Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

Map
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    4 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    5 min walk
  • Main Beach
    5 min walk
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    43 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
Blackout curtains
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
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

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

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 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
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • 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
Sofa bed
Down duvet
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

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

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

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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 - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Mystery Spot - 10 min drive - 7.1 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

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

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
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 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 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz on 22 Dec 2024 start from NZ$205.95, 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 deep-tissue 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. 382 out of 672 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 672 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 672 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 672 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 672 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

2/10 Terrible

MARK

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not the room we booked
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Courtyard Marriot. The only issue was that our room was NOT ready for check-in at the scheduled check-in time and we had to wait about a half hour to access our room. The pool was nice. The Firepit area was a nice amenity.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Harun

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible experience
The stay was horrible. The room smelled so bad we had to change it. The second room they gave us smelled horrible too. We had allergic reaction to beds because they probably never wash the pillows or the comforter.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

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

8/10 Good

Dona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed, there was no dining option in the restaurant since it was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cali-Coastal
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique

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

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very clean, nice, has that “newer” feel. I love the parking garage and how close it is to the boardwalk. It makes walking the easy option for things to do in the immediate area, and with valet service you don’t worry about leaving and finding a spot when you come back. Staff is friendly. Breakfast burritos are great, haven’t had anything else yet from the kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such good coustomer service, specifically the valet drivers. So sweet, we had such a wonderful experience staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

hana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My family and I stayed for two nights and three days. It was a great stay and staff was super attentive. Super quick walk to the beach/boardwalk. The pool and laundry room Definitely a plus !!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nasario

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

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo, Rialto

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and very polite. Hotel is in an excellent location. Valet staff were very nice, but it is an additional fee for parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel close to the activities
Great place to stay near the boardwalk and beach! Hotel is very nice, the pool is a bit small but the location is great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was so uncomfortable, housekeeping only dropped off clean towels, only picked up bath mat and didn't replace anything. Nothing was cleaned or straightened up and didn't dump the trash cans. No parking around property. Have no choice but to do valet for additional $25 a night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xochitl, Huntington Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lorna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
No pool towels at 2pm!! Pool tiles also need cleaning badly!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hyacinth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean, modern hotel with nice pool. A bit pricey though. But good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAROLE, VALLEJO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very clean and just a few blocks from the boardwalk. Hotel staff were very helpful and pleasant. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Talin

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Location was perfect, but there were dirty sheets and blankets.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the closeness to boardwalk 5 min walk, only parking they have is valet, which was fine, front desk didn’t not tell us their cleaning is every other day, there is a sign at desk but I missed it, toilet seats are not soft close, they slam which is noisy, some of the plugs did not work or were loose, a child was running and jumping during certain hours of our stay which was very annoying, front desk is not very friendly but the bar/food staff is friendly, thought it had a continental breakfast but they do not
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024