La Bahia Hotel & Spa

Hotels
215 Beach Street , Santa Cruz , us

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Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Beautiful, brand new property and decor
Knowledgeable and friendly staff
Prime/on-the-beach location
Spa and Le Labo amenities
Nice lobby bar and restaurant
Cons:
Value concerns: expensive at full price and excessive parking/pet fees
Hot tub overcrowded
Sauna under construction
Extra charges for bikes
Occasional tiny/noisy room and at least one unresponsive front desk report
Limited alcohol selection

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Multiple reviewers praised how clean the rooms and bathrooms were, with specific mentions of spotless bathrooms, non-carpeted floors, and overall very clean and comfortable rooms.
Service
1
Service was generally praised—staff described as very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating—but one review noted an unresponsive front desk that required guests to come down to speak with someone.
Location
1
Location is frequently called out as a strong positive: on the beach/prime location and convenient across from the water.
Room Quality
1
Rooms were often described as comfortable, nicely decorated and spacious with comfortable beds; one review noted a tiny, noisy room as a negative outlier.
Amenities
1
Amenities receive mixed notes: spa and Le Labo amenities praised, lobby bar liked, but hot tub overcrowded, sauna under construction and extra charges for additional bikes were noted.
Value for Money
1
Multiple comments cite high cost and excessive up-charges (parking, city pet fees, limited pet access) and a sense that at full price the hotel is expensive for the area.
Food and Beverage
1
Bar and restaurant generally described positively (April in lobby bar praised, Tbar & restaurant noted), though alcohol selection was described as limited.
Overall Experience
1
Overall stays skew positive with many glowing comments about the property and staff and several guests planning to return, though a small number of guests had seriously negative experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-25 00:53

Property Description

Discover the ultimate beachfront escape at La Bahia Hotel & Spa, where luxury meets tranquility in the heart of Santa Cruz.

Unparalleled Amenities
Indulge in our stunning outdoor swimming pool and unwind in our rejuvenating hot tub, perfectly designed for relaxation and comfort. Our fitness center ensures you stay active while enjoying your getaway.

Exquisite Dining Experience
Savor delectable cuisine at our on-site restaurant, offering a delightful menu that caters to every palate. Room service is also available for those who prefer to dine in the comfort of their luxurious accommodations.

Prime Location
With Santa Cruz Beach, the lively Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and the historic Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse just moments away, adventure and beauty await outside your door. With free WiFi and 24-hour concierge service, every aspect of your stay is handled with care.

Don't miss the opportunity to book your stay at La Bahia Hotel & Spa today!

Important information:

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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
J
Justine • family_with_children • us
10
Perfect stay in every way!
Pros:

Everything was spectacular. The staff were amazing from the valet, to receptionists, housekeeping and in room dining.
The smell of the hotel was amazing! I want my house to smell like that. The bed and pillows soooo comfortable.
I could go on and on. Everything was perfect.

Cons:

Location, location, location. Roof top deck, fire pits and view.
Did I mention how amazing the hotel smells?!

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Greg • family_with_children • us
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Chava • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

This is a great luxury hotel and resort, the rooms are impeccably decorated, service was great and on site dining was very high quality. Overall this is a great find.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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PREVOTEAUX • couple • fr
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Tony • couple • us
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Bryan Tim • couple • us
9
Enjoyed our Stay!
Pros:

Facilities and Location

Cons:

NA

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Stacy • extended_group • us
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Paula • solo_traveller • us
10
Amazing!
Pros:

It is beautiful!

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Mariano • couple • us
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Gail • couple • us
10
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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BRANDI • couple • us
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Tim • couple • us
9
Beautiful location and beautiful room and amazing staff
Pros:

I loved everything about the stay except one point. When I booked the room I wanted to make sure we had a full ocean view. The person said yes a full view of the ocean. Then we had only a partial view if you look over the balcony and lean over to the right is the view we had. I called the desk to voice my thoughts and was told that is how the views are. I was disappointed as we looked forward to a trip with a beautiful view and was not given what we paid for. We spent a lot of money expecting we would have the view we wanted but didn’t get. Everything else was beautiful !

Cons:

That we didn’t get the ocean view we thought we were paying for and didn’t get

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • us
10
Great place. Will be definitely going there again soon. In 2 weeks.
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Shelly • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

It was beautiful. There was great design at every turn. The pool and service were wonderful.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Delie • extended_group • us
8
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Abhijit • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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sabrina • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

The room and hotel was exceptionally clean and well designed. Good size and nice shower. The bed was very comfortable. Love the complimentary drinks/snacks. The reception staff were friendly and helpful. The cocktails at the bar were amazing.

Cons:

The pool area was closed pretty early at 8 pm and it would be nice if it was open until 10.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • us
10
Absolute luxury for an overnight getaway!!!
Pros:

Absolutely luxurious, and excellent staff!! Low tide restaurant was absolutely delicious. Loved the atmosphere and will definitely return.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Jack • couple • us
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee