The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Hotels
8.3 (878 reviews)
11570 Highway 9 , Brookdale , us
+1 831-609-6010

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Historical charm
Great location
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Management service complaints
Ongoing renovations

Categories

Cleanliness
6.2
Several reviews mentioned dirty towels and a broken bathroom door, indicating poor cleanliness.
Service
8
Mixed experiences; while some staff were friendly, management's response was criticized.
Location
9.2
Located in a beautiful area with historical significance, praised in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms are spacious and updated, but some noted issues with odors and bathroom conditions.
Amenities
8.7
Good amenities noted such as the restaurant and cafe, but construction could affect experience.
Value for Money
8.7
Generally seen as good value considering the unique offerings of the property.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Good food options highlighted in reviews, especially at the on-site restaurant.
Overall Experience
8.7
Despite some negative points, the overall experience was enjoyable for many guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 23:14

Property Description

Charming 3-Star Accommodation in Brookdale

Historic Charm: Nestled in the picturesque Brookdale, The Historic Brookdale Lodge offers a unique stay with private balconies and a cozy bar for unwinding after a day of exploration.

Modern Comforts: The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. Guests can enjoy entertainment with karaoke or seek assistance from the 24-hour front desk for a seamless stay.

Convenient Amenities: Each room features a desk and a fridge, ensuring convenience for guests throughout their visit.

Experience the allure of The Historic Brookdale Lodge in the serene Santa Cruz Mountains. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 878 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.2
Service: 8
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Diane • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Comfortable

Cons:

Fairly noisy

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Shari • couple • us
7
But stay at the hotel again, but definitely would not eat at that diner!!
Pros:

The hotel was great!

Cons:

The diner sucked. I had the most picturesque fried chicken and when I bid into it, it was like tasting cardboard.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • us
8
Good for one night
Pros:

Location was great for us

Cons:

The room could definitely use some updating. The pool was not accessible when we were there.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Sandrine • couple • us
8
Pros:

Great atmosphere in the middle of the woods and with a diner and a bar right next to it
Rooms are cleaned and big

Cons:

Walls are very thin, which makes it very noisy! We could hear everything the couple upstairs was doing the whole night

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great place and beautiful location.
Pros:

Very spacious rooms with excellent facilities.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • us
6
we'll be back
Pros:

location and staff is nice.

Cons:

1st floor rooms can hear every step from those staying above on the 2nd floor. Old building so this is expecting to some extent.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Villa • family_with_children • us
8
Great location and beautiful scenery
Pros:

Beautiful surroundings. Comfortable beds. Nice balcony.

Cons:

Balcony door was dirty in the bottom inside.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Daneen • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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FREDERICK • family_with_children • be
8
Good value
Pros:

Good location in the woods, quite rooms, good value

Cons:

person at reception did not care at all

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Fred • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

It's got a great history, and opened finally

Cons:

No lodge feel to it anymore..
It feels like a cheap motel..
Creek doesn't run through it anymore, and most everything was closed except the diner...
It still needs millions of dollars to make it back to it's original grandeur like when i was a kid..

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Javier barrillas • solo_traveller • gt
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Reinhard • couple • us
9
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Justin • family_with_children • us
6
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Gio • family_with_children • us
1
Frustrating with very little sleep
Cons:

Noise from upstairs until 4 am. Staff did not take action. Requesting a full refund.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • us
8
Nice location in the redwoods
Pros:

great location, comfortable bed, dogs allowed

Cons:

have to ask for room service, not daily

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • gb
9
Super overnight stop in the Santa Cruz mountains
Pros:

Great hotel with a friendly welcome, large and clean room with a super comfy bed. The adjoining Diner and bar were an added bonus for a great dinner after a long day.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • us
6
Had to change rooms because of loud guest, was put up two flight of stairs with no offer of assist
Pros:

NA

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Coleen • couple • us
9
Truly a hidden gem in the Santa Cruz mountains.
Pros:

Location, facilities, room with balcony and gorgeous views Free parking, conveniently located close to everything that we needed. The first room assigned to us had a leak and there were towels over the carpet, but the front desk agents took care of it right away and gave us a different room. The diner was awesome! It was like a step back in time with cool retro vibes. The owners were fantastic; delicious and inexpensive food options; the staff was amazing! Very homey and family oriented. We will definitely stay here again!

Cons:

The walls are thin. I could hear snoring from the room next to us as well as heavy footsteps above us. But I could name other hotels that are heavily branded and charge much more with the same issues. Next visit, we could just request for a room on the second floor. LOL.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Zagal • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
8
The staff is exceptionally helpful, the beds and room are comfortable and clean, and the inn has a homey feel to it that
Pros:

It feels comfortable and beautifully set in the mountains. It is very clean and the beds are comfortable. Again this stay, the desk staff was exceptionally polite and helpful. There is something homey about this place.

Cons:

There are a lot of cars going by since it is on the main road.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee