Just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach, with shops, restaurants, the Wharf and downtown nearby, and only minutes to golf, water sports, fishing, sailing charters and state parks.
THE BOARDWALK
FAMILY FUN
SHOPPING
ON THE WATER
OUTDOORS
THE BOARDWALK
01
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
California's classic seaside amusement park and a State Historic Landmark, right across the street. Admission is free; pay only for rides, games and the 1911 Looff Carousel.
THE BOARDWALK
02
Neptune's Kingdom
Indoor pirate-themed mini golf and arcade games at the Boardwalk. An easy pick for foggy mornings and rainy days.
THE BOARDWALK
03
Casino Arcade
Hundreds of games, from skee-ball and claw machines to the latest arcade hits, a short stroll down the Boardwalk.
FAMILY FUN
04
Boardwalk Bowl
The Boardwalk's state-of-the-art bowling center is a fun place for family play time, year-round.
SHOPPING
05
Shopping at The Walk
Pick up Santa Cruz sweatshirts, beachwear and souvenirs to take home from your trip.
ON THE WATER
06
Sailing the Chardonnay II
The Chardonnay II offers many options for a relaxing, affordable sail on Monterey Bay, from daytime cruises to sunset sails.
ON THE WATER
07
Sea Otters & Wildlife
Monterey Bay is a National Marine Sanctuary. Watch for sea otters floating in the kelp and sea lions resting under the Wharf.
OUTDOORS
08
West Cliff & the Surfer Statue
Walk or bike the coastal path along West Cliff Drive to the surfer statue and Steamer Lane, where local surfers ride the point.
OUTDOORS
09
Natural Bridges at Sunset
Natural Bridges State Beach is known for its ocean arch, tide pools and winter monarch butterflies. Go for sunset; you won't regret it.
OUTDOORS
10
Redwood Forests
Towering redwood groves are a short drive from the coast, with shaded trails for every pace.
Not sure where to start?
Ask at the front desk. We're open 24 hours and happy to point you to our favorite spots.
