The outdoor pool complimentary Wi-Fi and solid location within a mile of Pacific Avenue and the boardwalk seal the deal at the Hyatt Place Santa Cruz. At this four-story Hyatt Place 106 rooms come with signature bedding sofa beds mini-fridges coffeemakers free Wi-Fi and 42-inch flat-panel HDTVs. Guests can purchase meals and snacks at the24-hour market and go from coffee to cocktails in the bar. Zen time is encouraged year-round in the heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Around-the-clock options include a fitness room and a business center. Dogs are allowed for a charge. The Hyatt Place is a five-minute stroll east of the Santa Cruz Riverwalk and less than one mile north of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pacific coastline. Heading a half-mile west leads to the shops cafes and galleries along Pacific Avenue in downtown Santa Cruz. Wave watchers find their hotspot at Steamer Lane and Lighthouse Field State Beach two miles south. From Norman E. Mineta San Jose International Airport drive 33 miles south to reach the hotel.