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Apartment
Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- Discover nearby landmarksWalk to Sunny Cove Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Internet
- Non-smoking
Explore the area
Santa Cruz, CA
- Twin Lakes State BeachPlace, Twin Lakes State Beach3 min walk
- Sunny Cove BeachPlace, Sunny Cove Beach6 min walk
- Santa Cruz HarborPlace, Santa Cruz Harbor13 min walk
- Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5
The Swell House is a newly renovated boutique hotel, with access to everything. Within about 200 yards you have Blacks Beach, Farmers Market, restaurants, shopping. Within walking distance you have the harbor, Twin Lakes Beach, Sunny Cove Beach and Starbucks. Everything you want for a Santa Cruz trip all at your fingertips
Just steps from the beach, this small boutique hotel is your escape. The suites have been fully remodeled and decorated for a tranquil yet vibrant beach setting.
Just steps from the beach, this small boutique hotel is your escape. The suites have been fully remodeled and decorated for a tranquil yet vibrant beach setting.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4538881vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Santa Cruz
Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting.
Santa Cruz, CA
What's nearby
- Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Sunny Cove Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Santa Maria's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Santa Cruz Harbor - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Seabright Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
- Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
- People's Coffee - 17 min walk
- Crow's Nest Restaurant - 15 min walk
- Starbucks - 5 min walk
- L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - 17 min walk
- Brady's Yacht Club - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5 located?
Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this apartment building is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Twin Lakes State Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach. Sunny Cove Beach and Santa Maria's Beach are also within 10 minutes.
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