Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2 stars
130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
+1 831 423 7737
7,6
Good
based on 1846 reviews
1 846 reviews
Tue 10/3
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Wed 11/3
1 room, 2 guests
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R1 540
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King room
R1 540
Standard Room
R1 758
Queen room
R1 858
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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.

7,6
Good rating
Based on 1 846 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Tue 10/3
-
Wed 11/3
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R1 758
nightly with fees
2 double beds
R2 162
nightly with fees
2 double beds
R2 976
nightly with fees
Queen room
1 queen bed
R1 858
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
R2 036
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 164
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
R1 540
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R1 905
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R1 985
nightly with fees
Double room
2 double beds
R2 163
nightly with fees
2 double beds
R2 308
nightly with fees
2 double beds
R2 837
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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

7,6
Good
1846 verified ratings
Wonderful
499
Very good
271
Good
313
Okay
191
Fair
213
Mediocre
106
Poor
253

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the fantastic location, friendly service, and cleanliness of the hotel. Many enjoyed the breakfast offerings, although some felt it could be improved. However, there were complaints about noise levels, bed comfort, and management issues, which affected the overall experience for some guests.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Value for Price5 out of 10
Bed Comfort2.5 out of 10
Breakfast2 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

7,8
1,3 km
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