Hotel Solares

2 stars
6.8
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based on 3172 reviews
3,172 reviews
600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
+1 831 458 9660
Mon 17/8
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Tue 18/8
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Overview

Hotel Solares is situated in Santa Cruz and is close to nearby attractions, such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster. Surrounded by local bars and restaurants, it is within walking distance from Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station.

The hotel provides an all-hours reception, as well as free Wi-Fi and a Jacuzzi. For added convenience, it features an express check-in and check-out feature, an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. The hotel's multilingual staff will be glad to share local knowledge and help organise itineraries.

Hotel Solares has 79 rooms, all of which are fitted with cable/satellite channels, a refrigerator and a microwave. All have a bathroom that provides a shower and a hair dryer.

The position of Hotel Solares permits easy access to multiple tourist attractions by foot. San Jose International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.

6.8
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3172 reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Solares

Mon 17/8
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Tue 18/8
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
€65
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 king bed
€100
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
€106
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
€66
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
€76
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Superior room, 1 king bed
€89
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Standard Room, 2 queen beds
€81
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Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
€86
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
€105
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Double room, 2 queen beds
€90
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Standard Room, 2 queen beds
€117
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
€193
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Standard Room, 2 queen beds
€92
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Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
€152
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King room, bed type unknown
€228
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Standard Room, 2 queen beds
€94
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
€141
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Superior room, 1 king bed
€202
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
€95
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
€100
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Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
€158
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Queen room, bed type unknown
€213
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
€117
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
€123
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
€133
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Superior room, 2 king beds
€900
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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
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

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

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
  • 24-hour 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
  • Cleaning products
  • 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
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3172 verified ratings
Wonderful
796
Very good
449
Good
510
Okay
292
Fair
354
Mediocre
218
Poor
554

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.
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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 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Hotel Solares

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 €76. The most expensive month is June at €200 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 €112. The most expensive day is Saturday at €293 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

  • How long should you stay at Hotel Solares? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

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 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 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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