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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

313 Riverside Avenue
Rated 8.1 in 318 reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is a well-situated hotel that offers guests a comfortable and convenient stay in the vibrant city of Santa Cruz, United States. Located close to the stunning coastline, this hotel provides easy access to iconic local attractions such as the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Steamer Lane surf spot, and the lush natural landscapes of the surrounding redwood forests.

Guests at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz can expect a contemporary design coupled with functional amenities designed to cater to both leisure and business travelers. The hotel features well-appointed guest rooms with modern furnishings, mini-refrigerators, and complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring a pleasant and convenient stay. For those wishing to maintain their exercise routine, the hotel offers a fitness center equipped with a range of workout equipment.

Dining options include The Bistro, which offers a casual setting for breakfast, dinner, and evening cocktails. The on-site café serves Starbucks coffee, perfect for guests wanting a quick pick-me-up throughout the day. Additional amenities include a business center and flexible meeting spaces, ideal for hosting meetings or small events.

The hotel’s location in Santa Cruz means that visitors can easily explore the city's rich arts scene, bustling downtown area, and diverse dining options. Whether you're in town for exploring the scenic beauty or attending meetings, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz with its blend of comfort and utility seeks to meet the needs of travelers looking for quality accommodations in the heart of Santa Cruz.

 Swimming pool

Climate and Weather

January
 15°
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 14°
 6
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
February
 16°
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 13°
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Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
March
 17°
 8°
 13°
 8
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
April
 18°
 9°
 13°
 9
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
May
 19°
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 14°
 10
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
June
 21°
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 15°
 11
Sun hours / day
 29
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July
 23°
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 16°
 12
Sun hours / day
 31
Rain free days
August
 23°
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 12
Sun hours / day
 31
Rain free days
September
 23°
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Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
October
 21°
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Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
November
 18°
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 24
Rain free days
December
 15°
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Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days

Michelin Restaurants in Santa Cruz and near Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Mission Santa Cruz
Mission Santa Cruz
Mission in Santa Cruz, California
1.4km / 0.86mi
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Surfing museum in Santa Cruz, California, USA
1.9km / 1.2mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Amusement park in Santa Cruz, California
270m / 300yd
Giant Dipper
Giant Dipper
Historic roller coaster in Santa Cruz, California, USA
330m / 360yd
Museum of Art and History
Museum of Art and History
Museum in Santa Cruz, California
1km / 0.64mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Museum in Santa Cruz, California
0.8km / 0.52mi
Hinds House
Hinds House
Historic building in Santa Cruz, California, US
1.3km / 0.83mi
Golden Gate Villa
Golden Gate Villa
Historic house in Santa Cruz, California, USA
440m / 480yd
Undertow
Undertow
Steel spinning roller coaster
270m / 300yd
Mike Fox Park
Mike Fox Park
Park in the United States of America
210m / 230yd
Santa Cruz Looff Carousel
Santa Cruz Looff Carousel
Historic carousel in Santa Cruz, California, USA
280m / 310yd
Seabright Beach
Seabright Beach
Beach in Santa Cruz, California
0.7km / 0.42mi
Twin Lakes Beach
1.7km / 1.1mi
Cowell Beach
Cowell Beach
Beach in Santa Cruz, California
0.8km / 0.52mi
Tyrrell Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
0.8km / 0.49mi
Lighthouse Field State Beach
Lighthouse Field State Beach
State beach in Santa Cruz, California
1.9km / 1.2mi
Grant Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2km / 1.2mi
Laurel Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
0.8km / 0.5mi
Downtown Neighborhood Historic District
Historic district in Santa Cruz, California, United States of America
1.2km / 0.74mi
Frederick Street Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
1.5km / 0.96mi
Trescony Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2km / 1.2mi
Arboretum at the University of California, Santa Cruz
Arboretum at the University of California, Santa Cruz
Arboretum in Santa Cruz, California
3.6km / 2.3mi
Pasatiempo Golf Club
Golf club in Pasatiempo, California
3km / 1.9mi
Westlake Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2.5km / 1.6mi
Sergeant Derby Park
Sergeant Derby Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
3.2km / 2mi
Sunny Cove Beach County Park
Sunny Cove Beach County Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2.6km / 1.6mi
Moran Lake County Park
Park in the United States of America
3.8km / 2.3mi
Moran Lake Beach
Beach in Santa Cruz County, California, United States
3.7km / 2.3mi
DeLaveaga Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2.8km / 1.8mi
Garfield Park Branch Library
Garfield Park Branch Library
Public library in Santa Cruz, California, USA
2km / 1.3mi
Harvey West Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2.1km / 1.3mi
Garfield Park
Garfield Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2.3km / 1.4mi
California Powder Works Bridge
California Powder Works Bridge
5.3km / 3.3mi
Pleasure Point Beach County Park
Park in the United States of America
4.5km / 2.8mi
Anna Jean Cummings Park
Park in United States of America
5.3km / 3.3mi
Coffee Lane Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
4.2km / 2.6mi
Jade Street Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
5.1km / 3.2mi
Soquel Creek Linear Parkway
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
5.9km / 3.7mi
Old Riverview Historic District
Park in the United States of America
5.8km / 3.6mi
DeLaveaga Disc Golf
DeLaveaga Disc Golf
Disc golf course in California
4.7km / 2.9mi
Wilder Beach
Beach in Santa Cruz County, California, United States
5.2km / 3.3mi
Mystery Spot
Mystery Spot
Tourist attraction in Santa Cruz, California
5.7km / 3.5mi
Capitola Beach
5.8km / 3.6mi
Hooper Beach
5.6km / 3.5mi
Potbelly Beach
Beach in Santa Cruz County, California, United States
7.8km / 4.9mi

