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21345 East Cliff Drive, Capitola, California, United States, CA 95062
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Steps from Schwan Lagoon
Perfect
9.5
/10

Located 3.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, the 3-star Swell House Santa Cruz Hotel Capitola is just 6 minutes' stroll from the East Cliff Village Shopping Center. Staying in one of 10 rooms, guests can enjoy a golf club provided at this Capitola hotel.

Location

The hotel lies in the Eastside Santa Cruz district, fairly close to the Sunny Cove. Santa Cruz is 44 km from Swell House Santa Cruz Hotel, while Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is 3.1 km away.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is also nearly a 10-minute ride away.

The accommodation is within easy reach of East Cliff Drive & 15th Avenue bus station.

Rooms

The rooms at this Capitola hotel are fitted with an iron with ironing board as well as tea/coffee making equipment. If you like cooking, there are a refrigerator, a cooktop, and kitchenware provided on site. Offering amenities such as a hair dryer and bath sheets, the bathrooms also feature a separate toilet and a shower.

Eat & Drink

The neighbourhood features restaurants, including East Cliff Brewing Company, which is only 500 metres from the Swell House Santa Cruz Capitola.

Must-do experiences

  • Catch sunrise at Capitola Beach for breathtaking views.
  • Savor a fish taco from Gayle's Bakery, a local favorite.
  • Wander through the Capitola Village with unique shops.
  • Visit the Capitola Historical Museum for local culture.
  • Explore the scenic trails at New Brighton State Beach.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Studio
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Two-Bedroom Suite
2 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
One-Bedroom Suite
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Queen Suite
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Room features

  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

21345 East Cliff Drive, Capitola, California, United States, CA 95062
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21345 East Cliff Drive, Capitola, California, United States, CA 95062
Nearby
Mall
East Cliff Village Shopping Center
1700 ft
Sunny Cove Dr
Sunny Cove
100 ft
Schwan Lagoon
700 ft
Restaurants
Taqueria Michoacan
1900 ft
21401 East Cliff Drive
Lago di Como Ristorante & Pizzeria
1700 ft
21490 E Cliff Dr
Lago di Como
1700 ft
21490 East Cliff Drive
Windmill
2300 ft
21231 East Cliff Drive
Windmill Cafe
2400 ft
21231 E Cliff Dr
East Cliff Brewing Company
1700 ft
21517 E Cliff Dr
Aloha Island Grille
2000 ft
1700 Portola Drive
L & L Hawaiian Barbecue
4300 ft
460 7th Ave
The Crow's Nest
3800 ft
2218 E Cliff Dr
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-22:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
10
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