Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2 stars
7.5
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based on 2000 reviews
2,000 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 27/9
2 guests, 1 room
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£99
King room, 1 king bed
£103
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£108
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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
2000 reviews

Latest deals for Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Sat 26/9
-
Sun 27/9
Queen room, bed type unknown
£99
nightly with VAT
Double room, 2 double beds
£276
nightly with VAT
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£102
nightly with VAT
Double room, 2 double beds
£145
nightly with VAT
King room, 1 king bed
£170
nightly with VAT
King room, 1 king bed
£103
nightly with VAT
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£108
nightly with VAT
Queen room, bed type unknown
£126
nightly with VAT
King room, bed type unknown
£121
nightly with VAT
Standard Room, 2 double beds
£141
nightly with VAT
Queen room, 2 queen beds
£328
nightly with VAT
Double room, 2 double beds
£151
nightly with VAT
Queen room, 2 queen beds
£185
nightly with VAT
Standard Room, 2 double beds
£159
nightly with VAT
Queen room, bed type unknown
£160
nightly with VAT
Double room, 3 double beds
£454
nightly with VAT
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£160
nightly with VAT
Double room, 2 double beds
£208
nightly with VAT
King room, 1 king bed
£422
nightly with VAT
King room, 1 king bed
£187
nightly with VAT
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£187
nightly with VAT
Double room, 2 double beds
£196
nightly with VAT
Queen room, 2 queen beds
£208
nightly with VAT
King room, 1 king bed
£257
nightly with VAT
Double room, 2 double beds
£385
nightly with VAT
Double room, 2 double beds
£211
nightly with VAT
King room, 1 king bed
£227
nightly with VAT
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£275
nightly with VAT
King room, 1 king bed
£215
nightly with VAT
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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

Reviews of Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

7.5
Good
2000 verified ratings
Wonderful
563
Very good
303
Good
333
Okay
200
Fair
218
Mediocre
116
Poor
267

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 Grove0.3 mi
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach0.3 mi
  • Undertow Roller Coaster0.4 mi
  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.4 mi
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.5 mi
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.6 mi
  • Santa Cruz Wharf0.6 mi
  • Hinds House0.8 mi
  • Museum of Art and History0.8 mi
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum0.8 mi
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History0.9 mi
  • Mission Santa Cruz1 mi

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

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Which month has the cheapest rates at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

The cheapest month to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz is January, with an average nightly rate of £99. The most expensive month is September at £281 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

The cheapest day to book Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of £102. The most expensive day is Friday at £328 per night.

How far in advance should you book Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz?

To get the best price at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz, book around 6 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 51% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

  • How long should you stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

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, 0.8 miles 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 27.9 miles from Monterey Regional. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz is 28 miles from San Jose.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

0.8 mi
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27.9 mi

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