Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Name: Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Address: 130 West Cliff Drive, Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, US
Price range: US$129–US$393 per night
Rating: 6.98

US$184

/ night

Avg. for September

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US$184

/ night

Avg. for September

Monthly average prices

Nightly prices at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz average US$103 in the cheapest month (January) and US$252 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.

Average nightly price at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$103
February	US$130
March	US$152
April	US$175
May	US$188
June	US$250
July	US$252
August	US$223
September	US$184
October	US$145
November	US$126
December	US$116

Most expensive: July (~US$252)

Cheapest: January (~US$103)

About this property

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.

Parking
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Non-smoking rooms
Business centre
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities

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Location

130 West Cliff Drive, Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center (0.1 Miles)

Pacific Avenue (0.1 Miles)

Room details

1 Large Double Bed

Sleeps 2

355 ft²

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Refrigerator

Business Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Room details

2 Large Double Beds

Sleeps 4

350 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Refrigerator

Business Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room details

1 Extra-Large Double Bed

Sleeps 2

350 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Refrigerator

Room, 2 Double Beds (2Nd Floor)

Room details

2 Double Beds

Sleeps 4

355 ft²

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Refrigerator

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Room details

1 Extra-Large Double Bed

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Refrigerator

Guest reviews

Pleasant

Based on 1,107 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

Couple

29%

Family

48%

Group

10%

Solo

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Travellers describe Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz as a walkable base near the beach, pier, and boardwalk, with many praising friendly staff and generally clean rooms, while noting the property feels older and some features show wear.

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What guests think

Guests also appreciated ocean‑view rooms and private balconies on some units. Amenities include a hot tub that is occasionally cold or closed, and there is no pool. Breakfast is appreciated but simple, and several guests reported unreliable Wi‑Fi along with intermittent maintenance issues or street noise. Expect a straightforward, no‑frills stay with strengths in convenience over amenities.

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Facilities

Hot tub available, but multiple reviews say it was cold, partly working, or closed; there is no pool. Some mention free parking, while the ice machine had issues.

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melissa

8 Jul 2025

Stayed 1 night

The location was perfect! Free parking and walking distance to the Wharf

Michael

12 Aug 2024

Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast was skimpy. There is no pool. There is a hot tub, but guests were in there drinking bottled alcohol, and talking nonsense to my grandchildren. When we checked out, nobody was at the front desk. We left the keys, and still haven’t been emailed an invoice

Sandra

6 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights

Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast good with waffles. Covered spa area was enjoyable.

Sarah

30 Dec 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Solid breakfast, enjoyed the hot tub, friendly staff.

Alexander

3 Dec 2025

Stayed 1 night

great place for the family of 6 right by the beach breakfast was great but the hot tub was cold!

Juan

24 Aug 2025

Stayed 2 nights

No swimming pool but it's okay.

Tim

9 Oct 2025

Stayed 3 nights

We had a great stay and enjoyed the hot tub and other amenities. Very friendly staff.

Gina

4 Jun 2025

Stayed 1 night

Quiet, next to Boardwalk but away from the crowds. Ice machine was broken and only half of the hot tub worked.

Rebecca

22 Jun 2024

Stayed 2 nights

Having a 3 bed room within waking distance to boardwalk and warf was very convenient. The room was cozy but clean. Hot tub was nice, breakfast was slim but we were happy to have waffles included in room price.

Terry

24 Sept 2025

Stayed 2 nights

The hot tub was covered and padlocked closed Internet didn’t work most of the time Parking lot was being resurfaced so we have to find alternate parking, but we were lucky to find a spot on the premises. The bed was a little too firm for me It was a little loud due to street traffic. The room was clean and the balcony and ocean view was really nice! The breakfast selection was good! The staff was nice and apologetic about the inconvenience

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Cleanliness

Most reviews cite clean rooms. A few report isolated cleanliness or maintenance issues.

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Tara

12 Aug 2025

Stayed 1 night

Falsely advertised. This place is not clean, there were little hairs in the bed & on the towels. Absolutely disgusting. Never staying in a Howard Johnson brand again after this.

Ramandeep

26 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights

Clean and in a great location!

Sandra

6 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights

Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast good with waffles. Covered spa area was enjoyable.

Dichie

24 Nov 2025

Stayed 1 night

Room was clean

Susan

23 May 2025

Stayed 1 night

Old. Cluttered. Room was clean, very comfortable bedding. Very helpful staff.

Jody

19 Jul 2023

Stayed 5 nights

Beautiful clean

Yvette

21 Sept 2025

Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean room. Close to the beach.

Rick

8 Nov 2025

Stayed 1 night

Clean room. Easy access to wharf and pier.

Gloria

31 Oct 2025

Stayed 1 night

Clean room, friendly service y safe area.

Bonnie

27 Feb 2025

Stayed 1 night

The lady at the front desk when we came in was just delightful and then the next day. I talked to 2 ladies, the same lady as the day before and another lady and they were wonderful too. The room was clean.Just I was very pleased

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Rooms

Some rooms feature ocean views and balconies, but decor feels dated. Several guests mention unreliable Wi‑Fi, mixed bed comfort, occasional noise, and minor maintenance concerns.

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Julie

26 Sept 2025

Stayed 1 night

Loved the balcony and view! Nice check in gal and such an easy walk to the Pier and beach ⛱️ We will be back!

Diana

7 Dec 2023

Stayed 2 nights

Location is great! Short walk to wharf and boardwalk. Room was clean. The balcony had an ocean view just beyond the buildings. Beautiful view of the sunrise.

Luis

5 May 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Nice view of the beach

Scott

16 Jun 2024

Stayed 2 nights

Our room had a great view of the ocean, walking distance to the beach. Internet didn’t work though so if you’re planning to go online you’ll need to use your phone’s hotspot. Staff couldn’t help either. I gave 4 stars because of the internet, you need to be under 5 feet tall to comfortably use the shower, and the plug in scent was too strong and we had to place it outside. At least it wasn’t a floral scent so it wasn’t bad once we placed it outside the room for our stay. Overall a good experience, the staff was friendly and as helpful as they could be. Thank you for a good experience. :-)

Cindy

10 Nov 2025

Stayed 1 night

Courteous staff, comfortable bed.

John

1 Oct 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Great people just the rooms are getting run down from just being old. Great view maybe up date the rooms with the great views

Jacob

17 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night

Beds are a little on the uncomfortable side but overall good location and nice stay.

sue

26 May 2024

Stayed 2 nights

Bad experience give us wrong room first then we want to leave then they switch room we book for 2 nights but we stay only 1 night because internet was not working we ask they said we have to call technical support that we never expect guest have to call to fix internet :( we were not able to work so staff was good but ask them If can speak with owner he refuse to talk to talk to us even he was at the property that time. so we decide not to stay for 2nd night. we booked this because Wyndham but overall bad experience and waste money.

Alison

12 Sept 2024

Stayed 2 nights

The girl at check in was very pleasant and friendly The place itself and rooms are a little outdated but still very clean and location is great Water pressure is horrible Woman at check out was not as friendly as check in lady

Terry

24 Sept 2025

Stayed 2 nights

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and accommodating, with some standout front desk experiences. However, a few guests reported poor follow‑up or unprofessional interactions.

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Gena

25 Jan 2026

Stayed 1 night

The room was amazing staff was more than accommodating and nice

Sarah

30 Dec 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Solid breakfast, enjoyed the hot tub, friendly staff.

Emily

13 Oct 2024

Stayed 2 nights

All the staff were amazing!

LINDA

24 Aug 2025

Stayed 1 night

Very happy with our overall stay. Hotel staff friendly and helpful.

Wade

26 Jun 2025

Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. The young lady behind the desk was incredible. Very accommodating and friendly. Will definitely book another stay there again.

Yvette

10 Dec 2025

Stayed 1 night

The staff is super nice. I live staying here

Richie

28 Mar 2023

Stayed 1 night

The beds here are absolute trash the worst sleep ever. Nothing worked there ice machine hot tub. The staff was rude. It was all around one of the worst hotels I’ve ever stayed at!

Tim

9 Oct 2025

Stayed 3 nights

We had a great stay and enjoyed the hot tub and other amenities. Very friendly staff.

Laura

25 Jul 2025

Stayed 1 night

The girl that initially checked us in was Kai ( I hope that’s right) and she was excellent. But the room was not as described at all. Then the manager did not come in to address the problem. The guy at the front desk was super high and avoided me. It was terrible.

Richard Schwarz

10 Oct 2024

Stayed 1 night

The Manager, Celeste, was exceptional! She took our many requests, and went above and beyond to help us. She was always kind, polite, and extra nice to the kids, even giving them little notebooks and pens.

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Location

Widely praised for easy walks to the beach, wharf, and boardwalk. A few note traffic nearby.

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melissa

8 Jul 2025

Stayed 1 night

The location was perfect! Free parking and walking distance to the Wharf

Ramandeep

26 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights

Clean and in a great location!

Julie

26 Sept 2025

Stayed 1 night

Loved the balcony and view! Nice check in gal and such an easy walk to the Pier and beach ⛱️ We will be back!

Diana

7 Dec 2023

Stayed 2 nights

Location is great! Short walk to wharf and boardwalk. Room was clean. The balcony had an ocean view just beyond the buildings. Beautiful view of the sunrise.

Cristina

27 Jul 2025

Stayed 1 night

Walked to pier and boardwalk

Greg

28 Feb 2025

Stayed 1 night

Location close to Boardwalk

Steve

27 Jun 2025

Stayed 2 nights

This Hotel is perfectly suited to walk down to pier or to the boardwalk. It is situated just above the main strip that gets heavy traffic but you are away from it and there is a private drive and stairway to get down to Pacific and Beach streets

Yvette

21 Sept 2025

Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean room. Close to the beach.

Catrina

28 Oct 2025

Stayed 1 night

Great location for walking to red d

Rick

8 Nov 2025

Stayed 1 night

Clean room. Easy access to wharf and pier.

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Dining

Breakfast is appreciated but basic, with waffles a highlight and limited protein or variety noted.

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Sandra

6 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights

Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast good with waffles. Covered spa area was enjoyable.

Sarah

30 Dec 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Solid breakfast, enjoyed the hot tub, friendly staff.

Alexander

3 Dec 2025

Stayed 1 night

great place for the family of 6 right by the beach breakfast was great but the hot tub was cold!

Earl

4 Jul 2025

Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location! Great breakfast. Good hotel service.

Judy

14 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night

Great value for being walking distance to Main Beach and West Cliff drive. The rooms were fine, a little small but the price was great for a weekday overnite stay. Breakfast was continental with not much variety... better to eat elsewhere. But again, price was good for the rooms and location so I don't mind eating elsewhere.

Kelli

19 Apr 2025

Stayed 2 nights

It was a decent hotel for a couple nights with the kids. The hot tub wasnt really hot, test it before you in. It was nice to have the breakfast every morning. Hotel staff was nice. Close enough to the boardwalk to walk.

Carol

16 Sept 2025

Stayed 2 nights

My sister and I have stayed there two other times, she more than that. I had requested an Accessible room and we did not get it. There was only 1 in the hotel and it does not face the bay. Our room should have had a grab/safety bar to hold onto in the bathtub. The bathtub was slippery as there was no non-slip mat in the tub. We put a towel/bath mat inside the tub so I wouldn't slip. Breakfast could have provided some more protein like peanut butter. Otherwise, it was good.

Mark

28 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night

Disappointed in the breakfast. All Wyndhams we have stayed at offer some type of protein with breakfast. There was no eggs, bacon or sausage. They had waffles and a few mini muffins, cereal and yogurt.

Linda

22 Jul 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Liked breakfast included.

Terry

24 Sept 2025

Stayed 2 nights

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Joanna

last week

Stayed 1 night

Room was clean, family friendly, partial view to the ocean was great and free breakfast was a big plus!

Neal

9 Aug 2026

Stayed 3 nights

We’ve stayed at this hotel multiple times before and once we knew we were gonna spend some time in Santa Cruz again this was our choice. Khaya was very helpful as always and responded to our needs, whether that was extra towels, notification when our room was ready (we arrived early), or an extra key when needed. This is a great location close to the Santa Cruz wharf and main beach with a hot tub to relax in after a long day in the sun.

nachet

30 Jul 2026

Stayed 2 nights

Location and friendly staff were the best parts. Perfect short walk to beach and boardwalk. The hotel is a good 2 star. Not fancy but still great. Celeste and her staff were so friendly!

Jennifer

15 Jul 2026

Stayed 1 night

The staff was great from the beginning, accommodating, and helpful with information. The room catered to what we needed for our large family. The breakfast was a true continental, nothing special but got the kids fed enough. The hot tub area was very big and spacious, but also a safety risk. One of the rails leading to the tub was detached, the tiles are very slippery, and rusty. Only half of the jets worked, but regardless after a long day of walking, it was nice to relax.

