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321 Main St, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, CA 95060

Santa Cruz Hostel - Historic Beach Hill cottages with garden views and shared amenities two blocks from Main Beach

Located in six principal structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this Santa Cruz hotel occupies historic Carmelita Cottages dating back to 1872. The property features both shared dormitories and private rooms with shared bathrooms, accommodating up to 48 guests. A fully-equipped communal kitchen serves all guests, while outdoor spaces include a garden patio, fire pit, and BBQ grill area. Recreational amenities comprise a ping pong table and free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel provides coin-operated laundry facilities, linens, and towels for all guests. Situated just two blocks from Main Beach and the Boardwalk, the property stands four blocks from downtown Santa Cruz. The Museum of Art and History lies 0.5 miles away, while Mineta San Jose International Airport is 34 miles from the location.

Santa Cruz Hostel: Pros

- Listed on the National Register of Historic Places with two front houses from 1872 - Garden setting with two porches offering garden views - Maximum stay limit of 6 consecutive nights maintains a true traveler atmosphere - Free seasonal street parking available between September 30th and May 15th

Santa Cruz Hostel: Cons

- Shared bathrooms only, even for private rooms - Maximum stay of 14 days per calendar year

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Dormitory Room Mixed
Max:
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Bunk bed
Garden view
Shower
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Dormitory Room Female only
Max:
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Bunk bed
Garden view
Shower
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Family Room
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2 persons
120 sq. feet 
Bed options:
3 Single beds
Garden view
Shower
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Getting around

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City Center
Santa Cruz2700 ft
Airports
Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 33.9 mi
Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 42.5 mi
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • No smoking on site
  • No parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Baggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Table tennis

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
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Location

321 Main St, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, CA 95060
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321 Main St, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, CA 95060
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