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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
2 stars

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
See location+1 831 423 7737
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₱5,586
Cheapest

rate per night

7.6
Good
based on 1647 reviews
1,647 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
₱5,586
Double room
₱5,587
Standard room
₱6,009
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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.

Rating
7.6
Good
Based on 1,647 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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King room
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₱6,373
1 king bed
₱6,700
1 king bed
₱8,143
Double room
2 double beds
₱5,587
2 double beds
₱5,859
2 double beds
₱8,466
Queen room
1 queen bed
₱5,586
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Standard room
bed type unknown
₱6,009
2 double beds
₱6,303
2 double beds
₱6,373
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Amenities at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

  • Snorkeling
  • Beachfront
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center
  • 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
  • Snorkeling
  • 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 center
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr 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
  • Clothes rack

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Reviews of Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

7.6
Good
1647 verified ratings
Wonderful
416
Very good
229
Good
283
Okay
184
Fair
203
Mediocre
96
Poor
236

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's location and cleanliness, noting it was a convenient and clean place to stay. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the service, mentioning rude staff and issues with amenities like breakfast and TV. Overall, while the hotel has potential, improvements in service and amenities are needed.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Service2.5 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.
9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2015
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

  • 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/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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FAQs when booking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

  • Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk located?

    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is located at 130 West Cliff Drive, 1.3 km from the center of Santa Cruz. Cocoanut Grove is the closest landmark to Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

  • Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk from the airport?

    Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 44.7 km from Monterey Regional. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 45.3 km from San Jose.

  • Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk have a pool?

    Yes, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk has a pool onsite.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.8

Distance to city center

1.3 km

Nearest Airport

Monterey Regional

Distance to airport

44.9 km

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