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Hotel Solares

Property class: 2.5

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A poolside area with seating, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A pool area with blue umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a white fence.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large flat-screen TV, and a small Christmas tree on the counter.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a mini-fridge, and a view of the outdoors.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a clear sky.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a mini-fridge, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.2 out of 10
Good
(57 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with blinds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a desk, and a large window.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with blinds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a window with blinds.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.6 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a blue sofa, and a patterned carpet.

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

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with blinds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room

Deluxe Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4

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 km (1.2 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. .In the area of this Westside Santa Cruz hotel, you'll find 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
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Melo Melo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Lagoon - ‬7 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
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. 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 8 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Solares on 13 Oct 2026 start from NZ$171, 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

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 113 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 159 out of 1002 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great hotel for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and parking is available and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was good , we liked that it was walking distance to the Boardwalk and a 15min drive to the Mystery Spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff was pleasant
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff helpful, booked 3 rooms for whole family, there were a all next to each other. We'll had fun in pool, great vacation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a wonderful staying, room was more that we expected, Wes gorgeous very spacious and very clean definitely we will comeback.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location and clean hotel. Heated pool was a huge plus.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded my expectations, Clean room and property. Nice staff l, overall very satisfied with the stay. Also the price was $100 cheaper than anything in the area. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacious and we had a little private patio that was so nice! It was close to the beach and boardwalk and the pool was fun for our grandkids. It’s a very busy hotel so the parking got tricky as it filled up. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s was a nice stay. Half of our soccer team stayed here and all the girls had a good time. Only thing pool towels were not available and fire pit was not working
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine, though the cleaning could have used a bit more attention to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very satisfied with the staff and the room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised that this place had both excellent prices and maintained good quality service. Will be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, near the boardwalk. Friendly staff.
Beach front very close to hotel
Statue near lighthouse, short drive from hotel
Santa Cruz boardwalk, extremely close to hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very large room with a small balcony, huge bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved this stay. Really nice location and rooms are good sized. Great for dogs! Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay! Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this place was a dump. avoid at all costs-scary
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was nice. Room had some minor repairs that should be made
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel room was dirty. We found a hair on the bed. There was flies in the room. The bathroom could been cleaner. We found a pincher bug in there. There was hair in the bathroom ceiling.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good parking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026