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lodging throughout the County
BEST WESTERN PLuS ALL SuITES INN CAROuSEL MOTEL
www.santacruzmotels.com 110 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz B
Our Inn is just 10 minutes from Santa Cruz nestled within state parks, beaches and hiking trails. The Inn features ocean views. Many rooms open onto the Davenport Roadhouse’s signature shared veranda, reminiscent of old California. High: $85 - $180 Low: $80 - $120 See ad pg. 60.

HARBOR LIGHTS MOTEL

www.bestwestern.com/allsuiteinn 500 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz 831.458.9898 t

831.425.7090 OR 800.214.7400
Across from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park, the Carousel Motel offers comfortable guest rooms. High: $149 - $229 Low: $79 - $139 See ad pg. 66.

www.harborlightsmotel.net 5000 Cliff Drive, Capitola 831.476.0505 B

Newly renovated all suite property featuring deluxe rooms with high speed internet access. Deluxe continental breakfast. High: $159 - $459 Low: $109 - $299 See ad pg. 18.

BEST WESTERN PLuS SCOTTS vALLEy INN

CASABLANCA INN & BISTRO

www.santacruzbeachinnca.com 600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz 831.458.9660 t B

DAyS INN & SuITES SANTA CRuz

Overlooking Capitola Wharf. Balcony views of Monterey Bay, Capitola Village and beach. Walk to shops and dining. Call for rates.

HILTON SANTA CRuz / SCOTTS vALLEy

www.bestwesternscottsvalley.com 6020 Scotts Valley Dr., Scotts Valley 831.438.6666 t

www.casablanca-santacruz.com 101 Main Street at Beach, Santa Cruz

831.423.1570 OR 800.644.1570
B

Located within walking distance of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Downtown shopping village. High: $179 - $499 Low: $59 - $149 See ad pg. 63.

www.santacruzscottsvalley.hilton.com 6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz

831.440.1000 OR 888.445.3010
mt

DAyS INN WATSONvILLE

Located in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains. We are minutes away from beach, boardwalk, golf courses and Roaring Camp. High: $139 - $359 Low: $89 - $199 See ad pg. 2.

Ocean-view rooms and suites. Free wireless internet and parking on-site. Wedding facilities, 5-star restaurant and bistro bar with patio seating and happy hour. High: $225 - $475 Low: $125 - $345

www.daysinnwatsonvilleca.com 1620 W. Beach Street, Watsonville 831.740.4520 R

Mountain retreat setting just 15 minutes from the Silicon Valley and 10 minutes to the Beach and Boardwalk. Free parking and high speed internet. High: $189 - $399 Low: $129 - $199 See ad pg. 4.

BEST WESTERN PLuS CAPITOLA By THE SEA INN & SuITES
www.bestwesterncapitola.com 1435 41st Avenue, Capitola 831.477.0607 t

CHAMINADE RESORT & SPA

www.chaminade.com One Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz mt

Just 15 minutes to Santa Cruz and 25 minutes to Monterey. Conveniently located right off Highway 1 near 129 on California’s Central Coast just minutes from the beach. High: $89.99 - $199.99 Low: $59.99 - $79.99 See ad pg. 63.

HITCHING POST MOTEL

831.475.5600 OR 800.283.6569
Chaminade Resort & Spa is a AAA 4-Diamond mission style resort in the Santa Cruz Mountains overlooking the Monterey Bay. High: $229 - $399 Low: $159 - $199 See ad pg. 1.

