After reading the reviews on tripadvisor, we stayed at the Hampton inn and top 10 places.... until this past weekend. We've stayed at various $150-$200 range places in Santa Cruz and can't believe we've missed this one. It's by far the best value. You can get an ocean view room right across the main beach/boardwalk that's as clean the the Hampton suites and other higher priced alternative. Plus, you get a microwave, frig, internet, pool (no spa) and great front desk service) with juice/coffee in the AM and feel like you're in Santa Cruz with an oceanfront window. Wow! The service was fantastic and we were told they are under new management so previous reviews may not reflect the change. We go to Santa Cruz several times a year and won't stay anywhere else unless they're booked.
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