Chaminade Resort & Spa - Santa Cruz

Mountain resort with panoramic views of Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz

Accommodations & Grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa offers 156 guest rooms spread across eleven villas on a mountaintop property. Each room includes air conditioning, a flat-screen LCD TV, and a private bathroom with bath or shower, plus bath robes and free toiletries. The grounds include two heated outdoor pools-one reserved for adults only-and a garden with outdoor furniture, a picnic area, and a sun terrace.

Dining & Entertainment

On-site dining at The View Restaurant provides panoramic views of Monterey Bay while serving meals. The resort also hosts cooking and astronomy-themed culinary events, plus happy hours and themed dinner nights. Live music or performances are scheduled regularly, and a pool bar offers drinks and snacks.

Wellness & Spa

The spa at Chaminade Santa Cruz includes treatment rooms, a sauna, a steam room, and a hot tub or Jacuzzi for guest use. Fitness facilities offer yoga classes, personal trainer sessions, and a fitness center with spa locker rooms. Spa packages and wellness programs are available, with access to a spa lounge and relaxation area.

Recreation & Activities

The Chaminade provides hiking trails on the property, along with tennis courts, disc-golf, and badminton equipment for guest use. A golf course is located nearby, and water sport facilities are available on site. Recreational options also include the use of a shared lounge and TV area, plus an outdoor fireplace and barbecue grills.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Chaminade resort is located 3 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Museum of History & Art at the McPherson Center. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Natural Bridges State Beach are within a 45-minute drive. Free private parking is available, with valet parking and electric vehicle charging stations on site.

• Accommodations: 156 rooms in 11 villas with mountaintop views
• Dining: The View Restaurant with panoramic Monterey Bay vistas
• Wellness: Spa with sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, and yoga classes
• Recreation: Hiking trails, tennis, disc-golf, and water sports on site
• Events: Cooking and astronomy-themed dinners, live music
• Location: 3 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, EV charging stations
• Amenities: Two heated pools (adult-only option), free parking, pet-friendly