ECONOMy INN

www.hitchingpostsantacruz.com 1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz 831.429.2900 t

Award-winning hotel. Near beach, shops & quaint Capitola/Soquel Villages. Free high-speed internet, wi-fi and expanded continental breakfast. High: $159+ Low: $99+ See ad pg. 54.

www.economyinnwatsonville.com 584 Auto Center Drive, Watsonville 831.724.4755 t

Come enjoy quiet, centrally located accommodation, minutes from Boardwalk, beaches, Capitola, Mystery Spot, Downtown Santa Cruz. Full sized kitchen, dining area available, no utensils included. High: $79 - $199 Low: $49 - $129

BEST WESTERN PLuS ROSE GARDEN INN

COASTvIEW INN

Centrally located between Santa Cruz & Monterey. Affordable, clean & secure accommodations. High: $99+ Low: $49+

www.bestwesternwatsonville.com 740 Freedom Boulevard, Watsonville

831.724.3367 OR 888.685.5760
t

www.coastviewinn.com 301 Beach Street, Santa Cruz 831.426.0420 B

HOLIDAy INN ExPRESS HOTEL & SuITES

EDGEWATER BEACH INN & SuITES 831.423.0440 OR 888.809.6767
B

Halfway between Santa Cruz Beach/Boardwalk and Monterey Aquarium. Tastefully appointed guest rooms with vibrant artwork and decor. High: $119+ Low: $89+ See ad pg. 54.

Steps away from the Beach, Boardwalk and Wharf. Oceanview rooms are available. Solar heated outdoor pool. Complimentary continental breakfast, free parking. High: $79 - $450 Low: $59 - $200

www.edgewaterbeachinnandsuites.com 525 Second Street, Santa Cruz
Newly refreshed, 1 block to Boardwalk, across from beach & wharf. Ocean views, flatscreen TVs, fridges, microwaves, honeymoon and family suites. Fabulous gardens, BBQs, picnic patio. Handicap friendly. AAAapproved. High: $189 - $429 Low: $99 - $389 See ad pg. 38.

1855 Main Street, Watsonville 831.728.3600 t

You just might wake up feeling a little smarter for choosing Holiday Inn Express. High: $169.99 - $249.99 Low: $99.99 - $199.99 See ad pg. 63.

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COMFORT INN - BEACH/BOARDWALK
www.thesantacruzinn.com 314 Riverside Ave., Santa Cruz 831.471.9999 B

HOLIDAy INN ExPRESS & SuITES SANTA CRuz
www.hiesantacruz.com 1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz 831.466.9100 t

BEST WESTERN PLuS SEACLIFF INN
www.seacliffinn.com 7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos 831.688.7300 B

Full-service hotel on six beautiful acres. Luxury rooms, restaurant, bar and koi pond on garden patio. Banquets and conferences. High: $179.99 - $279.99 Low: $89.99 - $169.99 See ad pg. 58.

One block away from the beach and Boardwalk, free hot breakfast, outdoor pool (seasonal), free high speed Internet. High: $149.99 - $349.99 Low: $69.99 - $99.99

FAIRFIELD INN & SuITES By MARRIOTT SANTA CRuz-CAPITOLA
www.fairfieldinncapitola.com 1255 41st Ave, Capitola t

Highly rated, free breakfast and WiFi. Minutes from beach, Boardwalk and historic Pacific Avenue. High: $155 - $395 Low: $115 - $295 See ad pg. 18.

HOTEL PACIFIC INN

COMFORT INN - SANTA CRuz

CAPITOLA quALITy INN & SuITES
www.thecapitolainn.com 720 Hill Street, Capitola t

www.comfortinnsantacruz.com 110 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz 831.426.2664 t

831.427.2900 OR 855.427.2900
Elegant, new hotel near beach, shops, quaint Capitola Village, Pleasure Point surfing. Free internet, breakfast, exercise room, pool/spa, bocce court, whirlpools, fireplaces. Conference room and lounge. High: $179+ Low: $109+ See ad inside back cover.

www.pacificinnsantacruz.com 330 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz t

831.425.3722 OR 877.425.3722
Our Mediterranean-style Inn is just blocks from the boardwalk and downtown. We offer comfortable rooms with all the amenities. For your added relaxation we have a heated enclosed pool and spa. High: $109.50 - $229.50 Low: $49.50 - $89.50 See ad pg. 63.

