Santa Cruz Hostel

I had a stellar stay midweek at the quaint historic Santa Cruz Hostel. Hilltop quiet community location within walking distance to downtown and beach/boardwalk. I was made to feel welcome and at home as soon as I arrived at reception. Very friendly staff. Beautiful grounds and the history of the location fascinating. I stayed in a cottage, Lottie Sly, which was 2 dorms, 2 full bathrooms and an inside sitting area. Everywhere was impeccably clean and stylish. There was a well equipped kitchen, inside and outside eating area, games, fire pit, garden to relax in and mid Nov- mid May free street parking. Highly recommended.

This is by far the best hostel I have ever visited in my life! The non profit property is managed by a very marvelous, helpful and friendly team that made my stay a unique and unforgettable experience. The little cottages you are staying in are super comfy and modern (it actually feels more like a boutique hotel than hostel). I would love to visit again. Thanks for everything

You had me at 5 minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Brought back so many wonderful memories. The potluck Wednesday was a great way to meet people from around the world. Most of the staff were very friendly and helpful. The Manager of this Hostel was amazing and shared with me how this Hostel came to be. The only draw back was you can only stay for 7 days straight and 14 days in a year.

This was my first time staying at a hostel and had a wonderful experience. The staff were friendly and helpful, the room and bathrooms, as well as the entire environment was very clean and tidy. My roommates were very respectful and quiet. I experienced a pleasantly calm and restorative stay. Definitely will stay again next time I"m in SC!!!

This hostel is heads above the other hostels I've stayed at in California. It's charming, immaculate and the people are friendly. It's in a quiet part of town very close to the beach with all the amenities (kitchen, fridge, dining tables and pleasant places to sit and enjoy the well manicured grounds). I would stay here again in a heartbeat and I will! If you're new to shared rooms at hostels I would advise bringing earplugs and a sleep mask if you're a light sleeper. Some people do snore and they can't help themselves. Otherwise be friendly and enjoy the variety of world travelers!

An amazing hostel and amazing experience. Not to be missed! So many great tangible aspects like a well appointed kitchen with commercial refrigerator; very well maintained grounds with flowerbeds, herb garden and funky trees (persimmon, passion and lemon); nice pillows and duvets; an outdoor fireplace; clean and comfortable communal areas; wheelchair accessible cabin with clean, spacious washrooms and showers, and more. Best of all is the great vibe created when staff (and some guests too) care and have the right hostelling intentions.

Location Location Location Nice set-up. Comfortable beds, soft pillow and warm comforter. The showers are nice and hot. It was the toilet paper, however, which will stick in my mind as the best part of the trip.

Super clean, super safe! In addition to co-ed dorms and private rooms they offer two shared female dorms. One female dorm has 6 beds and the other has 4. I stayed in the one with 4 beds for one night. They offer community events, fire pit, citrus and fruit trees. It’s centrally located and a very short walk to the board walk.