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Canopy Tours Thrills| Amusement Park. Pool
Striking the perfect balance between natural beauty and urban design, this Santa Cruz hotel challenges the typical experience with a bold blend of contradictions. Attractions await you: ✔ Spectacular nature experience on steam engine trains at Roaring Camp Railroad ✔ Seals at Año Nuevo State Park ✔ Astonishing views at California's oldest state park, Big Basin Redwoods State Park ✔ Redwood Canopy Tours with suspension bridges and zip lines ✔ Iconic views at Natural Bridges State Park

Mediterranean architecture & hand-carved doors
Our Non-View Studio Suite is the perfect retreat. It offers a cozy queen-sized bed for a restful stay. Prepare meals in a kitchenette. A private bathroom offers a shower, complimentary toiletries, fresh towels, and a hairdryer. This guestroom is near the street, so there might be a bit of road noise. Its amenities include a kitchen, refrigerator, in-room coffeemaker, free high-speed internet, cable TV, telephones with voicemail, hairdryer, and off-street parking (one space at cost).

Swell House Apartment 10
The Swell House is a newly renovated SELF SERVICE boutique hotel, with access to everything. Within about 200 yards you have Blacks Beach, Sunday Farmers Market, restaurants, shopping. Within walking distance you have the harbor, Twin Lakes Beach, Sunny Cove Beach and Starbucks. Everything you want for a Santa Cruz trip all at your fingertips Just yards from the beach, this small boutique hotel is your escape. The suites have been decorated for a tranquil yet vibrant beach setting.

Double Bed with Private Bathroom
The Historic Brookdale Lodge in the Santa Cruz Mountains is located just 30 minutes south of San Jose and 20 minutes north of Santa Cruz. Tucked away in the middle of the redwoods this famous property offers cable, free WiFi, refrigerator and work desk in every room. PLEASE NOTE: If you are travelling with your four legged friend, we only accept dogs under 50lbs and if you book this room (as it is not our pet friendly listing) a$50 per pet per day will be charged at check-in.

King bed in south San Jose hotel
Mi casa es su casa! Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, La Hacienda provides a serene destination nestled in the foothills of south San Jose that's sure to make your trip memorable. Popular for: - sporting events at Silver Creek Sportsplex & Morgan Hill's Plex - easy access to downtown San Jose & Silicon Valley at a fraction of the price - close to major attractions like SJMoMA, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, Japanese Friendship Garden, and The Tech Interactive

Near San Jose Arena + Breakfast. Pool. Kitchen
Set in the heart of South Silicon Valley, Residence Inn San Jose South offers a peaceful extended-stay retreat close to top tech campuses, golf courses, and scenic trails. This all-suite hotel features full kitchens, separate living spaces, and convenient amenities like an outdoor pool and fitness center, perfect for long stays, family trips, or business travel. Start your mornings with free hot breakfast and end your day with comfort and space to recharge.

Close to San Jose | Full Kitchen. Pool + Breakfast
Experience the best of Silicon Valley’s south end at Residence Inn San Jose South/Morgan Hill, an all-suite hotel, where comfort meets convenience. Just minutes from San Jose and Gilroy, this pet-friendly stay offers spacious suites with full kitchens, free breakfast, an indoor pool, and easy access to major tech companies, vineyards, and outlets. Perfect for business travelers, families, or weekend getaways in the heart of California wine country.

Near Boardwalk & Wharf | Gym. Free Breakfast. Pool
Stay steps from the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and soak up the best of coastal California at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz. This modern property blends beach-town ease with thoughtful perks, a free hot breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Walk to the Wharf for oceanfront dining, explore West Cliff Drive’s scenic trails, or unwind in spacious rooms designed for your downtime after a day by the waves.

Morgan Hill Stay Near San Jose + On Site Dining
Welcome to Courtyard San Jose South/Morgan Hill, where comfort meets convenience just minutes from downtown San Jose. With easy access to Highway 101 and only 24 miles from San Jose International Airport, this hotel is ideal for business travelers, wine lovers, and families alike. Enjoy a meal or Starbucks® coffee at The Bistro, relax by the fire pit, and stay connected with free Wi-Fi during your stay in beautiful Morgan Hill.

Gateway To A Northern California Experience
Enjoy a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, where comfort meets convenience. Explore the nearby Boardwalk, stunning beaches, towering redwoods, and vibrant shopping districts. Unwind in our well-equipped Fitness Center, outdoor pool, and guest patio. Whether you're visiting for business or leisure, Holiday Inn Express Santa Cruz is your gateway to a memorable Northern California experience.

Right on Mission St in the heart of Santa Cruz
Our deluxe queen room comes equipped with a queen size bed with plush bedding thus making it perfect for a business traveler or a couple. This room type comes with in-room coffee/tea, cable TV with HBO, wireless internet, heating, air conditioning, microwave, refrigerator, and more. Get a good night sleep in our new high end beds or relax and what TV with our 50" HD Smart TVs.

STQ-Standard Two Queens Non Smoking
The standard two queen room offers a private balcony as well as complimentary WiFi, a refrigerator and microwave, coffee maker, and an iron and ironing board, and blackout drapes. The private bathroom is complete with a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Complimentary parking, electronic key-cards, and wake-up call service are also included.
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Hotel room with King bed in San Jose

Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley

KINGV- 1 King With View Non Smoking

Room with Two Queen Beds | Family Room

NSK-Standard King Non Smoking

Ocean View, King, Shared Balcony

Captain's Suite - Ocean View

1K-1King
Hotels with a pool

Steps from the Beach + Free Breakfast & Pool

Near Great America | Free Breakfast. Pool. Kitchen

Near Santana Row | Free Breakfast + Full Kitchen

Steam Train Experience | Museums. Outdoor Pool

Starting Point For A Trip To Northern California

Walk to Santa Cruz Beach | Free Breakfast + Pool

Iconic Nature Views | Monterey Bay. Pool

Natural Wonder | Surfing Museum. Fitness Room
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Hotel room (1 King or 2 Queens)

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Two queen beds in south San Jose

Hotel room (1 King or 2 Queens)

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