Wade

6 Jul 2026

Stayed 1 night

Staff was courteous and helpful, and the room was clean. This motel definitely shows it's age, looks to be built in the 70s with 90s styling. The tub, while clean, was well worn from years of use. Location was good, just a 5 minute walk from the pier. Parking lot is awful, bring your smallest car if you want to maneuver around into and out of some of the spaces (seemed to us that these were the only ones left if you arrive later in the evening)

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Check-in

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From 15:00 to 23:00

Before 11:00

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FAQs about Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Is parking available at the property?

Yes, parking is available on-site. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve parking as it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 45, and late check-out is available for USD 50, both subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details should be confirmed with the property prior to arrival.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Santa Cruz, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. It is approximately 2.9 miles from the University of California, Santa Cruz and 5.3 miles from Capitola Beach.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

The property does not mention having a swimming pool. However, it does feature a hot tub for guests to enjoy.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified, so it is advisable to check with the property directly for specific policies.

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Prices for upcoming dates

September 2026

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $220	18 $320	19 $393
20 $169	21 $158	22 $150	23 $143	24 $149	25 $262	26 $383
27 $151	28 $175	29 $179	30 $159

October 2026

Cheaper

Pricier

Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.

Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.

2026-09-17: 220.2704341043701USD
2026-09-18: 319.86923401995847USD
2026-09-19: 392.7299620054321USD
2026-09-20: 169.03667715875244USD
2026-09-21: 158.04476696273804USD
2026-09-22: 150.49425469976805USD
2026-09-23: 142.50273827449035USD
2026-09-24: 149.3553379817505USD
2026-09-25: 262.1425403526306USD
2026-09-26: 383.32618569433595USD
2026-09-27: 151.37829655380247USD
2026-09-28: 175.4037980128784USD
2026-09-29: 179.33864237768555USD
2026-09-30: 159.19953118588256USD
2026-10-01: 155.05625005563354USD
2026-10-02: 226.13534331372068USD
2026-10-03: 279.2126524514465USD
2026-10-04: 150.10947937893675USD
2026-10-05: 144.7573088351898USD
2026-10-06: 144.68163875125123USD
2026-10-07: 143.2222833759155USD
2026-10-08: 168.12621695269775USD
2026-10-09: 242.53416280874632USD
2026-10-10: 277.79770164523313USD
2026-10-11: 146.4792436967468USD
2026-10-12: 144.68163875125123USD
2026-10-13: 146.58706458201598USD
2026-10-14: 144.86749632797242USD
2026-10-15: 144.97047881565857USD
2026-10-16: 239.95058121240234USD
2026-10-17: 258.9546148494873USD
2026-10-18: 144.97047881565857USD
2026-10-19: 132.30192361372374USD
2026-10-20: 139.67659693844604USD
2026-10-21: 137.6010646187439USD
2026-10-22: 129.4070542424469USD
2026-10-23: 242.19905118484496USD
2026-10-24: 327.8686829630127USD
2026-10-25: 136.4443895791626USD
2026-10-26: 136.4443895791626USD
2026-10-27: 136.58712230786134USD
2026-10-28: 136.49024917364503USD
2026-10-29: 136.49024917364503USD
2026-10-30: 245.38804604397583USD
2026-10-31: 253.76588923278808USD
2026-11-01: 119.33209051011657USD
2026-11-02: 119.82041805747986USD
2026-11-03: 119.82041805747986USD
2026-11-04: 119.73575486499023USD
2026-11-05: 118.26189306211853USD
2026-11-06: 218.21155568939207USD
2026-11-07: 266.48924454647823USD
2026-11-08: 118.33756314605712USD
2026-11-09: 118.26189306211853USD
2026-11-10: 118.33756314605712USD
2026-11-11: 125.03978685887145USD
2026-11-12: 118.26189306211853USD
2026-11-13: 169.99748474835204USD
2026-11-14: 178.5038785512085USD
2026-11-15: 124.085298987854USD
2026-11-16: 113.73318798527526USD
2026-11-17: 114.44849072360229USD

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $155	2 $226	3 $279
4 $150	5 $145	6 $145	7 $143	8 $168	9 $243	10 $278
11 $146	12 $145	13 $147	14 $145	15 $145	16 $240	17 $259
18 $145	19 $132	20 $140	21 $138	22 $129	23 $242	24 $328
25 $136	26 $136	27 $137	28 $136	29 $136	30 $245	31 $254