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Santa Cruz, CA

Planning Santa Cruz with kids the LayzTravel way means one good home base and one easy outing per day. Below are our family lodging picks, the lowest-stress activities, and everything else we’d actually book.

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Best Family Hotels with Pools in Santa Cruz, CA

October 8, 2026July 19, 2026 by LayzTravel
The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and its rides above the sand in California

Planning a family trip to Santa Cruz, CA? Discover the best family hotels with pools, kid-friendly splash pads, slides, and stress-free lodging tips.

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The Ultimate Family Guide to Santa Cruz Beaches

October 9, 2026July 18, 2026 by LayzTravel
a santa cruz beach sign in front of a roller coaster

Explore the ultimate family beaches in Santa Cruz! Find the best calm water spots, close parking, clean restrooms, and tips for a relaxing day.

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Things to Do in Santa Cruz, CA with Kids

October 8, 2026July 17, 2026 by LayzTravel
a couple of people walking into the ocean

Find the best family activities in Santa Cruz, CA! Discover top-rated kid-friendly attractions, low-stress tours, and lazy travel hacks for parents.

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