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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property

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Property amenity
Exterior
Lobby
Property amenity
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr

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313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 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

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds 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

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 - 0.4 km
  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Picnic Basket - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Marea Sol - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Firefly Coffee House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coaster's Lounge - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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.

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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 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 30 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. 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 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz on 26 Apr 2026 start from NZ$238, 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 30 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 sports 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. 646 out of 1118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1118 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jon

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
No free breakfast , tv broken in room so they moved us to the bottom floor , no view it was facing a wall, valet was $30 and they made us go get our own car!!!!! Staff was nice inside and brought us the right sheets for the hide a bed promptly , good location not too far from boardwalk, bar closes at 9pm
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOHD IZZET

Room was clean & location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

fredi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room nice helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Akshat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast had expired drinks.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel with super-friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms, plus great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Husein

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy, Fairfield

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied with our stay. The staff was friendly and place was clean. Walking distance to boardwalk overall 5stars.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Biswajit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff lady at the counter deserves a raise
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
We had a short stay but were very happy with the room and amount of space it had for my family of 5. I’d be happy to stay again. Staff are great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Roneel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Manisha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dawn

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The tv didn’t work. Called twice. Couldn’t get it fixed. Fire alarms going off at 5am. Had to evacuate. And the shower never got hot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

JEANETTE

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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

8/10 Good

Timothy, Hoffman Estates

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, nearly new hotel in a perfect location. I've stayed here twice and it's been really great each stay. Very competent front desk, tastefully decorated rooms, great value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Amenities were sparse. Took a day and a half to get hot water. Problem with water system. Lobby was not very inviting. Room furnishings were stark and lacked basic table and chairs in a suite. Large open area in bedroom looking like something was missing. Called front desk twice and rang 10 plus times.. no answer. Restaurant tables not clean or kept up. So many things. Not normal for a Marriott hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Dana

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nope
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

esmeralda

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Fredy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025