside Santa Cruz district, the 4-star Casablanca Inn On The Beach offers lovely accommodation 10 minutes by car from metres to Ocean View Park. Boasting location next to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, the property offers 24 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.
The rooms offer views of the patio. Extras include a separate toilet and a shower in the bathroom.
At Tacos Moreno guests can enjoy Mexican specialities, while Casablanca Bistro offers Mediterranean cuisine.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
The unique Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is a great place to stay in Westside Santa Cruz district in a reasonable distance from University of California at Santa Cruz. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi throughout the venue and access to a fitness suite.
The stylish rooms feature a roll-in shower and a separate toilet.
Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast featuring cereals, fresh fruits, and meat. You may walk 7 minutes to Ristorante Italiano or eat by The Buttery, located within 450 metres.
Pacific Blue Inn
The 4-star Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz places guests merely 1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. Bicycle hire is available at this inn and the area is popular for windsurfing, hiking, and horseback riding.
Rooms include bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.
Guests can dine at the café Fire Fly Cafe, which is about 200 metres away.
Mountain Escapes
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and retreat to the tranquil mountains of Santa Cruz with your dog. Stay at a dog-friendly hotel nestled in the redwoods, offering a peaceful setting for you and your pet to unwind and relax. Enjoy the fresh mountain air, nearby hiking trails, and outdoor activities that will make your stay in Santa Cruz truly memorable.
Hotel Solares
Hotel Solares Santa Cruz, located just off the Wide Main Sandy Beach, a 10-minute drive from University of California at Santa Cruz, features a swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. The venue is 850 metres from Ocean Street.
After a tiring day have a rest on an a private balcony featured in your room. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a bath and a shower.
A continental breakfast is served every morning. While staying at Hotel Solares guests can choose out of dining options nearby, such as Little Caesars, set 450 metres away, or Firefly Coffee House at a 7-minutes’ walking distance.
Sunny Cove Motel
Offering a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, Sunny Cove Motel is set in Eastside Santa Cruz district, 3.5 km from Abbott Square. There is also parking.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. Guestrooms also include tea and coffee making equipment, a fridge, and kitchenware.
Lago di Como Ristorante & Pizzeria and Taqueria Michoacan, situated just 550 metres from Sunny Cove Motel, serve Mediterranean dishes.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Offering spa therapy, various recreational opportunities, and a lending library, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is set in Westside Santa Cruz district, about a 5-minute ride from Museum of Art and History. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park is less than 1.7 km away.
Guests can enjoy views of the city. The spacious rooms feature a lowered sink, a raised toilet, and a shower.
You can have a made-to-order breakfast before going out to explore the area. The accommodation includes a French restaurant and a library bar. Jack in the Box and Taqueria Jalapenos y Pupuseria, where guests can try French meals, are located 250 metres away.
Historic Charm
Immerse yourself in the history and charm of Santa Cruz by staying at a dog-friendly hotel with a rich heritage. These historic properties offer unique accommodations, period furnishings, and pet-friendly policies that welcome your furry friend with open arms. Experience the local culture and architecture of Santa Cruz while enjoying the comfort and convenience of a historic dog-friendly hotel.
Surf City Inn & Suites
Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is located 5 minutes' drive from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and features a hot tub and an indoor pool. Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the inn is set 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park.
A lowered sink, a separate toilet, and a shower, as well as a microwave oven and a refrigerator are featured.
Continental breakfasts are available upon request. There is a snack bar on site. Guests can dine at Taqueria Apatzingan, serving Mexican dishes, or at Taco Bell, located within 6-minutes’ walk.
Ocean Pacific Lodge
The 2-star Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz is placed 11 minutes' stroll from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. This venue features a hot tub and various recreational opportunities as well as high-speed Internet access in the rooms.
The rooms are equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.
A continental breakfast, with different food options, is offered each morning. Guests can dine at the pizzeria A Slice of Kianti's, which is about 300 metres away.
Quality Inn
Offering a central location right next to a motorway, Quality Inn provides easy access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. There is parking on site and Wi-Fi in public areas.
After a tiring day have a rest on an a private balcony featured in your room. They are decorated with elegant furniture.
Dining options include a free buffet breakfast served every morning. Guests will find the restaurant Ike's Place within a 5-minute walk.
Urban Oasis
Explore the vibrant city life of Santa Cruz with your pet by staying at a dog-friendly hotel in the heart of downtown. These urban oases offer easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options, allowing you to experience the lively atmosphere of the city with your furry companion by your side. Enjoy modern amenities, pet-friendly services, and a central location that puts you in the middle of all the action in Santa Cruz.
Motel Santa Cruz
Situated merely 1.4 km from Museum of Art and History, Motel Santa Cruz features Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site. Set in the very heart of Santa Cruz, the venue offers quick access to Ocean Street.
Certain rooms include views of the city. A separate toilet, a bath, and a shower are featured.
At Golden Palace guests can enjoy Asian specialities, while Hindquarter Bar & Grille offers American cuisine.
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz is a 4-star venue positioned 19 minutes on foot from the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach". Located in Westside Santa Cruz district, this accommodation offers 34 rooms along with a swimming pool.
A walk-in shower and a separate toilet along with a microwave, tea and coffee making equipment, and a refrigerator are standard in the rooms.
The venue is a 5-minute walk from the restaurant 7-Eleven.
Pacific Inn Santa Cruz
The 2-star Pacific Inn Santa Cruz is set 2 km from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster and 1.4 km from Museum of Art and History. Located in Westside Santa Cruz district, this property offers 36 rooms along with a swimming pool.
Take advantage of a microwave oven and a fridge available in the rooms.
Pacific Inn Santa Cruz serves a continental breakfast in the morning. The property is a 5-minute walk from the restaurant 7-Eleven.
Ocean Lodge - Santa Cruz
The 2-star Ocean Lodge - Santa Cruz is set 3.3 km from UCSC Arboretum and 2.9 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Wi-Fi is available here throughout the property.
For more comfort a separate toilet and a shower are provided.
Santa Cruz Diner and Togo's are a 5-minute walk away, and they offer some of the best cuisine in Santa Cruz.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
The 3-star Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers 60 rooms in only 1.7 km from the 65-acre California Natural Bridges State Beach. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in the rooms and access to a fitness area.
Rooms at the property are equipped with a microwave, tea and coffee making facilities provided for quest comfort.
A free continental breakfast is available daily. The bakery Companion Bakery is approximately 150 metres away.
Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages
Offering direct access to Ocean View Park, Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages enjoys a quiet location right in the centre of Santa Cruz. It offers Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages offers rooms with views of the garden. A microwave oven, coffee and tea making machines, and a refrigerator are also available.
A continental breakfast is provided for guests. A variety of restaurants like Lago di Como Ristorante & Pizzeria and Lago di Como offers Mediterranean specialities just 400 metres away.
Tranquil Mountain Refuge In Santa Cruz Hotel
Overlooking the garden, Tranquil Mountain Refuge Cabin In Santa Cruz Hotel is around 10 minutes' drive from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in Santa Cruz. There is also parking.
In addition, the rooms offer a fridge, a toaster, and an oven for self-catering as well as a separate toilet and a shower in the bathroom.
Guests can relax and have a snack in the snack bar.