The Hinds
Victorian
Guest House

Do I need to bring towels and sheets? No. Your room at the Hinds House is complete and ready for you with towels, sheets, blankets, quilts, clock radio, CD player, TV, cable & wireless internet. Just bring your personal belongings and your ready to enjoy Santa Cruz.

Is there parking? We have three on-site parking spaces and plenty of parking on the street in front and behind the house. if you have a car, we provide you with a parking permit for on-street parking.

Is there internet access? The whole house has free wireless DSL service.

Are there kitchenettes in each room? We have a large common kitchen with storage and refrigerator space for all guests. There are no cooking facilities in each room.

Is there a laundry? Yes. There is a washer and dryer available for all guests.

Is there maid service? No. The Hinds House is like a hotel when you arrive (all your linens and towels are provided). We are like an apartment however once your stay begins. You can use the laundry and housekeeping supplies to freshen up your room and your bed.

How many people are in the house? We have 11 guest rooms and are full most of the time. Depending on whether there are 1 or 2 people in each room the house typically has between 10 and 20 people at any one time. The house is large (6,000 sq. ft.) so there is a lot of room for the guests we have.

Do I need a car during my stay? No. We are three blocks from the center of downtown Santa Cruz and all the shops and markets that you need are within easy walking distance. We are 5 blocks from a bus stop to UCSC.

Do I have to stay exactly two, three or more weeks? No. You can arrive and depart when you like. We prorate your charges to the exact number of days you stay.

Are taxes added to the cost of my stay? There are city hotel taxes of 10% added for each stay under 31 days. Stays of 31 days or more are exempt from city taxes.