Hotel Solares

2.5 star property

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave
Garden
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Front of property
Lobby

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May

Explore the area

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600 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Hotel Solares puts you in the centre of Santa Cruz, 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a picnic area, a corner/local shop and free newspapers in the lobby. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as litter trays. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel include University of California, Santa Cruz and Capitola Beach.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cookie Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Santa Cruz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mission Hill Creamery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oyuki Sushi Peruvian & Japanese Fusion - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Solares

As a guest of Hotel Solares, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hotel Solares also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1989
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Solares offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 200 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Litter boxes are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 200 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day

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 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; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Solares Santa Cruz

Solares Santa Cruz

Hotel Solares Hotel

Hotel Solares Santa Cruz

Hotel Solares Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Solares?

Hotel Solares offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Solares?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Solares on 21 May 2026 start from AU$129, 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 Hotel Solares?

Yep, Hotel Solares has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Solares?

Yep, Hotel Solares is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Does Hotel Solares have a pool?

Hotel Solares has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Solares?

No, Hotel Solares does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Solares?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Solares?

Dogs are welcome at Hotel Solares, with litter trays on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Hotel Solares Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 122 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 172 out of 1002 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Felicia, MADERA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not to bad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

roscoe, salina

All was well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is big and set in the middle of a busy block. The noise was a bit bothersome at night but I used a sound machine so I was on. They are doing a lot of remodeling and it does look very nice. Our room was brand new with all new furniture on the balcony and it’s tastefully done. We did have to pay $20 to check in early at 1pm, even though it seemed there were many rooms available and no one was there at all, I was still thankful to be able to get in the room. I felt for the price they could’ve included at least a continental breakfast. They do have a small store in the lobby, but it’s quite expensive. This might be good for a big group because the pool area is large and nice, and there are lots of loungy places to gather and enjoy company.. If you’re having a big party this would be great. You could be loud and it would fit right in with the neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the room that we had so if you ever do get a room that we suggest 307 it has a bath tub and it’s very spacious. Highly recommended definitely going back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

JULIE

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place is really nice, quite clean and the staff was friendly. Our room was clean huge ready on time. Couldn’t have asked for more.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANTONIO

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcella

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

CALANDRA

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Godofredo

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We spent the last 2 days with no hot water in the room, I went to the front desk on Saturday morning to let know to the receptionist, a young lady, that we had no hot water and that my kids had taken a cold shower in the morning, we're heading out, so a asked to fix the problem by the time when we return, around 6:00 and I went to the front desk to ask about if the problem was corrected and the receptionist who identified with the name of "Luz" , she didn't wanted to tell me her last name (I not even if Luz was her real name) told me that already was fix, I went to the room (room 104) and checked the shower for hot water, no surprise, still no hot water, I went back to the front desk and the lady was gone, the guy behind the front desk told me that her shift was already over, I asked to the new receptionist if she told him anything about the problem and he didn't know anything about it, by the way the name of this guy was Sam Niir, so he went to check the boiler, an hour later he told me that he need to fix some problem with it, at around 10:00 PM I went back to the front desk and this guy Sam Niir was gone, his shift was over accordingly to the new receptionist who was another guy named Shihab, who neither was told about the problem, so at this point I realize that the receptionist weren't relying the info to the next shift and neither obviously to their manager, that day I had to take a cold shower again, they failed to relocated us in another room, so we left on Sunday.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

juan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nevaeha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carla

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karla

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

8/10 Good

Gregory

Good enough for a beach trip last minute
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room generally clean, definitely they sprayed for clean scent but the bathroom was in poor condition. Hair in the sink and on the floor. The shower was broken but we were tired and it was late.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Renee '

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Renee '

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025