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About the Hotel

611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

Rooms & Suites

Hotel Paradox offers 170 guest rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows, reclaimed wood paneling, and river rock shower floors with rain showerheads. Choose from Pool View rooms with two queen beds, King Paradox Rooms with Santa Cruz views, or six spacious suites featuring king beds and separate sitting areas with pullout sofas. All rooms include high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, laptop safes, and eco-friendly bath products.

Dining Options

Solaire Restaurant + Bar serves modern American cuisine with views of the pool and redwood trees. The restaurant uses local honey from rooftop apiaries and features a nature-inspired menu. Poolside dining is available weekends with full bar service. El Mercado in the lobby offers grab-and-go snacks, travel essentials, and Santa Cruz merchandise.

Recreation & Facilities

The outdoor heated pool and hot tub operate from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm with private cabanas and fire pits. The 24-hour fitness center includes cardio equipment and free weights. BCycle electric bike rentals are available onsite for exploring Santa Cruz. The hotel hosts beekeeping talks and honey tastings with Santa Cruz Bee Co.

Location & Access

Located in downtown Santa Cruz, the hotel is 0.6 miles from the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History, 1.5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and 5.2 miles from Capitola Village. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 55 km away. The property offers included parking and is near San Lorenzo Park.

Services & Amenities

Services include pet-friendly accommodations with waived pet fees, treats from LuckyDogs Bakery, and designated pet areas. The hotel features 8,000 square feet of event space including the Sequoia Ballroom for up to 490 guests. Enhanced cleaning procedures include increased frequency of daily cleanings. ADA-compliant rooms are available with visual alarms and roll-in showers.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Guest Room 2 Queen Beds Pool View

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Coffee machine

Heating

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Guest Room 1 King Bed Pool View

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

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Cozy Room One Queen Bed

Max:

2 persons

205 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Santa Cruz2700 ft

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 32.6 mi

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 41.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 28 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

Map view

611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

1.0 mi

Harbour

Santa Cruz Wharf

1.1 mi

Museum

Museum of Art and History

3200 ft

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

2700 ft

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

1.2 mi

Landmark

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

3400 ft

Landmark

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

1.1 mi

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

2600 ft

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

2900 ft

Store

Shopper's Corner

2300 ft

Church

Mission Santa Cruz

2700 ft

Spa Centre

Kiva Retreat House

2500 ft

Landmark

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

1.4 mi

Landmark

Sky Glider

1.1 mi

Park

Abbott Square

3200 ft

Store

Whole Foods Market

3300 ft

Landmark

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

4600 ft

Landmark

L. H. Selman Ltd. Glass Gallery

2100 ft

Park

DeLaveaga Park

1.3 mi

Landmark

Staff of Life

3900 ft

Church

Holy Cross Catholic Church

2900 ft

Landmark

Ocean View Park

4100 ft

Landmark

Mike Fox Skate Park

2900 ft

Store

Synergy Organic Clothing Outlet Store

3000 ft

Landmark

The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio

3100 ft

Landmark

Downtown Association

3300 ft

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

1.7 mi

Landmark

Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks

4200 ft

Landmark

PF Atelier

4200 ft

Nearby

303 Water St #100

Visit Santa Cruz County

1300 ft

Restaurants

Solaire Restaurant + Bar

100 ft

611 Ocean St

Hindquarter Bar & Grille

1400 ft

303 Soquel Ave

Golden Palace

1400 ft

415 Ocean St

Mobo Sushi

2800 ft

105 River Street South

The Water Street Grill

1500 ft

503 Water St

Laili Restaurant

3200 ft

101B Cooper St

Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz

2700 ft

710 Front St

Cafe Mare

3100 ft

740 Front St Ste 100

Sake japanese Steak House & Sushi

1800 ft

525 Water St

Pizzeria La Bufala

3200 ft

725 Front St Abbott Square Market

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Ron

United States, May 2024

7.6/10

The hotel had beautiful yet simple rooms with a cool and hip vibe in the Grove, though a bit small. The service was friendly, with some standout staff members and free berry slushes for the kids. Despite occasional noise and access issues, the location was interesting with an upgraded modern vibe. Dining was good but lacked variety. The facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were beautifully designed, with a 'barn door' type bathroom door and nice furnishings, though on the small side.

Service

9.0

The staff, especially the waitresses, were incredibly friendly and accommodating.

Location

7.0

The location, in the Grove, was cool and hip, but noisy at times with a lively atmosphere especially with children.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, with some imaginative twists on breakfast items, yet the choices were somewhat limited.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.

Stephen

United States, April 2024

8.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were modern and well-lit, with stunning glass walls and attractive curtains that let in beautiful light. The combination of minimalist design with natural wood elements gave the room a stylish and cozy feel. The service was top-notch, although there were some issues with overcharging and missed drink coupons. The location was awesome, with convenient access to free shuttles to the beach. The dining experience was a bit inadequate, but the facilities were excellent overall.

Rooms

9.0

I couldn't get enough of the stylishly updated rooms with barn wood headboards, sliding barn doors, and fresh linens.

Service

8.0

The service was exceptional overall, but there were some hiccups with overcharging and missed drink coupons.

Location

9.0

The location was absolutely fantastic, especially with the free beach shuttles. I'll definitely recommend it to my family and friends.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience left something to be desired, with limited breakfast options and rock hard biscuits.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great and added to the overall comfort of the stay.

Ronald

United States, March 2024

8.6/10

The hotel has a unique style with a cozy and clean reception desk, aiming for a hip atmosphere with a paradox theme. The location is very convenient with striking decor, close to the beach and downtown Santa Cruz, albeit encountering some aggressive individuals. Dining experiences are fabulous, and the hotel offers resort-style facilities with a variety of amenities.

Rooms

8.0

The cozy and clean rooms are nicely oriented around a pool, providing easy access to streets and highways.

Service

9.0

The service goes the extra mile to accommodate needs, offering a pleasant and helpful experience overall.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a striking location with unique decor, close to the beach and downtown Santa Cruz.

Dining

8.0

The fabulous dining experiences mostly took place in the hotel restaurant and by the pool area.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities including a large pool, hot tub, pool restaurant, and bar service.

Fabulous dining

Encounters with aggressive individuals

Michael

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.6/10

The hotel has stunning wood-floored rooms that are clean and decorated in a modern and relaxing style. While the proximity to the loud elevator shaft was a downside, overall, the rooms were nicely done.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and decorated in a modern way that was very relaxing, though the noise from the nearby elevator was disruptive.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding with staff going above and beyond to accommodate our requests. The kindness and friendliness towards families and kids during our stay were truly exceptional.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, within walking distance to downtown and a short Uber ride to the beaches. It's a perfect stopover spot with easy access to various tourist sites in Santa Cruz.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was mixed, with some delicious and imaginative twists on standard breakfast items but some dishes not meeting our expectations in quality.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of convenient facilities, including room service and housekeeping. The shops and commercial services on-site were an added benefit for guests.