Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer

4.2

Excellent(1,002 Reviews)

Hotel in Santa Cruz, CA

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more

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About this hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers 170 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2020.

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Santa Cruz, CA

Nearby attractions

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Municipal Rose Garden

40.3 mi

Available Rooms

1 King Bed

1 King • 250 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

2 Queen Beds

2 Queen • 250 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

1 King Bed, Pool View

1 King • 250 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

2 Queen Beds, Pool View

2 Queen • 250 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

1 King Bed

1 King • 200 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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4.2

Excellent(1,002 Reviews)

Hotel in Santa Cruz, CA

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Santa Cruz, CA

Nearby attractions

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Municipal Rose Garden

40.3 mi

Available Rooms

1 King Bed

1 King • 250 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

2 Queen Beds

2 Queen • 250 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

1 King Bed, Pool View

1 King • 250 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

2 Queen Beds, Pool View

2 Queen • 250 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

1 King Bed

1 King • 200 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.2

Excellent(1,002 Reviews)

1.5

Dec 2024

The hotel is nice but lacks a few things such as robes and slippers. The staff is friendly & location is convenient for accessing downtown area.

2.5

Dec 2024

I found this hotel charming, cool, and clean, and overall, it was just a great experience. My room was spacious and comfortable. The pool area was cool for a rogue 70-degree warmer winter day. The staff was super friendly, and with the low season rates, I'd say it certainly was a bang for my buck. 10/10 would recommend. I'm not sure why there are so many poor reviews; I thought this place fire.

1.0

Nov 2024

The hotel charged parking fees for both rooms, even though I only had one car. Despite several emails and calls to address the issue, the hotel has not refunded the extra payment.

2.5

Nov 2024

Such a charming spot, especially with great prices during the low season—though it can get a bit hectic in high season. The pool and hot tub are standout features, and the revamped dining room is a vibe.

2.5

Nov 2024

Hotel was very nice and pretty. Will definitely stay here again.

2.5

Nov 2024

Lovely property, great service, excellent restaurant. Lots more amenities than we could indulge in during our short stay. Planning to return.

2.0

Oct 2024

Visiting Santa Cruz for a quick weekend. Our room needed a little tlc. The walls, ceiling and curtains needed some attention; repaint, clean and replace the ripped curtain. Beds were comfortable. Refillable water stations on each floor was great to have. There were a few events during our stay which made the bar/restaurant area busy and loud. The property of the hotel was very nice in design.

1.0

Oct 2024

My room was next door to the in-house laundry machines. The washing machine ran nonstop until 11:00 PM. The room wasn’t that clean. Hair in the bathroom and trash on the floor in the bathroom. The room was also very run down. Lots of wear and tear. The wallpaper in the bathroom was actually stapled together.

2.5

Oct 2024

Wonder and relaxing

1.5

Sep 2024

The bed was not comfortable and the toilet kept messing up. Housekeeping has to be requested a day prior.

2.0

Sep 2024

I have stayed at Hotel Paradox probably about 10 times over the past few years. The first time we stayed, we thought it was a very elegant hotel, each time since then the experience has been a little downgraded. They used to have robes for the guests to wear to the pool, they don’t anymore. Some of the lights in the room were not working right. The Pool area was rebuilt a few years ago, but they did a poor job with the lounge chairs. When the material was new, it looked fabulous now it looks stained and dirty. We still like the hotel And will probably stay there again, but it went from five stars to four stars for us.

2.0

Sep 2024

Pros: I like the cool vibe and decor of this hotel. It has a great pool and in ground spa. Quiet. Cons: needs upkeep and room quality doesn't feel congruent with the price you pay.

5.0

Sep 2024

Always a comfort stay

3.0

Sep 2024

In a rough neighbourhood and facility is old which needs some TLC.

2.0

Sep 2024

Felt like a motel that had been cheaply renovated. The rooms were small, the restaurant food was not great. The pool was small and overcrowded.

4.0

Sep 2024

Nice amenities available

4.0

Sep 2024

It's over price.

3.0

Sep 2024

Very noisy neighbors next room ruined my experience

2.5

Sep 2024

Great room with amenities. Very nice and helpful staff. Always a great experience.

1.5

Aug 2024

the hotel was pet friendly which is a plus since we were traveling with our dogs, but the service was minimal. The room wasn’t done cleaning by 4pm.

1.5

Aug 2024

Pictures of rooms can be a little misleading…no balconies

1.0

Aug 2024

The hotel is nice, but the sound of the lifts all night was bad. With two children it was a nightmare. The staff give us a refund as they knew it was a problem which they have every night!

