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Our top choices for Carbonera Estates hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Carbonera Estates
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,277 reviews)
"Great stay,"
United States
Steve
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Carbonera Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Carbonera Estates
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,321 reviews)
"nice hotel and staff, excellent location,"
United States
Bertha
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Carbonera Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (713 reviews)
"Breakfast"
United States
Ingrid
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.6 km from Carbonera Estates
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,356 reviews)
"Great location, very clean property and friendly staff"
United States
Frank
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Carbonera Estates
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (680 reviews)
"Clean rooms breakfast was very good."
United States
Arturo
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Carbonera Estates
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,340 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is NZ$293
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
4.5 km from Carbonera Estates
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,337 reviews)
"Location,spotless,great food."
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

9. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.5 km from Carbonera Estates
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,546 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge

10. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
0.7 km from Carbonera Estates
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Great spot and an excellent value"
United States
Paul
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Inn At Pasatiempo

11. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.3 km from Carbonera Estates
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,180 reviews)
"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."
United States
Leslie
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

12. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Carbonera Estates
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Clean rooms and breakfast was good."
United States
Roy
The price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

13. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Carbonera Estates
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,140 reviews)
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Seaside Inn & Suites

14. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Carbonera Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (124 reviews)
"Nice place good location. Excellent breakfast.definitely coming back.!"
United States
Edwin
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn

15. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.7 km from Carbonera Estates
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel!"
United States
Erica
The price is NZ$403
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Chaminade Resort & Spa

16. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Carbonera Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,643 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Donna
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel

17. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Carbonera Estates
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"easy access, good location, and breakfast was very good."
United States
NELSON A.
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Best Western Inn

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.6 km from Carbonera Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
United States
Natalya
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

19. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Carbonera Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,019 reviews)
"The staff was very kind and welcoming. I will definitely stay again!"
United States
Erin
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mission Inn

20. Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Carbonera Estates
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"It was a nice place and close to the boardwalk."
United States
Melanie
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
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Our guide on where to stay in Carbonera Estates

Find the best Carbonera Estates areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Westside Santa Cruz

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

Eastside Santa Cruz

Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Carbonera Estates that travellers recommend?
For highly recommended hotels in Carbonera Estates, consider the Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, and the Hyatt Place Santa Cruz.

The 4-star Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, with an 8.6 rating, offers a variety of amenities including suites, an outdoor pool with sun loungers and cabanas, and a poolside bar. Guests frequently highlight the comfortable and clean rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and the beautiful pool area. It is conveniently located near Ocean Street, just 0.1 km away, and within a short distance of Santa Cruz Wharf (1.6 km).

Another excellent choice is the 3-star Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, boasting a 9.0 rating. This hotel provides spacious and clean rooms, air conditioning, and complimentary buffet breakfast. Travellers often praise the friendly and helpful staff, the great breakfast, and the comfortable beds. Its location is considered perfect, being 0.5 km from Ocean Street and 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf.
What are the best family hotels in Carbonera Estates?
For families travelling to Carbonera Estates, two excellent choices are the Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, and the Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North.

The 4-star Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, with an 8.6 rating, offers a variety of family-friendly amenities such as connecting rooms, free cribs, and suites, providing ample space for everyone. The hotel features a beautiful outdoor pool with sun loungers and cabanas, as well as a convenient poolside bar. Guests consistently praise the comfortable and clean rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and the amazing beds. It is well-located, being only 0.1 km from Ocean Street and 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf.

Another highly-rated option is the Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North, which has an 8.6 rating. This hotel provides a complimentary continental breakfast, which is a great start to the day for families, and also offers free cribs. Guests frequently highlight the comfortable and clean rooms, the great breakfast, and the friendly staff. The hotel is conveniently situated 0.8 km from Ocean Street and 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.
What are the best spa hotels in Carbonera Estates?
For excellent spa hotels in Carbonera Estates, consider the Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North or The Aqua Pacific Hotel.

The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North, with an 8.6 rating, offers an accessible spa and guests frequently comment on the comfortable, clean rooms. A complimentary continental breakfast and free WiFi are also provided. Many guests praise the friendly and great staff, and the convenient, easy parking.

Another great option is The Aqua Pacific Hotel, rated 7.8. This hotel features an accessible spa, an indoor pool, and private indoor hot tubs. It is located in a nice, quiet area and is approximately 20 km from Monterey Bay. Guests often highlight the comfortable, clean rooms and the friendly, nice staff.
What hotels in Carbonera Estates offer free breakfast?
For hotels in Carbonera Estates that offer free breakfast, consider the Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG, the Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz, or the Best Western Inn.

