8.8 Fabulous Based on 62 reviews
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"Kitchenettes include appliances and utensils for in-room dining, while bedrooms sit apart from living areas. Short paths lead to the local beach and taquerias. Made for beachgoers, and not for anyone requiring separate bathroom fan controls."

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Check-in
25 Oct 2026
Check-out
26 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Swell House Santa Cruz

  • In-Room Kitchen
    Stovetop, toaster & dishwasher
  • Beach Proximity
    6-min walk to Sunny Cove
  • Free Parking
    On-site private parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
    High-speed in public areas
  • Boardwalk Nearby
    3 miles to Santa Cruz Boardwalk
  • Pet-Friendly
    Coastal pet policy

Overview

Located within 5 minutes' walk of Schwan Lagoon Waterway, the comfortable Swell House Santa Cruz Hotel Capitola gives quick access to various city sites. This Capitola hotel also offers guests Wi-Fi in public areas.

The 3-star hotel is situated 2.1 miles from the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" and 1.8 miles from Cowell Beach. The Swell House Santa Cruz is in the immediate vicinity of Sunny Cove Sandy Swimming Beach and is within a 35-minute drive of Mountain View. There is Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park approximately a 25-minute walk from this property. East Cliff Drive & 15th Avenue bus stop is also merely 300 feet away.

The rooms come with coffee/tea making machines, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' convenience. An ironing set are featured for guests' comfort. The private bathrooms feature a hair dryer and bath sheets.

Lago di Como offers a selection of dishes not far from the Swell House Santa Cruz Capitola.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 22:00
  • Check-out
    from 05:00 until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
Swell House Santa Cruz
Our tips

Should you book Swell House Santa Cruz?

Perfect if you
  • Want free private parking directly at the hotel in Santa Cruz.
  • Need a full kitchenette with stovetop, toaster, and coffee machine in your room.
Maybe skip if you
  • Are traveling with a pet - the hotel does not allow pets on the property.
Best for
  • A top-rated location just a 6-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach

Facilities of Swell House Santa Cruz

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Free parking
  • No pets allowed
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Room Amenities
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Sink
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor

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25 Oct 2026
Check-out
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Guests
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Adults:

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Children:

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