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Tonight
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Tomorrow
14 Oct - 15 Oct
This weekend
16 Oct - 18 Oct
Next weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Santa Cruz LGBT-friendly hotels

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

1. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Johnnie
NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

2. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Erin
NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

3. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

4. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Brooke
NZ$277
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.
A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.
A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

5. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Philip
NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

6. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Alan
NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.
A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.
A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.

7. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Aleksandr
NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Beachview Inn
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

8. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
United States
Michael
NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
A bar area with a curved granite countertop, multiple bar stools, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

9. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
United States
Brandall
NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.
A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.
A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Anna
NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
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Frequently asked questions

How do I find an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
Consider this your open invitation to pack your bags and find LGBTQ-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz on Expedia. Staying in this seaside area will give you access to its beaches and entertainment.
What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Santa Cruz?
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz and Mission Inn are other good choices for your trip.
How many gay-friendly accommodation options are there in Santa Cruz?
There are currently 20 gay-friendly accommodation options in Santa Cruz.
What are the top places to visit in Santa Cruz?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Santa Cruz has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Ocean Street, Pacific Avenue and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels, also known as gay-friendly hotels, welcome all travellers who identify as LGBTQIA+. You'll find a selection of LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options on our site. In Santa Cruz, these hotels prioritise a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from an LGBTQ-friendly Santa Cruz hotel?
Take a holiday from the ordinary; stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz, and you won't have to hide or your sexuality or your gender identity when you check in. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer community-specific packages, exclusive tours and opportunities for social interaction.

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