Chaminade Resort & Spa  

Perched on a eucalyptus‑draped hill with sweeping views of Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Minutes from downtown Santa Cruz, the beach and nearby golf courses. Close to attractions like the Mystery Spot, DeLaveaga and Pasatiempo golf courses, the Santa Cruz Wharf and Capitola Mercantile. Convenient to three major airports and quick highway access.

A historic Mission‑style resort with contemporary Spanish furnishings and color palettes inspired by the California coast. 156 guestrooms nestle among towering eucalyptus and offer premium bedding, private bathrooms with designer toiletries, flat‑screen/LCD TVs and in‑room refrigerators in select rooms. Expect a woodland‑meets‑coast retreat with ocean and mountain vistas.

Full‑service spa with massages, body treatments and facials, plus indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub and outdoor tennis courts. Fitness center, picnic areas, gift shop and concierge services keep things easy. Pet‑friendly property with valet and self parking; shuttle service and RV/bus parking available. Wake up to eucalyptus‑scented mornings and sea‑breeze evenings.

About 12,000 sq ft of event space including a conference center and a dozen meeting rooms, plus a 24‑hour business center, express check‑in/out and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Free valet parking and on‑site event services make it meeting‑ready.

Two on‑site restaurants, a bar/lounge and a poolside bar serve guests, with room service during limited hours. Full breakfasts are available daily for a fee and menus highlight local California flavors and regional produce.