Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily. The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 18 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change): Business center Meeting facilities Sauna The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 1 to March 31: Swimming pool The property will be renovating from January 2 2025 to July 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected: Meeting facilities Sauna During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance. Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls. With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes from Monterey Bay. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Mystery Spot. In Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz) English, Spanish Carte Blanche, Visa, Diners Club, Debit cards not accepted, Cash not accepted, Discover, American Express, JCB International, Mastercard