Area Guide

Santa Cruz CA has a lot to offer, and Fairfield by Marriott Santa Cruz puts guests in the right position to take advantage of it. Whether the goal is the local area and nearby attractions or simply a comfortable base to explore from, the property is built for guests who want more from their stay.

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Area and Attractions:

Fairfield by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is perfectly situated to allow you to dive into the local characteristic of its relaxed, Bohemian-chic atmosphere. Being heavily influenced by its surf history, Santa Cruz, CA is an outdoor enthusiast's fantasy. Discover beaches that deliver a more secluded outing, or experience Santa Cruz's more vivacious Cowell Beach, home to the Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, located only 2 miles away from Fairfield by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA. This historic oceanfront amusement park has been operating continuously in Santa Cruz, CA since 1907 boasting warm sand, cool surf and hot rides!

Fairfield by Marriott Santa Cruz, Ca is minutes from waterfront dining, wineries, redwood forest, surfing, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, upscale boutiques, art galleries & the area's premiere shopping district. Nearby communities include Capitola, Aptos, Soquel, Freedom and Felton. Check our Calendar of Events for Annual Wine and Food Festivals, Music and Art Festival, and Holiday events!

A coastal town nestled at the north-end of Monterey Bay, CA, forty miles south of San Jose and 70 miles south of San Francisco, Santa Cruz, CA is known for its counter-cultural hub, with a bohemian vibe along side the historic Beach Boardwalk & Amusement Park. The beach lifestyle is infused with high tech industry and a vibrant university culture stemming from the University of California, Santa Cruz. The University of California Santa Cruz (UCSC) is regarded as one of the premier centers of higher learning in the state and is known for its strong emphasis on the arts and humanities.

Surf, sail, kayak, the beautiful beaches and the year-round summer-like climate play a central role in the local culture. You can soak in the beauty and ambiance of Santa Cruz, CA while hiking or biking in the coastal Redwood Forest.

Minutes from waterfront dining, wineries, redwoods, surfing, Beach Boardwalk, upscale boutiques, art galleries & the area's premiere shopping district.

Attractions:

• Seymour Marine Discovery Center - 1.3 miles
• University of California Santa Cruz campus - 1.7 miles
• Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 2.5 miles
• Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Wharf - 3 miles
• Santa Cruz Harbor - 4.4 miles
• Art Galleries
• Boating and Sailing
• Golf Courses
• Performing Arts
• Santa Cruz Warriors
• Santa Cruz Derby
• Wine Tasting
• The Mystery Spot
• Roaring Camp Railroads
• Capitola
• Aptos
• Scotts Valley
• Soquel
• Felton
• Freedom
• San Jose
• Watsonville

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Parks and Beaches:

• Natural Bridges State Beach - 0.6 miles
• Moore Creek Preserve - 1.6 miles
• Wilder Ranch State Park – mountain biking trails - 2 miles
• Lighthouse Field State Beach - 2.2 miles
• Pogonip Preserve - hiking trails - 3.3 miles
• Henry Cowell Redwood State Park - 9.5 miles

Close by Bakeries, Coffee, and Dining:

• Taqueria Santa Cruz
• Upper Crust Pizza and Pasta - 0.6 miles
• Kelly's French Bakery - 0.7 miles
• Phoenix Asian Restaurant - 0.7 miles
• Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing - 0.7 miles
• Bantam Restaurant - 0.9 miles
• Ristorante Avanti - 1 mile
• Mission St. BBQ - 1.2
• Sushi Totoro - 1.2 miles
• Burger. - 1.3 miles
• Café Brasil - 1.4 miles
• Emily's Bakery - 1.6 miles
• The Abbey Coffee Lounge - 2.1 miles
• West End Tap & Kitchen
• Your Place Farm to Table
• Vasilis Greek Restaurant

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