Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley  

Perched in the Santa Cruz mountains in Scotts Valley, this Hilton sits minutes from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and a short drive to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Pacific Avenue. Scenic Highway 1 and Monterey Bay are nearby, and San Jose International Airport is about 30 minutes away.

Newly renovated rooms and suites offer pillowtop beds, refrigerators, microwaves, HDTVs and MP3 docking stations. Suites add separate living and dining areas. The hotel welcomes pets and keeps the vibe modern and practical for both weekend escapes and longer stays.

Soak in a heated outdoor pool and whirlpool spa, hit the 24-hour fitness center, or book an in-house therapeutic massage. Concierge and tour desk services make it easy to explore redwoods, boardwalks and local wineries. On-site parking, valet options and 24-hour guest laundry keep travel simple.

A 24-hour business center and multiple meeting rooms support events and meetings with roughly 7,000–8,000 sq ft of conference space. Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet and express check-in/out make business travel efficient.

An on-site restaurant and bar serve guests, with room service offered during limited hours and a full breakfast available daily (for a fee). The hotel’s location also puts you close to a cluster of local wineries and Monterey Bay dining options.