Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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Fairfield Inn
9 (557 reviews)
1255 41st Avenue , Capitola , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Heavy footed guests above

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
Some complaints about cleanliness in the bathroom and under the bed.
Service
9.3
The staff was friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.34
Great location, conveniently located near downtown and attractions.
Room Quality
8.79
Rooms were comfortable, but some mentioned issues with mattresses.
Amenities
9.32
Amenities such as the pool and breakfast received positive feedback.
Value for Money
8.78
Value for money was decent, especially with included breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.83
Breakfast was liked, but some small complaints about food options.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall satisfaction was high, with many guests expressing they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 08:32

Property Description

Luxurious Suites with Modern Amenities
Experience comfort and style at our Capitola hotel, just minutes away from Santa Cruz and the beach. Our spacious suites are equipped with top-notch features including flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and cozy seating areas.

Delicious Buffet Breakfast and Relaxing Facilities
Start your day right with our daily buffet breakfast offering a variety of hot and cold items, along with fresh coffee, tea, and juice. After a day of exploring, unwind in our outdoor pool, hot tub, or hit the gym - all complimentary for our guests.

Convenient Location and Complimentary Services
Conveniently located near top attractions like the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Long Maine Aquarium, our hotel offers free Wi-Fi, parking, and access to essential amenities. Book your stay with us for a memorable and hassle-free experience.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SJC

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 557 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.79
Amenities: 9.32
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 8.83
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Margarita • family_with_children • us
10
Enjoyed it. Thanks to the honest person who returned a necklace I forgot.
Pros:

I love the location , the property is gorgeous, the staff is very nice, love having breakfast at the balcony, my kids enjoyed the pool.

Cons:

The 2 times we have been there, we got textra blankets that have holes or were torn.
The sink faucet was old, hard and squicky,
Old coffee maker and noisy microwave.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Graham • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

The breakfast was wonderful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Lois • couple • us
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Michal • family_with_children • il
10
Pros:

Big room
Very clean
Nice breakfast

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Fabricio • couple • us
8
Very good but lack of details lead to disappointment.
Pros:

Room is very confortable and clean.

Cons:

Booking doesn't have pictures of the rooms. I read that the king room had a hot tub but after arriving I was informed that there are two types of king rooms and the one I selected didn't have the hot tub. It could be clearer on the website and with pictures of the room to avoid disappointment.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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LeAnn • couple • us
7
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Iris • family_with_children • us
9
We had a great stay. It was everything that we needed for a one night stay.
Pros:

Location, cleanliness, comfort, value!
Staff were very helpful in accommodating our early check in.

Cons:

Maybe just the guests above us. Very heavy footed.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Rafael • family_with_children • us
10
Wonderful stay. Loved the rooms, temperature set just right. Water available in the lobby, breakfast. All perfect. The r
Pros:

Extremely clean! Smells amazing!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Cristin • family_with_children • us
9
Weekend get away
Pros:

Clean & comfortable rooms.
A variety of breakfast options.
Clean well heated pool.
Clean gym with lots of workout equipment.

Cons:

The location is good if you are in town for business or visiting relatives or friends, but if you want a beach experience, you won't get that here. Even though it is listed .9 miles away it is not really walkable.
From the pictures it looks like the suites all have jet tubs, but that was not the case. So be careful which room you select if that is something you wanted to relax in.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Tim • couple • us
10
Pros:

Clean great location, friendly staff

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Jill • extended_group • us
8
2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • us
8
We did enjoy our stay,if we come again, will ask for a 3 rd floor room st bavk of propert, next time
Pros:

Great location. Very nice hotel, modern, clean all the necessities

Cons:

The room we were given near the front desk had alot of noise from machinery.
It was across from house keeping lots of banging and thumping for hours

2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
10
Comfortable stay right in town
Pros:

Great location, convenient parking, friendly staff

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • us
10
We stay at this property often it fits our needs and close to the restaurants and beaches that we like to go to when we
Pros:

It’s in a very convenient area close to beach walking distance as well as Capitola village

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-08 • via Nuitee
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Sherry • couple • us
9
Nice place
Pros:

Clean location

Cons:

Na

2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Goran • family_with_children • no
10
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

The staff was great, and we enjoyed hanging out in the lobby. Easy parking and the room was comfortable for our family.

Cons:

Occasionally, we heard people walking above us.

2025-12-30 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • us
10
2025-12-24 • via Nuitee
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Ajwilsi • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Food

Cons:

Weather

2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • couple • us
10
Pros:

Very clean hotel

2025-12-04 • via Nuitee