Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG | Hotel in Santa Cruz

| 8.0 (849 Reviews) |  9 Bathrooms  26 Guests
Westside Santa Cruz Hotel | Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, California, 10 minutes from Lighthouse Field State Beach, this hotel features an outdoor pool and bright, contemporary rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV. The Santa Cruz East Holiday Inn Express offers rooms with hardwood furniture, including a work desk with ergonomic chair. Guests can browse the internet with the free Wi-Fi or make a snack with the microwave and refrigerator. The business center is open 24 hours a day and a hot continental breakfast is served in the mornings. The Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 2.8 miles from Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz East. The Rio Theater is less than a 5-minute drive away.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG is located in Santa Cruz.

This 178 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Accessibility, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 849 reviews with the average score of 8 . Coming to Santa Cruz and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Security/Safety
EV Charge Station
Business Services
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Private Parking
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Visual aids (Braille)
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • Business center
  • Private check-in/out
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Express check-in/out
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (seasonal)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Heated pool
  • Swimming pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Guests under the age of 21 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. please note that one car per reservation is allowed. please contact the property for details.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.86
Location:
8.03
Staff:
8.11
Facilities:
7.91
Comfort:
8.29
Cleanliness:
8.26
Elizabeth
Oct 28, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
USA
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Easy access, close to everything, comfortable. The complimentary breakfast was good.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

iPod dock, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Iron, Heating, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Standard King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

iPod dock, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Iron, Heating, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Standard Room with Two Queen Beds
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

iPod dock, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Iron, Heating, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Standard King Room with Mobility Accessible Tub
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

iPod dock, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Iron, Heating, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Mobility Access Tub/Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

iPod dock, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Iron, Heating, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access with Roll In Shower
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

iPod dock, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Iron, Heating, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
King Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 33 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

iPod dock, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Iron, Heating, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine, Microwave

Living Area

Dining area, Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 33 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

iPod dock, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Iron, Heating, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine, Microwave

Living Area

Dining area, Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
King Suite with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 55 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub or shower, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Shower, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

iPod dock, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Iron, Heating, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
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