831.462.3004 OR 800.660.2713
Free upscale continental breakfast. Specialty coffee, slushies & popcorn. Hairdryers, irons & boards. Heated outdoor swimming pool. Great location, quick walk to Capitola Village/Beach. Quiet, comfortable rooms. High: $399.99+ Low: $79.99+

Stained glass windows and over-sized spas in many private rooms. Unique and relaxing! High: $189.99+ Low: $69.99+ See ad pg. 20.

COMFORT INN - WATSONvILLE

FERN RIvER RESORT MOTEL
www.fernriver.com 5250 Hwy. 9, Felton 831.335.4412 m

www.watsonvillelodging.com 112 Airport Boulevard, Watsonville 831.728.2300 t

CAPITOLA vENETIAN HOTEL
www.capitolavenetian.com 1500 Wharf Road, Capitola 831.476.6471 B

On the beach in the heart of Capitola Village where you will find shops, art galleries and fine dining, all within a 5 minute walk. Kitchen units with 1, 2, or 3 bedrooms, limited off-street parking. High: $329+ Low: $99+

Minutes away from the Santa Cruz and Monterey area. We feature 41 guest rooms with one or two beds available, and a hot breakfast with gravy, biscuits, eggs and much more complimentary. We are also pet friendly with a pet fee. High: $225+ Low: $79+ See ad pg. 32.

Midst the majestic forest — a rare and precious garden, nestled on the river and in the towering redwood trees. Individual and duplex cottages, many with kitchens, BBQs, picnic areas and gas fireplaces. High: $99 - $223 Low: $69 - $189

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CONTINENTAL INN

HAMPTON INN

www.continentalinnsantacruz.com 414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz

CAPRI MOTEL

831.429.1221 OR 800.343.6941
t

www.thesantacruzlodging.com 1505 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz 831.457.8000 t

www.caprimotelsc.com 337 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz 831.426.4611 B

Centrally located, walking distance to the Beach Boardwalk, Wharf & Downtown. Rooms with excellent river views. Free HBO & ESPN, micro/fridge, coffee & parking. Corporate & weekly rates available. High: $65+ Low: $45+

Near beach and Boardwalk. Three blocks from Downtown. Free wireless and Internet kiosk. Fridges, microwaves, continental breakfast. High: $95+ Low: $75+ See ad pg. 48.

Exquisite 3-story atrium, guest rooms with LCD TV’s, fridges, microwaves, DVD players, granite baths. Minutes from beach/boardwalk or downtown Santa Cruz. Free passes to nearby full service gym. High: $109 - $399 Low: $89 - $199 See ad pg. 31.

HARBOR INN

DAvENPORT ROADHOuSE INN
www.davenportroadhouse.com 1 Davenport Ave., Davenport 831.426.8801 B

www.harborinnsantacruz.com 645 7th Ave., Santa Cruz 831.479.9731 B

Quiet, cozy inn style rooms next to Santa Cruz Harbor, Twin Lakes beach, park. Very affordable, friendly staff, family owned. High: $79 - $149 Low: $59 - $119

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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013
Contents
Welcome to Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz
Whale Watching and More
Find Your Perfect Beach
Play Around in Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County Has Taste
2013 Events Calendar
Maps
Raise a Glass to County Wine
Monterey Bay
Capitola and Soquel
Live Creatively
San Lorenzo Valley
Scotts Valley
From the Mountains to the Sea
Pleasure Point
Make a Play Date
Aptos
Davenport
Watsonville and Pajaro Valley
Restaurant Guide
Lodging Guide
Visitor Activities
Free Things To Do
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Contents
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Welcome to Santa Cruz County
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Whale Watching and More
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Find Your Perfect Beach
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Play Around in Santa Cruz County
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Santa Cruz County Has Taste
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - 2013 Events Calendar
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Maps
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Raise a Glass to County Wine
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Monterey Bay
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Capitola and Soquel
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Live Creatively
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - San Lorenzo Valley
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - From the Mountains to the Sea
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Pleasure Point
Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Make a Play Date
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Aptos
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Davenport
Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Watsonville and Pajaro Valley
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Restaurant Guide
Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Lodging Guide
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Visitor Activities
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2013 - Free Things To Do
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