La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Pets allowed. $175 pet fee per stay.
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Compare pet fees at Santa Cruz hotels
The 15 best-rated hotels above that list a pet fee or weight limit. Figures are what each hotel lists. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.
| Hotel | Class | From central Santa Cruz | Pet fee | Weight limit | Guest rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Bahia Hotel and Spa | 4-star | 0.8 mi | $175 per stay | – | (534) |
| The Inn at Saratoga, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | 3-star | 20 mi | – | 60 lb | (945) |
| Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA | 2-star | 1.4 mi | – | 75 lb | (713) |
| Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection | 4-star | 0.5 mi | $75 per stay | – | (1,342) |
| Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages | 3-star | 2.3 mi | $50 per pet per night | – | (632) |
| Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel | 2-star | 17 mi | $25 per night | – | (861) |
| Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos | 2-star | 18 mi | $35 per night | – | |
| Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | 3-star | 6.5 mi | – | 50 lb | (1,184) |
| Ocean Pacific Lodge | 2-star | 0.6 mi | $30 per pet per night | – | (1,713) |
| Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley | 3-star | 5.6 mi | – | 75 lb | |
| Best Western Rose Garden Inn | 2-star | 15 mi | $30 per night | – | |
| Los Gatos Lodge | 3-star | 18 mi | $35 per pet per night | – | |
| Seaway Inn | 2-star | 0.8 mi | $50 per pet per night | – | (434) |
| Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley | 2-star | 6.3 mi | $30 per night | – | |
| Best Western Plus All Suites Inn | 2-star | 0.6 mi | – | 80 lb |
Traveling to Santa Cruz With a Pet
These 27 hotels in and around Santa Cruz list a policy that allows pets. Each card shows the pet fee and weight limit the hotel lists, where it gives one, so you can compare before you book. The list starts with the best-rated hotels. You can search, compare, and book every hotel here on Engine, with pre-negotiated rates and no membership fee.
13 of the 27 hotels on this page list a set pet fee. 3 hotels charge once per stay, typically $75 (listed fees run $50 to $175). 10 hotels charge by the night, typically $32.50 a night. 7 hotels list a weight limit, most often 75 lb per pet. The rest allow pets but don't list a fee, so ask the hotel before you book. Pet policies are summarized with AI from each hotel's website and our supplier data, checked October 2026. They change and may contain mistakes, so confirm with the hotel before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
How many pet-friendly hotels are in Santa Cruz?
This page lists 27 hotels within 20 miles of Santa Cruz whose listed pet policy allows pets. Each card shows the hotel's pet fee and weight limit when the hotel gives one.
How much do Santa Cruz hotels charge for pets?
Among the hotels on this page that list a pet fee, the typical one-time fee is $75 per stay, and hotels that charge nightly typically ask $32.50 a night. Some hotels charge per pet, so check the fee on each card. Pet policies are summarized with AI from each hotel's website and our supplier data, checked October 2026. They change and may contain mistakes, so confirm with the hotel before you travel.
Do pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz have weight limits?
7 hotels on this page list one, most often 75 lb per pet. Hotels that don't list a limit may still have one, so ask before you book if you're traveling with a large dog.
Can I book a pet-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz for a work trip on Engine?
Yes. Every hotel on this page is bookable on Engine, with pre-negotiated rates, consolidated invoicing, and no membership fee. Let the hotel know you're bringing a pet before you arrive.
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