2.0

Aug 2024

Enjoyed the stay, nice room and pool area for family. Only complaint was a bad odor that seemed to be wafting into the room from the bathroom.

3.0

Aug 2024

A good visit, we enjoyed the pool and the beds were comfortable however our bathroom was falling apart and needed some renovations. Felt expensive for the quality of the room. Location was decent but not walkable to boardwalk with small kids. Restaurant staff very nice and we enjoyed the food by the pool.

3.0

Aug 2024

We were here at what is probably the busiest time of year, but the pool was packed, crowded, and noisy from 8am to 10pm. I could still hear kids running around noisily past 10:30pm. Rooms were not sound-proof. We were only here for one night while doing college tours, so it did not feel worth the price. I paid extra to get a hotel with a pool but it was so packed when we arrived that we never used it.

4.0

Aug 2024

I hadn't been back to this hotel since the pandemic, but it was still a fun and cool place. I could see more wear and tear in the rooms, more than 5 years ago when I was last there, but the staff was young and helpful and the overall vibe was great

5.0

Aug 2024

Family friendly. Staff was great.

3.0

Aug 2024

Lobby was inviting. Rooms a little small.

5.0

Aug 2024

My family enjoyed lounging by the pool!

4.0

Aug 2024

We love how pet friendly this property is! Our pooch joined us in our room, but also at the pool and restaurant. We also loved our meals at the hotel restaurant, both the indoor/poolside ambiance and delicious food and drinks!!

4.0

Aug 2024

Nice place.

4.0

Jul 2024

The pictures of the rooms were somewhat deceptive, but the pool and amenities were fun. Beds were comfortable and the bathroom and shower were great. Downside was the restaurant, the food was only ok -- the staff just ignored us when we tried to order. Great location in downtown Santa Cruz.

5.0

Jul 2024

I must say that my experience was amazing because of the high level of attention from every single staff member . The focus on customer service from the moment we arrived through the entire stay was top notch . Every single employee was pleasant and accommodating. And the food was off the hook ! I will stay there again . No doubt ! Best experience I have had since pre pandemic ! Thank you all !

5.0

Jul 2024

I was pleasantly surprised when I arrived to the hotel and first walked into the lobby. The lobby and restaurant area was very nicely done and inviting. The staff member that checked us in was very friendly and helpful. We ended up having a slight issue with our reservation but the staff member more than took care of us and made it right. The room was good although there were some damaged areas that hadn’t been repaired. Someone prior to us pulled the toilet paper holder out of the wall and there was a large gap between the tile and where the water filler for the bathtub was. This did not effect our stay but was noticeable. We had breakfast at the restaurant the next morning and it was delicious. The options were excellent and the taste was to die for. Overall we had a great stay and would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone else loooijg.

2.5

Jul 2024

Nice staff, and Nice hotel. If we should say anything bad it would be that there is a lot of kids in the pool but that only makes it good for familys

5.0

Jul 2024

Great place, nice vibe. Everything clean. Bartender was excellent. Will stay again.

1.0

Jul 2024

Potentially nice. However, too many inconveniences. The hot tube was out of order, the kitchen was only serving 5 items (limited menu), Elovators were either put-of-order or extremely slow.

5.0

Jul 2024

Staff are friendly, helpful and genuine. Hotel is very nice and well decorated. It seems safe. Restaurant is good, lots of amenities.

1.5

Jul 2024

This was my third stay at the Hotel Paradox but it will be my last. Our room smelled like bad body odor, but we were not able to change rooms. The pool was very nice, but the restaurant service was very poor. There was supposed to be a server taking orders at the pool, but they were so short staffed. I was told several times that people just don’t often show up for work. I had to go to the bar to order the food myself and then the orders would never be placed. It happened three times in three days. When the food did come, some items came an hour after other food items. I normally would’t say anything, but for $425 a night, a hotel should have impeccable service.

3.0

Jul 2024

Nice pool but hot tub water was yellow and was crowded with adults. Food was delicious. Room walls not painted completely with ceiling peeling and bathroom was dirty. Towels were not cleaned and full of hair. Hallway floor to room broke and only had tape over it no hazard sign. Hurt my foot tripping over it couple of Times. The bed was super comfortable though and got some great sleep because of it.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Santa Cruz?

The average price for a rental in Santa Cruz is $312 per night. This rental is $147 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection. Enjoy the water!

Is Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, balcony or patio, and hot tub or spa.

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel in Santa Cruz, CA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Santa Cruz, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

1 King Bed

2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Pool View

2 Queen Beds, Pool View

1 King Bed

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel in Santa Cruz, CA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Santa Cruz, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

1 King Bed

2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Pool View

2 Queen Beds, Pool View

1 King Bed

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Santa Cruz?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection?

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