The 3-star Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, with a superb 9.0 rating, provides both a free buffet breakfast and a general free breakfast option. Guests frequently praise the spacious and clean rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and the comfortable beds. Its location is considered perfect, and it is conveniently close to Mission Santa Cruz, just 1.0 km away, and the Santa Cruz Wharf, 1.2 km away.

Another excellent choice is the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG, rated 8.6. This hotel offers a free full breakfast and complimentary WiFi. Travellers often highlight the quiet and big rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and the convenient location. It is located 0.9 km from Mission Santa Cruz and 0.7 km from Ocean Street.

The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North, also rated 8.6, provides a free continental breakfast. Guests frequently mention the comfortable and clean rooms, the great breakfast, and the friendly staff. Parking is also noted as convenient and easy. This hotel is 1.0 km from Mission Santa Cruz and 0.8 km from Ocean Street.

The Hampton Inn Santa Cruz, with a rating of 8.2, offers both a free to-go breakfast and a free buffet breakfast. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff and the great breakfast. The hotel is situated 0.9 km from Mission Santa Cruz and 0.8 km from Ocean Street.

Finally, the Best Western Inn, rated 8.0, provides a free continental breakfast. Guests often praise the delicious breakfast, the nice and helpful staff, and the spacious and clean rooms with comfortable beds. It is located 1.0 km from Mission Santa Cruz and 0.8 km from Ocean Street.
What are the best budget hotels in Carbonera Estates?
For highly-rated budget hotels in Carbonera Estates, consider the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz, Best Western Inn, and Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North.

The 3-star Hampton Inn Santa Cruz, with an 8.2 rating, offers complimentary breakfast, including a to-go option, and free self-parking. Guests consistently mention the friendly and helpful staff, and the convenient location is praised. It's just 0.9 km from Mission Santa Cruz and 0.8 km from Ocean Street.

Another great option is the 3-star Best Western Inn, rated 8.0. This hotel provides free breakfast and free self-parking. Travellers appreciate the delicious breakfast, the nice and helpful staff, and the spacious, clean rooms with comfortable beds. It is located 1.0 km from Mission Santa Cruz and 0.8 km from Ocean Street.

The 3-star Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North, with an 8.6 rating, is also an excellent choice. It offers complimentary continental breakfast and free self-parking. Guests frequently comment on the comfortable and clean rooms, the great breakfast, and the friendly and amazing staff. Its convenient parking is also a highlight. Mission Santa Cruz is 1.0 km away, and Ocean Street is 0.8 km away.
What are the most romantic hotels in Carbonera Estates for couples?
For a romantic stay in Carbonera Estates, couples should consider the Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, or the Hyatt Place Santa Cruz.

The 4-star Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, with an 8.6 rating, offers a delightful experience. Guests frequently praise its beautiful outdoor pool area, complete with sun loungers, cabanas, and a poolside bar, which creates a relaxed setting. It is conveniently located near Cocoanut Grove, just 1.4 km away, and Mission Santa Cruz, only 0.8 km distant. The rooms are described as comfortable and clean, and the staff are noted for being friendly and helpful.

Another excellent choice is the 3-star Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, boasting an impressive 9.0 rating. This hotel is highly regarded for its spacious and clean rooms, comfortable beds, and a friendly, helpful staff. Couples will appreciate the complimentary breakfast buffet and the convenience of valet parking. While not directly in Carbonera Estates, it is within easy reach of Monterey Bay, approximately 20.2 km away.
What are the best hotels in Carbonera Estates near Pacific Avenue?
For a hotel in Carbonera Estates near Pacific Avenue, the National 9 Santa Cruz is a suitable option for families.

This hotel, with an 8.0 rating, offers complimentary toiletries, free WiFi, and free self-parking, which is convenient for guests travelling by car. It is located 1.6 km from Pacific Avenue and is also close to Ocean Street, the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, and the Pacific Garden Mall.
When is the best time to go to Carbonera Estates?
The best time to go to Carbonera Estates is during the late spring (April to May) and early autumn (September to October) when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are smaller.

During these shoulder seasons, you'll experience comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from 18°C to 24°C, which is ideal for outdoor activities like exploring the nearby hiking trails or enjoying a round of golf. The natural beauty of the estates, with its rolling hills and manicured landscapes, is particularly striking in these months. You'll find it easier to secure reservations at popular restaurants and experience the local wineries without the peak season rush.

For those looking to enjoy the warmest weather and vibrant social scene, the summer months (June to August) are also a good option. Temperatures can reach up to 30°C, superb for lounging by a pool or taking part in outdoor events. However, this is also the busiest time, so expect more people and higher prices for accommodation and activities.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our 'Fully refundable property' filter during your search to find the right Carbonera Estates hotel for you.
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