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Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz

36.96334, -122.025145
2 stars
130 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 United States ‎1-866-539-0036‎ | Welcome Rewards™

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Lowest price $85
available on 05/26/13
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    Overview of Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz

    Location.
    Situated in Santa Cruz, Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz is close to Santa Cruz Wharf, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Main Beach. Also nearby are Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Cocoanut Grove.

    Property Features.
    A complimentary breakfast is served each morning. In addition to a spa tub and multilingual staff, Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz features laundry facilities. Wireless Internet access is complimentary in public areas. Additional amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Onsite parking is complimentary.

    Guestrooms.
    The 30 air-conditioned guestrooms at Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz include irons/ironing boards. Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access is provided. All units feature microwaves and refrigerators.

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    3.5 out of 5 Good (72 reviews)
    (Neighborhood average 3.5)
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    well located, decent breakfast. hotel is nothing special, but OK. Staff readily helped with parking issue. Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Oct 2, 2012

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    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎
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    1 room,  2 adults 
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    Room 1: age 18+ 0-17

    Obstructed Ocean View 2 Queen Bed Non

    Two Doubles Non Smoking

    2 Doubles Non Smoking part OceanView

    One Queen Non Smoking

    Obstructed Ocean View 1 King Bed Non

    One Queen Bed Non Smoking Courtyard View

    One King Bed, Non-Smoking, Ground Floor

    What you need to know

    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
      Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

    • American Express
    • Diners Club
    • Discover
    • JCB International
    • MasterCard
    • Visa
    • Minimum check-in age is: 21
    • Pets not allowed
    • Check-in time starts at: 3 PM
    • Check-out time is: 11 AM

    Amenities

    • General
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Number of buildings/towers - 4
    • Number of floors - 2
    • Total number of rooms - 30
    • Rooms (all rooms include)
    • Air conditioning
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Standard TV service
    • Services
    • Free breakfast
    • Free parking
    • Laundry facilities
    • Multilingual staff
    • Safe-deposit box at front desk
    • Spa tub
    • Business & Event
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Business services
    • Dry cleaning/laundry service
    • Accessibility Features**
    • Accessible parking

    **These amenities may be available only in some rooms or units. Some amenities may incur additional fees.

    Dining

    Guests are offered a complimentary continental breakfast each morning.

    Recreation

    The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.


    • Boating nearby
    • Scuba diving nearby
    • Snorkeling nearby
    • Water skiing nearby

    Notification and fees

    The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.


    • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15 per night
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

    Check-in information

    Guests traveling with a Service Animal must call the property after booking via this Web site to confirm their reservation. The booking cannot be guaranteed until the reservation has been confirmed with the property directly.

    Terms & conditions

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

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    A short guide to Santa Cruz

    The mighty Pacific serves as center stage and backdrop for all things leisure in Santa Cruz. Its boardwalk offers rollercoaster thrills with bay views. Down Beach Street, the city wharf is a prime fishing and whale-watching spot. Nearby, surfers near and far head to Steamer Lane to catch monster waves. Downtown’s charming Pacific Avenue plays hosts to land lovers with its local shops and cafes.

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    Nearby Activities & Points of Interest

    Less than 0.5 miles

    • Santa Cruz Wharf - 200 yards
    • Main Beach - 300 yards
    • Cocoanut Grove - 500 yards
    • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 800 yards

    0.50 - 1.0 mi

    • Pacific Garden Mall - 1100 yards
    • Santa Cruz - 1200 yards
    • Lighthouse Point Park - 1300 yards
    • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum - 1400 yards
    • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History - 1500 yards
    • Town Clock - 1700 yards

    3.0+ mi

    • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 27 miles
    • San Jose Reid Hillview Airport (RHV) - 28 miles
    • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 29 miles
    • Salinas Municipal Airport (SNS) - 31 miles
    • Hollister Municipal Airport (HLI) - 35 miles
    • Hayward Executive (HWD) - 49 miles
    • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 49 miles
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    Reviews
    • All (72)
    • Business (0)
    • Romance (12)
    • Family (18)
    • Friends (4)
    • Other (38)
    3.5 / 5
    Good

    Score breakdown (from 72 reviews)

    • 5.0
      (13)
    • 4.0
      (32)
    • 3.0
      (12)
    • 2.0
      (10)
    • 1.0
      (5)

