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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
3-star spa hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Walk to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll find Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Monterey Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3-star spa hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3600 square feet (334 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 151 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3600 sq ft of conference space
  • 334 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2022
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offers 151 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations are furnished with king sofa beds. Beds feature down comforters. LCD televisions come with satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Spa Nalini has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 12 to 28 for adults and USD 8 to 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • King sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Bonvoy mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 28 for adults, and USD 8 to 16 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz to the airport?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is 16.8 mi (28-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

As of Apr 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz on May 22, 2025 start from $109.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 5-minute walk from Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 28 for adults, USD 8 and 16 for children.

Is there a casino at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per night.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a pool?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Spa Nalini, where you can enjoy massages, body scrubs, and facials.

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 796 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 796 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 796 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 796 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 796 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Emmie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Convenient spot

Very convenient location, less than 5 minutes walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Susie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Knock before entering your room!

This is the first time ever that I opened the door to my hotel room and saw that it was not ready, it was a mess, the beddings weren’t on, trash in the trash can. We went back down and the front desk lady gave us another room. There was a lady that we saw when we checked in, she went to her room and came back down and said her keycard didn’t work. When I went down to ask for another room, she came back down again and she was pissed off, she open the door and there was a family in the room already. The front desk does a poor job on assigning rooms, really disappointed on how they can’t manage to get it under control for a nice hotel. Other than that, the hotel is nice, rooms are clean and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajeev, Irvine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

J Guadalupe Salazar

The lobby personnel was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delmy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Freddie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

cara

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved my Stay

Clean and comfortable stay. Will definitely be booking again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

New hotel, great location

The hotel is great, newly built and a block from the Boardwalk. Only downside, bar closed before 8:30 pm and the bartender would not provide us with wine glasses so we could open our own bottle to drink. Offered plastic water cups instead
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Katrina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Noah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good facilities and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Poca oferta de comida y muy malo y pobre el desayuno
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is in a great location close enough to walk to the Board Walk or beach. Very nice and comfortable rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shilpa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destinee

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Beatriz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice hotel with good location

We had a great stay at Courtyard. Room was clean and spacious. The only thing we didn’t like were the beds. We reserved room with queen beds but it seemed like both beds are only full size. And they were not comfortable either. They have underground parking but they charge $25 valet only. We didn’t mind because we only stayed for 1 night but if you’re staying longer then be prepared to pay $25/day. But at least you feel safer that your car has security in the parking garage. You have in & out privileges too. The best thing we loved about our stay was the location. It’s a 5 minute walk to the Boardwalk & 5-10 minutes walk to different restaurants nearby. Overall we like Courtyard and will likely return & recommend to our family & friends!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rodrigo, Monterey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Breanna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for the off season price

Room key is needed for the elevator to work cans MUST stay in the light switch in room for all electrical outlets to work. That was slightly inconvenient. If you have more than one person staying with you, ask for extra key cards. There is a parking fee of $25 underneath the hotel. It is required valet but it’s a one time fee, So you can come and go as you please. The hotel lobby is nice. There are also fire pits outback that you can use it anytime. There is a pool and a gym. There is no complementary breakfast or coffee except the coffee and tea in your hotel room. The rooms are not as soundproof as you would hope. We could hear families walking and talking down the hallway. Thankfully, during our day, it was not busy. It is in a nice location and within walking distance to the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025