HI - Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz, CAPrint
Cozy, convenient, cottage setting perched atop historic Beach Hill neighborhood. Hostel is 2 blocks from beaches, wharf and Boardwalk Amusement Park; 5 blocks to Downtown Santa Cruz. All public transportation within walking distance.
Enjoy hiking in redwoods, prime surfing, UCSC campus, and the eclectic downtown scene all within easy reach of hostel. Relax in our informal gardens and common room; internet and laundry available on site; large kitchen and dining hall great for the individual or group.
Dorms start at $25 and sleep up to 6. Private rooms available. Shared baths. No alcohol/drugs allowed. Check in between 5pm and 10pm only. Quiet hours and curfew begin at 11pm. Hostel has daytime lock out from 11am-5pm. For more info go to santacruzhostel.org
Please pardon our Dust. We ....
Cozy, convenient, cottage setting perched atop historic Beach Hill neighborhood. Hostel is 2 blocks from beaches, wharf and Boardwalk Amusement Park; 5 blocks to Downtown Santa Cruz. All public transportation within walking distance.
Enjoy hiking in redwoods, prime surfing, UCSC campus, and the eclectic downtown scene all within easy reach of hostel. Relax in our informal gardens and common room; internet and laundry available on site; large kitchen and dining hall great for the individual or group.
Dorms start at $25 and sleep up to 6. Private rooms available. Shared baths. No alcohol/drugs allowed. Check in between 5pm and 10pm only. Quiet hours and curfew begin at 11pm. Hostel has daytime lock out from 11am-5pm. For more info go to santacruzhostel.org
Please pardon our Dust. We are engaged in a historical renovation of a future staff building onsite. Work begins Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
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Attractions
- Beach nearby
- Botanical centre nearby
- City centre location
- Cultural centre nearby
- Historical sites nearby
- Main attractions nearby
- Museums/art galleries nearby
- Nightlife nearby
- Restaurants nearby
- Shopping centre/market nearby
Facilities
- Cultural centre nearby
- Basic store available at or near the hostel
- BBQ at or near the hostel
- Credit card accepted
- Cycle rental available at or near the hostel
- Discounts and concessions available
- Family rooms available
- Garden
- Groups welcome
- Individual traveller welcome
- Internet access
- Laundry facilities
- Rates include local tax
- Lockers available
- Luggage Store
- Self-catering kitchen
- Sheets in price
- Suitable for wheelchair users
Metro
Metro Station 10 mintue walk to Hostel. Or, take #7 bus to Second and Main. Half Block up Main on Left (runs 8am-5pm only on weekdays)
Train
Amtrak: Arrives at Bus Station. 10 minute walk to hostel.
Parking
Parking on Front Street Hill Only (5 minute walk to hostel) with permit bought at hostel for $2/day. Parking is not guaranteed. NO Parking on Main Street May 15-Sept. 30.
Location
Beach Hill between 2nd & 3rd Streets. 75 miles south of San Francisco, 33 miles west of San Jose, 43 miles north of Monterey. From all highways take Ocean Street until it ends, turn right on San Lorenzo Blvd. Turn left on Riverside, turn right on 3rd St, turn left on Main. The hostel is 1/2 block on the right. Restricted parking by permit only, directions and parking permits available at hostel for a small fee.
Bus
From Bus Station (Metro, Greyhound, and Amtrak), walk towards Beach on Pacific Ave. At Pacific/Front St. intersection, cross to walk uphill. Turn Left at top, walk 1 block, turn Right on Main Street. 1/2 block down on Right.(approx. 10 min. walk)
Airport
San Jose Airport: 34 miles-requires multiple transfers for public transport San Francisco Airport: 61 miles From all Highways take Ocean Street until end. Turn right on San Lorenzo, Left on Riverside, Right on 3rd Street. At top of hill, turn Left on Main Street. 1/2 block down on Right.
Santa Cruz
Food and Drink
The Bagelry
320A Cedar St.,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
Free large coffee with any bagel sandwich purchases; must present Member Discount listings from hostel w/ HI membership card.
Tel: 831-429-8049
Firefly Coffee House
131 Front St.,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
www.myspace.com/fireflycoffeehouse -
Buy any food item and get a free drip coffee.
Available to: HI-Members with cards and HI-SC receipts, (discount available for data range printed on receipt only.)
Tel: 831-429-9473
Poet and Patriot Irish Pub
320 Cedar St. Suite E,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
50 Cents off house wines and pints. Happy hour prices anytime. Must show card and receipts. Available to: HI-Members with cards and HI-SC receipts, (discount available for data range printed on receipt only.)
Tel: 831-426-8620
Woodstock’s Pizza
710 Front Street,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
www.woodstockscruz.com -
15% Discount to HI guests w/ receipts.
Available to: HI-SC guests w/ receipts, (discount available for data range printed on receipt only.)
Tel: 831-427-4444
Yan Flower
819 Pacific Ave. -
10% off all to go orders.
Available to: HI-Members with cards and HI-SC receipts, (discount available for data range printed on receipt only.)
Tel: 831-423-7574
Zachary’s
819 Pacific Ave.,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
Zachs@cruzio.com -
15% off 7-9am only.
Available to: HI-SC guests with receipts, (discount available for data range printed on receipt only.)
Tel: 831-427-0646
Goods and Services
Bike Shop Tool Co-Op
Shop Repair Time and Assistance by Donation; Negotiable used parts and Bicycles; Mon-Sat 3-7pm.
703B Pacific Avenue,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
www.santacruzhub.org.
Available to: HI-Members with cards
Tel: 831-425-BIKE
Shoreline Surf Shop
125 Beach St.,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
www.shorelinesurf.com -
10% off everything (not including rentals or surf lessons).
Available to: HI-Members with cards.
Tel: 831-458-1380
Spokesman Bicycles
231 Cathcart St.,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
www.spokesmanbicycles.com -
French roast is hot and free! 10% off parts and accessories for card members with receipts.
Available to: HI-Members with cards and HI-SC receipts, (discount available for data range printed on receipt only.)
Tel: 831-429-6062
Tea House Spa
112 Elm St.,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
www.teahousespa.com -
2 for 1 hot tub/sauna use valid Mon-Thurs, 11am-6pm, only (excluding holidays).
Available to: HI-Members with cards and HI-SC receipts, (discount available for data range printed on receipt only.)
Tel: 831-426-9700
Well Within Spa
471 Cedar St.,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
www.wellwithinspa.com -
Tub Use starts at only $13!! 10% off spa use or 2 for 1 tub use. Mon-Thurs, 10am – 3pm, only. (excluding holidays)
Available to: HI-Members with cards and HI-SC receipts, (discount available for data range printed on receipt only.)
Tel: 831-458-9355
Travel and Tours
Electric Sierra Cycles
302 Pacific Ave.,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 -
www.electircrecbikes.com -
10% off any rental rate, available to: HI-Members with HI-SC receipts, (discount available for data range printed on receipt only.)
Tel: 831-425-1593
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