Located close to Seacliff State Beach, The Best Western Seacliff Inn offers a fun and family-oriented atmosphere. Located on six acres, complete with scenic garden paths, the hotel provides areas to take an evening stroll, with a koi pond on-site. Each of the 149 guest rooms come equipped with DSL Internet, cable TV and a coffee maker; some rooms have ocean views. The hotel's full-service restaurant, Severino's Bar and Grill, offers a wide range of appetizers, beverages and entrees. As of August, 2010, a guest room with two queen beds averages approximately $119 per night.
Best Western Seacliff Inn
7500 Old Dominion Court
Aptos, CA 95003
831-688-7300
seacliffinn.com
Seascape Beach Resort offers suites and villas. While the property overlooks Monterey Bay, it's less than five miles to Seacliff State Beach. The resort provides gourmet room service, plush bathrobes and high-definition TVs in both the suites and villas. People traveling with children are welcome to take advantage of the resort's kids club, which provides activities for children of all ages. While rooms average $290 per night, as of August 2010, the resort runs specials where the first night is free or weekend nights are free throughout the year.
Seascape Beach Resort
One Seascape Drive
Aptos, CA 95003
800-929-7727
seascaperesort.com
Located in the suburb Aptos, the Rio Sands offers accommodations along Monterey Bay. With only eight miles to downtown Santa Cruz's Beach Boardwalk, and a 40-minute drive to Monterey and Carmel, the motel puts you in a good location if you plan on taking day trips to explore different areas. The Rio Sands Motel boasts 50 guest rooms and family suites. Bunk beds and kitchens are just a few of the in-room amenities. The motel also includes a large pool, spa, barbecue, garden areas and a continental breakfast. As of August, 2010 rates on guest rooms range from $49 to $119 per night.
Rio Sands Motel
116 Aptos Beach Dr
Aptos, CA 95003
831-688-3207
riosands.com