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Santa Cruz Hostel

321 Main St, Santa Cruz, US

9 guest rating· 156 reviews

About this hotel

Charming Accommodation

Explore the coastal beauty of Santa Cruz with a stay at our hostel, boasting barbecue facilities and a serene garden for your relaxation.

Convenient Location

Situated just 500 meters from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and within walking distance to Pacific Avenue, our hostel in the bustling Santa Cruz Boardwalk district makes it easy to explore the area's attractions.

Relaxing Amenities

Enjoy the sun terrace and soak up the California sunshine during your stay at Santa Cruz Hostel, with Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse just a short distance away.

Book your stay now at Santa Cruz Hostel for a memorable seaside adventure!

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Double Room with Private External Bathroom

Sleeps 3 · 11 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Dining area
  • Linen

The double room has a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a dining area, a patio and garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 11 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Dining area
  • Linen

This bed in dormitory features a patio and dining area.

Family Room with Bathroom

Sleeps 3 · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

The family room features a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.

Double Room with Private Bathroom

Sleeps 4 · 2× Bunk bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

The double room has a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 3 beds.

Family Room with Private Bathroom

Sleeps 5 · Double bed, 3× Bunk bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

The family room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 4 beds.

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 11 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Dining area
  • Linen

This bed in dormitory has a patio, garden view and dining area.

Cottage

Sleeps 14 · 111 m² · 2× Sofa bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

Boasting a private entrance, this spacious bungalow also includes 1 living room, 4 separate bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a shower. The bungalow's kitchen is available for cooking and storing food. The bungalow has a tea and coffee maker, a patio and garden views. The unit has 13 beds.

Cottage

Sleeps 11 · 93 m² · 2× Sofa bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Private entrance

Featuring a private entrance, this spacious bungalow also consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. The bungalow features a dining area, a patio and garden views. The unit offers 12 beds.

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 5 · 11 m² · 3× Twin bed, Double bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Dining area
  • Linen

The family room includes a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. The family room has a dining area, a patio and garden views. The unit has 4 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Beach
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Board games/puzzles
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
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  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Yoga classes

Location

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321 Main St, Santa Cruz, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9156 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great location+ Good value for moneySmall room sizes for groupsLimited grocery shopping options nearby
Cleanliness8.4
Service9.4
Location9.9
Room Quality8.3
Amenities8.9
Value for Money9.3

Aconchegante

10.0

Tudo

Reservei quarto com 4 camas e era 6 camas não completou mas poderia ter completado. Não tinha shampoo e bálsamo no banheiro.

Monica · SE · 2026-07-02

Santa Cruz

7.0

Central location, couple of blocks from the beach and wharf. Restaurants nearby.

Modesta · US · 2026-07-02

Expérience inoubliable

9.0

L' accueil était exceptionnel. L' équipe est très agréable et disponible. Les chambres sont propres et spacieuses. L' une de mes meilleures expériences en auberge de jeunesse. De nombreuses activités sont proposées. Je recommande vivement

De ne pas pouvoir rester plus longtemps

Matthieu · FR · 2026-06-14

Guest review

10.0

The place and the staff speaks for itself amazing! Kind and courteous & compassionate.

There was nothing I did not like the people made it happen no matter visitors staff neighbors a good bunch of people🧑‍🧒‍🧒

Pamela · US · 2026-05-12

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Parking

No parking available.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.