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About the Hotel

21345 East Cliff Drive, Capitola, California, United States, CA 95062
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Steps from Schwan Lagoon
Perfect
9.1
/10

Guests of the 3-star Swell House Santa Cruz Hotel Capitola can enjoy easy access to Schwan Lagoon Waterway, which is situated approximately a 5-minute stroll away. Guests can benefit from a golf club offered at this Capitola hotel.

Location

The East Cliff Village Shopping Center is only 500 metres away, and culture-oriented attractions such as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center lie 2.9 km from the hotel. Standing merely 10 minutes' stroll from the Sunny Cove, the Swell House Santa Cruz Capitola is nearly a 15-minute ride from the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.

The nearby entertainment attractions of Capitola include the arts theater "Rio Theatre", which is 2.4 km away.

There is East Cliff Drive & 15th Avenue bus stop just a 5-minute walk away.

Rooms

Swell House Santa Cruz Hotel features 10 rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as tea/coffee making equipment. Ironing facilities are featured for guests' comfort.

Eat & Drink

The nearby dining opportunities include Lago di Como, which is within reach of the accommodation.

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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Facilities

Swell House Santa Cruz Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.5/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
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Swell House Santa Cruz Hotel 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
Getting around
City Centre
Capitola6 min  ·  2.3 mi
Airports
Mineta San Jose International (SJC)88 min  ·  36.1 mi
Monterey Peninsula (MRY)97 min  ·  40.1 mi
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-22:00
Check-out
from 05:00-11:00
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
10

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 17 verified reviews
9.6/10
Perfect
100%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.3/10
Comfort
9.5/10
Facilities
9.5/10
Location
9.5/10
Staff
9.8/10
Value for money
8.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 37 reviews
9.1/10
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