Hotel Solares

2 stars
6.8
Okay
based on 3161 reviews
3,161 reviews
600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
+1 831 458 9660
Thu 13/8
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Fri 14/8
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Hotel Solares allows guests to make their California trip special. The hotel offers an ideal location that's within walking distance of multiple hot spots and attractive destinations. Guests can walk to the famous beach boardwalk to enjoy sights and sounds of the ocean and the multiple shopping spots. Meanwhile, downtown Santa Cruz offers guests some delicious dining destinations and more. All of this is within walking distance from this accommodating hotel. In addition, the hotel is ideal for business travelers due to the number of businesses and offices in the surrounding area.

Guests staying at the hotel will enjoy waking up to a delicious, free continental breakfast serving hot food, cereal, coffee, and more. Also, guests are sure to enjoy one of the hotel's 79 well-appointed rooms. Each room in the hotel is 100% smoke-free to make every guest feel even more comfortable. Guests are also sure to enjoy free access to wireless Internet so they can surf the web and stream their favorite shows and movies from the comfort of their own room. Business travelers will also appreciate the free WiFi for any business dealings they need to conduct when back at the hotel.

After a long day of sightseeing or business meetings, guests will be sure to appreciate a relaxing, soothing dip in the hotel's heated pool. And if that dip isn't relaxing enough, the warm, relaxing hot tub surely will do the trick. Pet-friendly accommodations and 24-hour front desk service are also offered to allow guests to enjoy as accommodating a stay as possible.

6.8
Okay
3161 reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Solares

Thu 13/8
-
Fri 14/8
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 106
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 king bed
C$ 163
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
C$ 171
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 107
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
C$ 123
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 144
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 queen beds
C$ 131
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
C$ 139
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
C$ 169
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 queen beds
C$ 146
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 queen beds
C$ 190
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
C$ 312
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 queen beds
C$ 148
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
C$ 247
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
C$ 370
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 queen beds
C$ 153
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 229
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 327
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 154
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 162
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
C$ 256
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 346
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
C$ 189
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
C$ 200
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 215
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 2 king beds
C$ 1,458
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Hotel Solares

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Accessible parking
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Mini-market on site
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony
  • Picnic area

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Whale watching
  • Gift shop
  • Beach access

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Reviews of Hotel Solares

6.8
Okay
3161 verified ratings
Wonderful
791
Very good
448
Good
510
Okay
291
Fair
352
Mediocre
219
Poor
550

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests praised the hotel's location, especially its proximity to attractions and the beach, as well as the pool area, which was frequently mentioned as a highlight. However, many reviews expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness of rooms, service from staff, and bed comfort. Some guests reported maintenance issues and poor customer service, while others found the property to be rundown. Despite these negatives, the pool and location stood out as consistent positives.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Pool9 out of 10
Service1.5 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
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3.4
Poor
Gerald, Apr 2019
Cons (-) The only plus is the hotel is a 10 min walk from the Boardwalk. However it is clearly a 2 star hotel... Even that is over doinging it
2.5
Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2018
Pros (+) Location, the hotel was within walking distance to the beach.
Cons (-) Overpriced for the quality of the hotel. While reserving this hotel parking was supposedly included, I had to pay a parking fee upon arrival. When I arrived there was sand on the chairs and on my bed. The bathroom smelled and did not look clean. There was only one towel available, I had to ask for more. I ended getting a few hand towels, instead of bath towels.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) The facility is well cared for - newly painted, clean with attention to small details like the lighting in the courtyard. Breakfast was nice. Staff very friendly and helpful. Bed was comfortable.
Cons (-) Our room was a little odd - a huge closet that was an obvious retrofit because the door was held closed by a lock on the outside to keep it from hitting the front door (someone could be locked inside the closet...) Poor lighting - no light switch near the door - at night, you had to enter a dark room to turn on the lights, Minimal lighting - bedside lights and one recessed light made for a very da...
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Location

600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.5 km
  • Cocoanut Grove0.7 km
  • Undertow Roller Coaster0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.7 km
  • Museum of Art and History0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach0.8 km
  • Hinds House1 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History1.1 km
  • Mission Santa Cruz1.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor1.9 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hotel Solares

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

August
November
C$ 161
Cheapest month to stay with an average 4% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 4% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Hotel Solares?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to stay at Hotel Solares is January, with an average nightly rate of C$ 123. The most expensive month is June at C$ 324 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Hotel Solares?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest day to book Hotel Solares is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 155. The most expensive day is Saturday at C$ 475 per night.

How far in advance should you book Hotel Solares?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

To get the best price at Hotel Solares, book around 11 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 31% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Solares

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Solares, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and November.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Solares was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 155, while the most expensive was C$ 155.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Solares? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Solares

  • Where is Hotel Solares located?

    Hotel Solares is located at 600 Riverside Avenue, 1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. Kuumbwa Jazz Center is the closest landmark to Hotel Solares.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Solares?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Hotel Solares.

  • Does Hotel Solares offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Solares offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Hotel Solares offer free parking?

    Yes, Hotel Solares offers free parking.

  • How far is Hotel Solares from the airport?

    Hotel Solares is 44.3 km from San Jose. Hotel Solares is 45.4 km from Monterey Regional.

  • Does Hotel Solares have a pool?

    Yes, Hotel Solares has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Solares hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Solares in Santa Cruz and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hotel Solares and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hotel Solares.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.3
1.0 km
San Jose
44.3 km

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