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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, 4-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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The Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz invites guests to unwind by the firepit or take a short walk to Santa Cruz Wharf. Spa Nalini offers hot stone massages, facials, and body scrubs, while the outdoor pool and 24-hour gym complete this perfect beach getaway.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - king
Down duvet
  • 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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - king
Down duvet
  • 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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - king
Down duvet
  • 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 (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - king
Down duvet
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

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

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - king
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds 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)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coaster's Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Located close to Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides a firepit, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a massage, a body scrub, and a facial at Spa Nalini, the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Concierge services, smoke-free premises, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 151 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, and sofa beds
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

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 30 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
  • In-room crib
  • 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
  • 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

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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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 30 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Does Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM–10:00 PM.

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

As of Dec 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz on Dec 17, 2025 start from $105.0, 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.

Is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 30 per night.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Monterey Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1030 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 1030 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1030 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1030 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1030 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm, bright, and super clean. Best location near the boardwalk and downtown. Looking forward too my next stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was smooth from the get go. Parking, check-in, rooms were spotless and spacious. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and so close to the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bar! Nice outdoor seating with bonfire. Spacious rooms that are very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

VIRIDIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Amenities
Super clean, safe, valet parking, close to Boardwalk and pier. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location to walk to the Broadwalk very convenient. Enjoyed our stay, the hotel was very clean & accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kuldip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so nice to stay everything to close easy to walk every were beach broad walk
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable and the pool and Bistro were excellent. Quick and easy check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Amenities
Excellent location. I would definitely stay again as well as recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tajinder

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely, with a very friendly staff. I would love to stay here again as the rooms are very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious rooms and all staff friendly. Great Margaritas and beer
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property. Clean grounds and rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Great stay

Locations great! Hotel is nice and good sized rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Miwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was nice, 5 min walk to boardwalk, kids enjoyed the gym, didn’t get chance to use pool or eat there.there’s 30$ valet fee if you want to park there. Room was spacious for the 5 of us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great great service lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was updated and clean. Walkable to the beach. Wish they had a continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and there was a microwave in the room. I feel like that is rare! They have a coffee shop downstairs in the morning and that is also convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for the kids senior night at Santa Cruz. Clean, modern, easy parking with valet, only 4 min walk from the boardwalk, making it easy for the kids to go back and forth.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great. Room was clean and facility was quiet. Perfect location. Walking distance from the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

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

Lovely hotel!!

Loved our stay!!! Very clean Hotel. Comfortable beds and cute room decor. Starbucks was a bonus. The best part was being one block from the boardwalk. Will definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Family Vacation

Great location and very friendly staff. Pool is heated and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025