Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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Fairfield Inn
9 (622 reviews)
1255 41st Avenue , Capitola , US
+1 831-427-2900

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 622 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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Linda • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Beautiful, clean, great staff, very good breakfast.

Cons:

I liked it all

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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kim • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Great customer service 👏 Friendly and a great breakfast!

Cons:

Parents with kids should not be on a top floor. People below suffer

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Dario • couple • us
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Braganca • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Staff very professional and attentive. Giovanti went out of his way to make our experience a memorable one.

Room was spacious, clean, and comfortable.

Breakfast with fruits, coffee/tea, eggs, cereals, among other delicious items.

Location is perfect. Near the beach and close to downtown.

Big swimming pool perfect for laps

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The breakfast was very good, above average.

Cons:

I have no complaints, I will book off season.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Izzy • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Dr Bayram • couple • de
6
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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LISA • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Everything was great--comfort and convenience

Cons:

The loudness

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Eric • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

It was very conveniently located close to the beach and tons of shopping and restaurants.

Cons:

Not much everything was really nice.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Manzanares • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Toler • solo_traveller • us
8
Avoid the staff. They are not interested in you or your stay.
Pros:

Nice area yet close to shopping.

Cons:

Two members of staff were very short with me, as if I was annoying them. Not a good face for an industry that relies on happy return customers.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Jenna • family_with_children • gb
9
Friendly staff, very clean, large room, easy location with parking
Pros:

Room size for a family of five - perfect! Breakfast was good with nice choices. Kids loved the pool and hot tub

Cons:

Nothing, very happy with our night here

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Mulholland • couple • us
10
Nice place will stay there again
Pros:

The room, shower, people

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Joel • family_with_children • us
5
Cons:

Bedding was dirty.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Saldana • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Cleanliness and friendliness of staff the location

Cons:

The complimentary breakfast could've had a little more variation

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Sabrina • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The room was clean and the staff was friendly.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • us
7
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Dominique • solo_traveller • pt
9
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Frejo • solo_traveller • us
10
Great Beach Capitola location☆☆☆
Pros:

Great customer service, cleanliness, close to beach & restaurants. Would stay again!

Cons:

No complaints

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee