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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

3 1/2 star hotel
Kids stay free
8.2/10 Very Good
(1069 verified Hotels.com guest reviews)
See verified family reviews (29)

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Overview

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley offers spacious King Jr Suites, perfect for families with teenagers. While some guests have noted inconsistencies in room maintenance and cleanliness, many appreciate the convenient location, comfortable rooms, and the presence of a pool and hot tub. Families may want to check on the pool's availability before their stay, as it has been reported to be closed at times. The hotel also has an on-site restaurant for convenient breakfasts.

Guest highlights

King Jr Suites are spacious and well-suited for families with teenagers.
Convenient location.
Pool and hot tub are great amenities for families.
On-site restaurant is convenient for family breakfasts.

About the hotel

This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.

Nearby attractions

Located in Scotts Valley, Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is in the suburbs and near the boardwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Natural Bridges State Park, while Roaring Camp Railroads and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Microwave
Outdoor pool
Refrigerator
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi
Available in some public areas: free wifi
In-room wifi speed: 25+ mbps

Food and drink

1 bar
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 am–10:00 am: usd 16.95-25.00 for adults and usd 14.95-20.00 for children

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
Braille signage
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility (select rooms)
Phone accessibility kit
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Things to do

24-hour fitness center
Outdoor pool
Spa tub

Outdoor

Free pool cabanas
Garden
Pool sun loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Conveniences

Atm/banking services
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Elevator
Front-desk safe

More

Renovated entire property - january 2016
Smoke-free property
Tv in lobby

Nearest Airports

Airplane
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
37 km from this hotel
Monterey Regional Airport
52 km from this hotel
San Francisco International Airport
72 km from this hotel
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Reviews that mention...

Family Reviews

for Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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4 out of 5 stars

29 reviews

Review data

5 star reviews

48%

4 star reviews

31%

3 star reviews

7%

2 star reviews

10%

1 star reviews

3%

We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what families have said about Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Showing 1 - 10 of 29 reviews

Latest reviews (29)

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Steven

27 Jul 2024 - 28 Jul 2024
reviewed on hcom

3 out of 5 stars

Everytime our family comes to Santa Cruz we stay here. Typically, everything is great. The service, the room, the environment, this time around it had to be the worst experience we've had. Our room had a blanket that had weird stains on it. Then when asked for a replacement it took 2.5-3 hours to receive a thin sheet, late at night.(midnight) We also only had 3 towels to where our stay informed 4 people were staying in room. In requesting for more towels, we had to go get it, at the front desk. This is not typical Hilton service so we were turned off by this experience.
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MATTHEW

5 Jul 2024 - 7 Jul 2024
reviewed on expedia

1 out of 5 stars

We were placed in a room that smelled horribly the minute you walked in. It smelled like mildewy and mold. When we requested to change our room as we did not feel safe inhaling that, they stated there were no other rooms available. It was 10pm and we had no option but to stay that night. The next day I talked with the supervisor and he stated we would get a full refund due to our experience. I hope no other family has this horrible experience.
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Jashlyn

10 Jun 2024 - 11 Jun 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Our tub needed to have its stopper repaired after our late check in and some pool time for our kids. The staff made a good effort to arrive in a timely matter (called it in @1030pm) There need to be more laundry machines for this huge hotel. Otherwise, Checkin and out were well managed and the pool was open. Thanks we will return.
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Coleen

20 Jun 2024 - 23 Jun 2024
reviewed on hcom

4 out of 5 stars

The King Jr Suite was fabulous for a family with 2 teens. Unfortunately, the toilet was not working properly when we arrived and only got worse. Maintenance didn’t respond to snaking it when we let them know (& while we were out), and then when we got back in the evening, maintenance was gone (of course!). They found someone to come out who said there was something still stuck that they would have to deal with the next day, but nobody fixed it or cleaned the toilet. It was probably a fluke, but it was a huge disappointment not to have a 2nd functioning toilet when we paid for the suite. They offered us a free soda or bag of chips on the way out…
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Loren

28 Dec 2023 - 31 Dec 2023
reviewed on expedia

3 out of 5 stars

I primarily stayed at Hilton properties for work and I go out of my way to stay at Hilton properties when I’m traveling with family. I didn’t really want to believe the reviews online but sadly they are true. First off this is a Hilton property so it’s nicer than most. When we first arrived, we were just a little after four after traveling all day in a room was still not ready. When we got into the room, the thermostat was broke and stuck on 75 we couldn’t get it taken care of until the next day, which isn’t entirely too hot for my two-year-old . And then each day I asked for towel and trash service, and it was not accommodated any of the days so by the time we left, we had to use recycle towels for three days, and our trash bins were overflowing with a toddler again most of these things I usually overlook if I’m staying at a budget motel but if we’re paying two to $300 a night this is not acceptable for a Hilton property .
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Susan

24 Dec 2023 - 26 Dec 2023
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

I love the easy location. It makes fun to spened time with family in my home town. Everything is so close and convenient to get to. We enjoyed our room and it was nice to have a restaurant to be able to have coffee and breakfast together.
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Lindsey

11 Nov 2023 - 12 Nov 2023
reviewed on hcom

4 out of 5 stars

My family had a great time, but I was disappointed in the poor attention to detail regarding the room. Things were not stocked properly and we didn't have any washcloths and only two towels, only decaf coffee, and the extra outlets on the desk don't work. Otherwise, the bed and pillows were comfortable. I just expected more from Hilton.
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Claudia

27 Oct 2023 - 29 Oct 2023
reviewed on hcom

4 out of 5 stars

We met for a family gathering. The hotel was a very nice destination for us and we are thinking we can stay there on our future trips. However, I was very disappointed in the cleanliness of our room. Mold in the shower door and inside the shower. Bathroom floor was dirty, I travel with wipes and I used up all my wipes cleaning the bathroom floor. The couch and chairs all have stains, the master bathroom toilet ran, the bedroom remote didn’t work, my husband mistakenly walked in his sock and the socks were disgusting and the much needed hot tub was tapped off so we could use it on Saturday.
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Abbey

29 Sept 2023 - 1 Oct 2023
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Quiet, clean, beautiful views. The room was large and comfortable. My kids and I felt welcomed and safe. The breakfast was convenient but a bit pricey. The pool and hot tub were great.
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Terry

1 Sept 2023 - 4 Sept 2023
reviewed on expedia

4 out of 5 stars

We usually stay here twice a year for the past 10 years. Our kids like the pool and the quietness. It’s close to SC but not in it. Overall this stay was nice. Just replace those chairs in the room. They look horrible. The room felt slightly less clean than before. Maybe do some regular pressure washing of the walkway by the the pool.
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