Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Photo gallery for Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Property amenity
Exterior
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, desk
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, desk

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June

Explore the area

Map
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Natural Bridges State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Santa Cruz

At Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A relaxing visit to Spa Nalini can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments along with access to the sauna. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers. 3600 square feet (334 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Westside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Monterey Bay.

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 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

Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness centre. 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 metres) 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • 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 a hairdryer. This accommodation is furnished with king sofa beds. Beds feature down duvets. LCD televisions come with satellite channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

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

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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 3,600 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2022
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Electric bike charging
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 cots (infant beds)!

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
  • 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-authorise 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-authorise 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) guidelines.

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 aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 14 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz on 23 June 2025 start from AU$348.19, including 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.

Is parking available at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Yep, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz has secured covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 25 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Yep, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is a short 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, body boarding and kayaking. You can also find motor boats and boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Yep, Spa Nalini is available for guests. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a pool?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is a hit with families.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

No, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 829 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 829 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 829 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 829 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 829 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

6/10 Okay

isabel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They offered no early checkin. The front lady was quick to the point and kinds rude on the phone. The position of the bed and the t.v was off. The had the couch facing the t.v verse the bed. So if you want to relax and watch t.v you have to turn sideways.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

It was ok……

We love Santa Cruz - the hotel is nice but too sterile feeling - the girl that checked us in didn’t even smile she was very cold and sterile. We won’t stay here again and we thought it did have room service, a spa for massages and a pool but I saw none of that and was told nothing when we checked in there were no brochures or staff suggesting fun things to do - the guy that brought coffee and towels was great and happy-
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gabriel

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great just wish there was complementary breakfast though.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were polite and like-able. Within walking distance of the boardwalk. Clean beautiful rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lyza

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast check-in, very nice staff. Room was super spacious, clean and we liked the style of furniture. Valet parking only, OK for us. We left the car there and walked to everywhere. Saved us a lot of stress in Clam Chowder Cookoff traffic 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanna

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott P

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

Road trippin

This is a beautiful hotel. A close walk to almost everything. The room was huge and had a sitting area. The the gym was very adequate. Everyone I encountered on staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Hotel in Santa Cruz. I could not find a flaw in my stay, of course, I wasn’t really looking. I was way too comfortable here. Go see for yourself.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seleste

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property 3 minute walk to the boardwalk, clean nice quiet. Small bar area, coffee and breakfast sold there. Breakfast was pretty good. Recommend it if your looking for great stay. 24 hr valet parking, get it from Expedia with your reservation it will be cheaper. Not many food or groceries with in walking distance. Yet close to down town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a good last minute change of plan for our short family get away.. the stay was comfortable with a crying baby. Overall its nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sang Bo, BEVERLY HILLS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

lorenzo

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great deal

This is the second time my family has stayed at this hotel. Perfect waking distance to the boardwalk. It’s nice to see more nice hotel options around the Santa Cruz Beach area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wafa, Lathrop

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

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

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

Santa

I love this hotel. It’s super nice, clean and the location is the best. Right in front of the boardwalk. And a short 5-10 min walk to downtown. Right next to the bike trail as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

JOHN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Tried to check in early and they wouldn’t allow us. Why? The customer service from the guy at the desk had no personality or even tell us about amenities. Look like they were updating the hotel. Would loved to have known they had a Starbucks available.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025