What to do in Santa Cruz and near Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Mission Santa Cruz
Mission Santa Cruz
Mission in Santa Cruz, California
1.4km / 0.86mi
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Surfing museum in Santa Cruz, California, USA
1.9km / 1.2mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Amusement park in Santa Cruz, California
270m / 300yd
Giant Dipper
Giant Dipper
Historic roller coaster in Santa Cruz, California, USA
330m / 360yd
Museum of Art and History
Museum of Art and History
Museum in Santa Cruz, California
1km / 0.64mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Museum in Santa Cruz, California
0.8km / 0.52mi
Hinds House
Hinds House
Historic building in Santa Cruz, California, US
1.3km / 0.83mi
Golden Gate Villa
Golden Gate Villa
Historic house in Santa Cruz, California, USA
440m / 480yd
Undertow
Undertow
Steel spinning roller coaster
270m / 300yd
Mike Fox Park
Mike Fox Park
Park in the United States of America
210m / 230yd
Santa Cruz Looff Carousel
Santa Cruz Looff Carousel
Historic carousel in Santa Cruz, California, USA
280m / 310yd
Seabright Beach
Seabright Beach
Beach in Santa Cruz, California
0.7km / 0.42mi
Twin Lakes Beach
1.7km / 1.1mi
Cowell Beach
Cowell Beach
Beach in Santa Cruz, California
0.8km / 0.52mi
Tyrrell Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
0.8km / 0.49mi
Lighthouse Field State Beach
Lighthouse Field State Beach
State beach in Santa Cruz, California
1.9km / 1.2mi
Grant Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2km / 1.2mi
Laurel Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
0.8km / 0.5mi
Downtown Neighborhood Historic District
Historic district in Santa Cruz, California, United States of America
1.2km / 0.74mi
Frederick Street Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
1.5km / 0.96mi
Trescony Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2km / 1.2mi
Arboretum at the University of California, Santa Cruz
Arboretum at the University of California, Santa Cruz
Arboretum in Santa Cruz, California
3.6km / 2.3mi
Pasatiempo Golf Club
Golf club in Pasatiempo, California
3km / 1.9mi
Westlake Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2.5km / 1.6mi
Sergeant Derby Park
Sergeant Derby Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
3.2km / 2mi
Sunny Cove Beach County Park
Sunny Cove Beach County Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2.6km / 1.6mi
Moran Lake County Park
Park in the United States of America
3.8km / 2.3mi
Moran Lake Beach
Beach in Santa Cruz County, California, United States
3.7km / 2.3mi
DeLaveaga Park
Park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States of America
2.8km / 1.8mi
Garfield Park Branch Library
Garfield Park Branch Library
Public library in Santa Cruz, California, USA
2km / 1.3mi

About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, located on the central coast of California, offers a variety of activities and attractions that cater to different interests. One of the most popular draws is the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a classic seaside amusement park featuring rides, games, and eateries. The boardwalk provides a nostalgic atmosphere and is a great spot for families and visitors looking to enjoy a sunny day by the ocean.

Another highlight is Natural Bridges State Beach, known for its stunning natural rock formations and tide pools. This area is ideal for beachgoers seeking a quieter experience and is particularly famous for its monarch butterfly migrations in the fall. The beach also offers opportunities for picnicking and exploring coastal trails.

For those interested in wildlife, the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is nearby and offers various activities such as kayaking, whale watching, and guided boat tours, allowing visitors to experience the rich marine life of the region.

Santa Cruz is also home to several hiking and biking trails. The Wilder Ranch State Park features scenic coastal views and diverse landscapes, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park provides a chance to walk among towering redwoods, with trails suitable for all skill levels.

In addition to natural attractions, the downtown area presents a vibrant scene with unique shops, cafes, and restaurants. Visitors can explore local art galleries, craft breweries, and farmer's markets that showcase the region's agricultural bounty.

For those interested in culture and education, the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History offers exhibits focusing on local history and contemporary art. The museum often hosts events and workshops, providing a deeper understanding of the area's heritage.

Finally, the University of California, Santa Cruz campus is worth a visit for its beautiful gardens and stunning views of the Monterey Bay. The campus often has events open to the public, including lectures and cultural performances.

Overall, Santa Cruz provides a range of activities that highlight its natural beauty, cultural richness, and recreational opportunities.




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