Howard Johnson

HotelLively area (bars, cafés or transit nearby)

Brand: Howard Johnson

Location Excellent location — 12 attractions within walking distance

About

Set in Santa Cruz, Howard Johnson is a hotel. On-site you'll find a swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and parking. It sits close to NOAA - Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, about 1 km from Beach Station (Santa Cruz). The most comfortable time to visit Santa Cruz is generally July to September.

Amenities

Free Wi-FiSwimming pool Fitness centre Parking Breakfast Pet friendlyEV chargingLaundryAirport shuttle

Location

What's nearby

NOAA - Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary0.1 km
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center0.1 km
Cowell Beach0.4 km
Dutra Overlook0.4 km
Sharpe Overlook0.6 km
Undertow0.7 km

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Within a short walk

🍽️ 43 places to eat🛒 2 supermarkets🚌 1 public-transport stop

Everyday amenities within about 1 km, from OpenStreetMap.

Getting there & essentials

Nearest airport: Bonny Doon Village Airport — 15.0 km
Nearest station: Beach Station (Santa Cruz) — 1.0 km
Nearest beach: Cowell Beach — 0.4 km
Sea temperature: Sea temperature about 15 °C in September (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-09-01)
Driving: Drives on the right
Currency: USD
Power: Type A/B plugs · 120 V · 60 Hz
Tap water: Generally safe to drink

Straight-line distances.

Street view

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get to Howard Johnson?

From Howard Johnson, the nearest station, Beach Station (Santa Cruz), is about 1.0 km away; Bonny Doon Village Airport is around 15.0 km away (straight-line distances).