    Average rating for:

    • Cleanliness
      3.9
    • Service
      3.8
    • Comfort
      3.6
    • Condition
      3.7

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    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Mar 2013
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Dec 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    1.0 / 5
    Poor
    "Awful"

    • Cleanliness
      1.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      1.0
    • Condition
      1.0
    Plain and simple, there was a cockroach on my pillow. Disgusting.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Dec 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    2.0 / 5
    Fair

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      1.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    The location was excellent, and the views of the ocean were beautiful. However, the rest of the hotel was mediocre at best. The room was the size of a matchbox. The bed was incredibly uncomfortable--I woke up stiff and sore every day, and I'm in my mid-20's--and the sheets had holes in them. The breakfast was lackluster, when you actually get one.. […] Their morning person was an hour late one day, and since we had an early appointment we ended up having to skip it. The worst was the service. The person working (who I guessed was the General Manager) when we checked out was just plain rude. I stood there for 10 minutes at the counter ringing the bell and shouting "hello", to be ignored by him in the back office. When I opened the door to leave, he finally came to help, then proceeded to argue with me about how long I was standing there. He dismissed my complaints about missing breakfast by cutting me off mid-sentence and waving his hand impatiently in my face. And, above all, he couldn't be bothered to tell me that all I needed to do was to hand in my key card to check out.. He tore it out of my hand then stood there staring at me like I was an idiot. Definitely not a place I would recommend, especially for the price. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night romance trip in Nov 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Nice two-star hotel near the beach and wharf"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    Nice hotel for the price. Really close to the beach and wharf. Some noise from the neighbours, and I would't drink the water there. It smells and tastes bad.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night trip in Oct 2012
    Jan
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    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Oct 2012
    Melody
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Steps away from the pier.....great food and drinks"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Loved it!!
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip with friends in Oct 2012
    Gloria
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "close towharf"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    well located, decent breakfast. hotel is nothing special, but OK. Staff readily helped with parking issue.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    Other trip
    Oct 2, 2012
    latrapp
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    Trip with friends
    Oct 1, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Easy stay"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Found this place while going through Santa Cruz. Hotel was cheap and clean and pretty close to the pier. Can be difficult to get to since it's on a one way road but we parked the car and walked to the pier.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    Romance trip
    Sep 29, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Close hotel to the beach and quaint town"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    The best thing about this hotel was it's proximity to the beach and boardwalk. The parking is included but the lot is constructed for frustration and tight quarters. There is no pool but they offer a large hot-tub that unfortunately never seems open. The room was nice and clean and the cleaning service was great. I tried to save some used towels on […] the rack, but they replaced every towel anyway. That's service! Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night trip with friends in Aug 2012
    Korrin
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Santa Cruz"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    great location, 1/2 block from the beach. Easy to Check in, Friendly staff.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Sep 17, 2012
    Robert
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Worth the price for location and friendliness"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    The staff was fabulous and helpful! We stayed in 4 other hotels/motels during this trip and this was our favorite because of the staff. The price was a little high but all the facilities in the area were similar. so the locale (close to the beach and boardwalk) and the friendliness would make me recommend to everyone.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Aug 27, 2012
    Byrd
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Fine for the price"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    We just stayed a Tuesday night. As others stated the plumbing is very loud but we just slept there and left the next morning. Staff was nice, breakfast was fine, room was clean. Beds aren't the most comfortable but we were so tired we really didn't notice much.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night family trip in Aug 2012
    Mother & son
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Close to good food and activities"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    It was an overnight stay to sample sea food and musical entertainment
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night family trip in Aug 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Pleasantly surprised."

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    Great location, you can walk to the beach, the wharf and the Boardwalk. Helpful staff. Priced reasonable relative to other place in Santa Cruz.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Aug 16, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Great Location"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    We thought it was nice clean hotel, the employee's are very friendly. The location is really close to the wharf and beach just within a short walking distance.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Aug 2012
    Debbie M
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "on the cliffs"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    great place to stay, close to amenities, great staff
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Aug 5, 2012
    Paul
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    2.0 / 5
    Fair
    "Location, Location, Location and that's about it!"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    You are paying a premium for the proximity of the hotel to the beach and the boardwalk - popular destinations in Santa Cruz. You are not paying for the quality of the room nor its amenities. The breakfast was fair - had gas station-type muffins and pastries, 2 kinds of so-so cereals, apples, and vending machine-type coffee; peanut butter and loaf bread. […] You had to scrub clean a less than mediocre kitchenette if you wanted to see your cleaning deposit again. Location was great - took 5 minutes to walk to pier and beach; 10 to 15 minutes to walk to boardwalk. Again, you're paying for location and not necessarily for the quality of the hotel. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night family trip in Jul 2012
    Marcela
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "close to wharf"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    The municipal wharf was just steps away great location
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Jul 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    ""Hojos" is very close to UCSC."

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    The location of HoJos is very convenient, especially to the Boardwalk, Wharf, and UCSC. Pretty satisfied with the experience. Neighbors were a bit noisy, as was the shower next door.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Jul 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "nice for family stay"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Room was clean, breakfast need little upgrading though.great location near everything.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Jun 2012
    Haz
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Clean but noisy"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    We enjoyed the hotel. Unfortunately, the people above us could be heard with every step. The ceiling creaked all night.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night family trip in Jun 2012
    Adriana
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "great location to the pier"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    overal stay was good, plumbing was a bit noisy. had a down stairs room and could here toilet and shower clearly.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night trip in Jun 2012
    karen
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Very nice, will try hotel.com again some time for this hotel
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Jun 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Great location and less cost"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    I was pleasantly surprised to see that this hotel overlooked the ocean from atop W Cliff Drive. The hotel itself is nothing to get excited about, it a standard HOJO motel, and the continental breakfast with disappointing (stale cereal), but its proximity to the beach and Boardwalk at half the price of hotels around it made it a good choice. Don't count […] on using the pool, it's more of a "spool" and not something I saw anyone using. If you want cheap and close, this is your motel. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night family trip in Jun 2012
    Andrew
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "good value"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    Very simple place, nice people running the hotel. Rooms are small and breakfast wasn't very good, but it is reasonably priced and very close the the beach.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jun 4, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night romance trip in May 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Decent Hotel for a Chain"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    We usually go for the cheapest room possible, and this time wanted an upgrade for our anniversary. Our check-in was easy, and service was attentive without being butt-kissing. The grounds of the hotel were a bit small, but well maintained. Our room was clean and ready, and the bed was better than average for most hotels. Hot water was super hot. The […] Jacuzzi tub was big enough to fit my husband and I with only limited squishing, and considering he's 6'2" I felt like this was a major accomplishment. The hotel was pretty central to the warf, the boardwalk, the coast, and good restaurants. I have a few slightly negative things, but they weren't really that big of a deal. First the room had an odd smell (I'm super sensitive to smells and my husband didn't notice it) of moisture and cleaner. Second, the Jacuzzi tub, the bathroom fan and wall heater all were quite noisy and it was hard to relax with them on. The arrangement of the parking lot was odd, and a little crowded. Larger cars ( big SUVs etc) might have a hard time if this lot is full. We did not try breakfast but the area looked nice. Ditto goes for the Hot Tub. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night romance trip in May 2012
    Bobbi
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Nice Location for the wharf"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    great close walk to the wharf and the beach.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Feb 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Great location, clean room with ocean view"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    I really enjoyed my stay here. The room we had was clean and fresh, with a view of the pier and ocean. The room was a little small, but since my wife and I only stayed here for one night, it was perfect. The hotel location is awesome, and literally less than 100 yards from the pier and beach, maybe 250 yards to the boardwalk. I cannot wait to visit […] santa cruz again, and stay at this hotel during the summer months. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Feb 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Hotel is priced right. Had a view of the ocean and pier. It is walking distance to pier and boardwalk and just a short drive to downtown night life. Room was clean but the tub was a little dirty. Hotel was quiet and plenty of free parking.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Feb 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "We will be back!"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Great place for the price and perfect for those who wish to be a short walk from the Boardwalk, Wharf, etc. We loved the fact that we could park the car for the weekend and avoid the ever-growing traffic in the area. The room had a pretty good size refrigerator, a microwave and a coffee maker which was a pleasant surprise. Easy to bring sandwich supplies, […] breakfast goodies and snacks which really helps out when traveling with kids. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jan 1, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Oct 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    2.0 / 5
    Fair
    "Bait and switch"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      1.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    When we arrived at Hotel, the website promised 1 King and Ocean View. We had a street view and the lady at the desk said, "oh we always get that." Hmmmm, which didn't help us out at all. Fairly clean, but the whole bait and switch thing turned me off. Bedroom was a bit musty and the breakfast was barely above "don't bother". Some fruit and pastries […] and coffee and cereal. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Oct 10, 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    yes on 1 condition. I booked this room from Montana 4 my daughters honeymoon. They told my on the phone that there room would have an ocean view. Because that is they 1 thing they wanted, and it DID NOT have a clear ocean view. And they said it had a hot tub, but it was just jets in the bath tub. They came back and told me that it served the purpose […] but it was not what they expected. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Oct 2011
    Ann R
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Whirlpool tub IS NOT A JACUZZI"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    I'm sorry but you have to tell people that you have a whirlpool tub and not a Jacuzzi. I was mislead when I booked this room because the listing said it was a king size room with a Jacuzzi. I guess their idea of a Jacuzzi is a 2 seater whirlpool bath.... in the bathroom...next to the toilet...nice!
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night romance trip in Sep 2011
    Michael W
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Awesome Location!"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Nice hotel for a short stay. The room we were in didn't have kitchen facilities, as such... but there was a mini fridge and kettle. Bath was spotless on arrival, and the shower head was awesome. Our had the bath/Jacuzzi/shower combo, and while we didnt actually try it out fully, it looked the part. The room itself was a pretty reasonable size - perfect […] for 2 people. Bed was pretty comfy, but we only had 3 pillows... seriously? There was also a nice flat screen TV with a decent array of channels I think the thing we enjoyed the most, however, was the location. It was literally a stones throw from the boardwalk and pier, but a little of the main routes, so nice and quiet at night... and we didnt have any issues leaving our car in the hotel car park. Overall, we had a great time and would highly recommend this place. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night romance trip in Sep 2011
    Jake D
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Howard Johnson Santa Cruz"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Overall the experience was great. The only thing I would suggest is they invest in some better mattresses. Both, my husband and I, tossed and turned both nights because the mattresses were extremely uncomfortable. Both of us had aching backs from two nights. It's hard to enjoy your stay when you can't sleep.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Sep 2011
    D S
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Positive experience"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    High priced for how old and small it is, BUT low priced for the location and service. Place is small and old, but decently remodeled. The location with regards to the beach and the boardwalk is great. The service is great. I was in town for a triathlon near by and the staff was very accomodating of our needs for a super late check out. If I do this […] race again, I will stay here again. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Sep 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night family trip in Aug 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    1.0 / 5
    Poor

    • Cleanliness
      1.0
    • Service
      1.0
    • Comfort
      1.0
    • Condition
      1.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night romance trip in Jul 2011
    tammi B
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    2.0 / 5
    Fair
    "Ho Jo in Santa Cruz"

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      2.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    Kind of a dated dump. Sooo not worth the "discounted" price I paid.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night family trip in Aug 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    great location
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    4 night trip in Aug 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Jul 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Howard Johnson Fisherman's Wharf, Santa Cruz"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Room are cleaned everyday, good position, parking, internet. Don't count on breakfast, poor. SPA and pool is just a fake. I reserved an ocean view room and I got a "partial ocean view room" and very tiny for the price.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    5 night romance trip in Jul 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    For the price the hotel suited our needs. Only discrepancy was the time of check-in. We arrived at 2:00pm since the internet said 2:00pm check-in, however the hotel desk said check-in was not till 3:00pm. Came back after 3:00 but room was not ready for another 20 minutes.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night family trip in Jul 2011
    Jeff K
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    2.0 / 5
    Fair

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night family trip in Jul 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "room was small but in great location"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    the ocean view room was really tiny..for the price its way too pricy for that size of room. the location was awesome though! For this reason i recommend staying at this hotel. The staff was pleasant as well. The continental breakfast was standard and the gentleman was very nice and made sure we had all we asked for.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Jul 2011
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Great for what it is"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Nice clean hotel. Of course a little overpriced, but thats what you can expect being so near to the boardwalk. Had a kitchen which was a surprise. Would have been cool if I needed it or was staying longer.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night family trip in Jul 2011
    A Traveller
    US
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