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This trendy hotel is ideally located 1 mile (1.6 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 5 miles (8 km) from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Contemporary rooms offer free Wi-Fi, iPod dock, flat-screen TV and mini-fridge. They are also equipped with a coffee maker and work desk. Suites feature a separate living area. There's a heated outdoor pool, hot tub and sun terrace with fireplace. Poolside cabanas are available for rental. Residents can also take advantage of a gym, poolside bar and restaurant serving dishes made from local produce. Wi-Fi is free, breakfast is charged and parking is available for a fee. The hotel is accessible to disabled guests.