Hotel Solares, Santa Cruz ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

Hotel Solares offers budget-friendly accommodations with a blend of traditional beach-style ambiance and modern décor. This pet-friendly Santa Cruz hotel features fully equipped rooms, an outdoor heated pool, and a hot tub. Guests can enjoy free parking and high-speed WiFi during their stay.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Hotel Solares are equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and coffee-making facilities. Each room features a private bathroom stocked with toiletries and a hairdryer. Certain rooms include private balconies for additional comfort.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options near the hotel include several restaurants offering authentic Central Coast flavors, such as Hindquarter Bar & Grill and Gilbert's Seafood Grill. Guests can also explore casual eateries within a short walk from the property.

Leisure & Services

Leisure amenities include a heated outdoor pool and hot tub for guests to enjoy. The hotel features several accessibility options to ensure comfort for all guests. For entertainment, the famed Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Surfing Museum are within walking distance.

Location & Accessibility

Hotel Solares is conveniently located near public transportation options such as local bus routes. Guests have access to the beautiful Santa Cruz Beaches and additional attractions like Natural Bridges State Beach and the U.C. Santa Cruz Arboretum and Botanic Garden.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds

Max:

4 persons

31 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Max:

2 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

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4 persons

33 m²

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Santa Cruz600 m

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 53.4 km

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 67.3 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“I loved how spacious and nicely designed the room was, with comfortable pillows and a bed that ensured a great night’s sleep.” view full review

Breakfast Needs Attention

“While the breakfast could use improvement, the experience was enhanced by a cozy dining area that had potential for good meals.” view full review

Practical Space

“The room included useful racks for hanging clothes, making it easy to organize our belongings during our stay.” view full review

Fresh and Clean

“The bathroom was very clean and smelled fresh, which contributed positively to my overall experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Services

Housekeeping
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

Map view

600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

1.7 km

Harbour

Santa Cruz Wharf

1.7 km

Museum

Museum of Art and History

1.0 km

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

1.4 km

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

1.0 km

35 Pacific Ave

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

1.7 km

Museum

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

2.2 km

144 School St

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

1.8 km

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

1.9 km

Beach st

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

700 m

Lighthouse Point West Cliff Drive

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

1.9 km

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

1.0 km

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

1.0 km

400 Beach St

Giant Dipper

750 m

400 Beach St

Undertow

680 m

Park

Abbott Square

730 m

Beach

Seabright State Beach

1.4 km

Store

Shopper's Corner

810 m

400 Beach St

Cave Train

810 m

Store

Cowell's Beach Surf Shop

830 m

Store

Cowell Beach

1.7 km

400 Beach St

Sky Glider

1.7 km

600 West Cliff Drive

To Honor Surfing Monument

1.8 km

Beach

Main Beach

1.7 km

Store

Whole Foods Market

1.1 km

740 Front St #160

Downtown Association

720 m

102 Ocean View Ave

Ocean View Park

1.5 km

Nearby

299 San Lorenzo Boulevard

Mike Fox Skate Park

310 m

Raymond St

Beach Flats Community Garden

560 m

325 Soquel Ave at Ocean Avenue

The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio

580 m

Restaurants

Little Caesars

420 m

233 Ocean St

Fire Fly Cafe

430 m

131 Front St # A # A

Firefly Coffee House

540 m

131 Front St # A # A

Snap Taco

450 m

1108 Pacific Ave

The Sandwich Spot

710 m

1010 Pacific Ave

Yan Flower

690 m

617 Pacific Ave

Mission Hill Creamery

750 m

1101 Pacific Ave Ste B

Fosters Freeze

580 m

229 Laurel St

Bagelry

660 m

320 Cedar St Ste A

Five Guys Burgers & Fries

780 m

1101 Pacific Ave. Suite A

Pacific Cookie Company

890 m

1203 Pacific Ave Downtown Santa Cruz

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

convenient location

friendly manager

limited dining options

questionable neighborhood

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.0

Service

9.0

Dining

6.7

Louis

United States, October 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is superb, just a stone's throw away from the beach and conveniently close to various restaurants. The rooms were spotless and provided a cozy environment, and the staff was incredibly welcoming. However, the dining experience left something to be desired with limited breakfast options. On the bright side, the pool area was impeccably maintained and delightful. The pricing was fair, but it would have been better if Wi-Fi was included in the package.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfy, offering a relaxing atmosphere with two cozy balconies.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch with attentive staff, including the manager making sure everything was in order.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was brilliant, being close to everything you'd want to explore, plus being just steps away from the beach.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was pleasant with a decent variety of international dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were well-appointed, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.

Joseph

United States, October 2023

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable and had two balconies, which was a nice touch, but the neighborhood wasn't the best. The service was excellent, especially with the manager's attention. The proximity to the Boardwalk and park was convenient, but the dining options were limited to wood-fired pizzas. Overall, a decent stay with some drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The beds were comfy, and having two balconies was a nice feature.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding, especially with the manager's involvement. Housekeeping was efficient, and there were convenient shops/services available.

Location

7.0

The hotel is very close to the Boardwalk, making it easy to access. It's also close to the park, although the neighborhood wasn't the greatest.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was limited to wood-fired pizzas.

Facilities

6.0

Roy

United States, September 2023

7.8/10

The hotel had comfortable beds with 2 balconies, making for a cozy stay. However, the neighborhood around the hotel wasn't the best. The service, though, was top-notch with a friendly manager always available. The location was convenient for accessing the boardwalk and theme park, but the dining options were limited, although traditional dishes were included. The facilities were handy, but the price may not match the overall value.

Rooms

8.0

The beds were comfy, and having 2 balconies was a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The manager was very attentive, ensuring a pleasant stay. Housekeeping and other services were efficient.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was handy for reaching the theme park and boardwalk, offering convenience for visitors.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory with included traditional dishes, yet more variety would be appreciated.