Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2 stars
7,5
Good
based on 1965 reviews
1 965 reviews
130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
+1 831 423 7737
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Sun 9/8
2 guests, 1 room
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R2 188
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R2 188
King room, 1 king bed
R2 200
Standard Room, bed type unknown
R2 519
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Overview

Within 20 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers guests a convenient base while visiting Santa Cruz. It is situated a short stroll from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf.

The hotel has 25 rooms and has been recently refurbished. Relaxation options include a Jacuzzi and a swimming pool. The hotel also offers a 24-hour reception, laundry facilities and meeting rooms.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk provides bright rooms equipped with a microwave, a hair dryer and a refrigerator, plus all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay.

The hotel enjoys a superb location, allowing guests easy access to a range of tourist attractions and restaurants. San Jose International Airport is a 50-minute drive away.

7,5
Good
1965 reviews

Latest deals for Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Sat 8/8
-
Sun 9/8
Queen room, bed type unknown
R2 188
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
R7 362
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
R2 200
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
R2 519
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
R2 780
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
R2 678
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 double beds
R3 107
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
R8 503
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
R3 205
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
R3 356
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 double beds
R6 017
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
R3 329
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
R4 091
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 double beds
R3 519
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
R3 535
nightly with fees
Double room, 3 double beds
R8 349
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 535
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
R3 685
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
R9 321
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 987
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
R4 129
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
R4 334
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
R4 668
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
R5 006
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
R6 073
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
R4 743
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
R4 758
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
R6 950
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
R8 503
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

  • Snorkelling
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
  • Mini-golf
  • Bowling
  • Windsurfing

Dining

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Microwave
  • Snack bar
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Accessible parking
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Higher-level toilet
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub

Reviews of Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

7,5
Good
1965 verified ratings
Wonderful
549
Very good
296
Good
329
Okay
196
Fair
218
Mediocre
114
Poor
263

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's excellent location, close to the beach, wharf, and downtown, making it convenient for sightseeing and activities. Some guests appreciate the clean rooms, friendly staff, and decent breakfast options, especially the waffles. However, there are frequent mentions of maintenance issues, cleanliness concerns, and inconsistent service quality. Breakfast is generally considered basic, and some amenities like the spa or jacuzzi were not always available. Value for price is mixed, with several guests feeling the hotel is overpriced for what it offers.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness5 out of 10
Service5 out of 10
Breakfast5 out of 10
Value for Price4 out of 10
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2.0
Poor
Adrian, Oct 2022
BAD BAD BAD - Even though the Guy at the reception was kind, he provided a room for my GF that has a leg problem, accommodated us on the 1st floor, but the room had this smell, a hole in the carpet, the safe did not work, the bed mattress was worth to be thrown to the garbage. The receptionist was partying with his friend that went to visit him on the next door room and had a dog that barked up un...
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2.2
Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2019
Pros (+) Nothing. Very poor quality. It's a motel. Under the Wyndham name I expected so much more. This was a hole in the wall. We didn't even stay for the comp breakfast.
Cons (-) Everything.
9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2017
Pros (+) The room was fantastic for the price and walking distance to everything.
Cons (-) Nothing!
4.8
Mediocre
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) the location is close to the beach
Cons (-) the continental breakfast is a joke. they really need to upgrade.

Location

130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Cocoanut Grove0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach0.5 km
  • Undertow Roller Coaster0.7 km
  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf1 km
  • Hinds House1.2 km
  • Museum of Art and History1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History1.4 km
  • Mission Santa Cruz1.7 km

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

  • Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz located?

    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz is located at 130 West Cliff Drive, 1,3 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. Cocoanut Grove is the closest landmark to Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

  • Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz from the airport?

    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz is 44,9 km from Monterey Regional. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz is 45,1 km from San Jose.

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Distance to airport

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1,3 km
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