The Americas Best Value Inn is a quaint AAA 2 diamond, 2 story inn located approximately 1 mile from the Santa Cruz beach and boardwalk. The hotel is within walking distance of the downtown Santa Cruz, nightclubs, theaters and shopping at pacific garden mall. Take a short drive to the Roaring camp, mystery spot, the University of California, Santa Cruz, the museum of art and history and Pasatiempo golf course. Chardonnay Sailing Charters, De Lavega Park, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Arboretum are located nearby. Each of the 22 tastefully decorated rooms features free high speed internet access and free local calls. Some rooms are equipped with refrigerator, phone with data port, hairdryers and microwaves. The hotel features free parking, continental breakfast, a seasonally heated pool and electronic door locks for security. All rooms are non-smoking and pets are not allowed. All credit cards provided for guarantee will be pre-authorized within 24-hours of booking for the entire length of stay.