2 stars
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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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.
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Privacy Preferences
Amenities at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Snorkelling
- Beachfront
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Business centre
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Cable or satellite TV
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
- 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)
Services and conveniences
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Safety deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Mini-market on site
- Key access
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Bathroom
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
Accessibility and suitability
- Disabled access
- Roll-in shower
- No smoking
- Upper floors accessible by stairs
- Designated smoking area
General
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Sea view
- Telephone
- Carpeted
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Parking and transportation
- Parking
- Private parking
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
- Balcony
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
Pool and spa
- Hot tub
- Pool
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
- Cleaning products
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Health and safety
- Safe
Family friendly
- Complimentary breakfast
Reviews of Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location, highlighting its proximity to the wharf and boardwalk, as well as the cleanliness of the rooms. Many found the beds comfortable and enjoyed the overall atmosphere. However, there were significant complaints about the service, with many noting the unfriendly staff and poor communication. Breakfast options were seen as insufficient, and some encountered issues with noise from outside disturbances.AI-generated from customer reviews
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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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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.
Pros (+) The room was fantastic for the price and walking distance to everything.
Cons (-) Nothing!
Pros (+) the location is close to the beach
Cons (-) the continental breakfast is a joke. they really need to upgrade.
Pros (+) It was so nice being in walking distance of the beach. It's all about location. The rooms were comfortable and clean. Close to dining locations.
Location
130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
What's nearby
- Main Beach300 m
- Cocoanut Grove0.5 km
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.7 km
- Santa Cruz Wharf1 km
- Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.3 km
- State Lighthouse Museum1.3 km
- Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History1.4 km
- Mission Santa Cruz1.7 km
- Santa Cruz Harbor2.2 km
- University of Santa Cruz Arboretum2.9 km
- Natural Bridges State Park3.2 km
- Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory3.8 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00 |
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