http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/38668 The earthy and exotic beach town of Santa Cruz offers plenty of high-end restaurants, a fun boardwalk, and charming hotels to make for a delightful weekend getaway. en Copyright 2002 Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 editor_sanfrancisco@citysearch.com http://images.citysearch.com/roundup/b7/2e/38668r1.jpg http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/38668 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Like rustic Los Gatos itself, this hotel is unique, warm and welcoming and offers plenty of amenities. Los Gatos, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1073615/los_gatos_ca/toll_house_hotel.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Frolic along the Pacific at this beachside hotel. Santa Cruz, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1087625/santa_cruz_ca/west_coast_santa_cruz_hotel.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A luxurious refuge with views of Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz mountains. Santa Cruz, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1091095/santa_cruz_ca/chaminade_at_santa_cruz.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Curl up in a cozy room at this renovated mansion. Santa Cruz, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1087605/santa_cruz_ca/casa_blanca_inn.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/getaways/northern_california.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Enjoy stunning views of Monterey Bay at one of Santa Cruz's premiere romantic restaurants. Santa Cruz, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1087189/santa_cruz_ca/casablanca_restaurant.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Delicious homemade cooking and speedy service make this a prime breakfast spot. Santa Cruz, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1087192/santa_cruz_ca/zachary_s_restaurant.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles There's plenty of eye candy, delicious cocktails and great food at this upscale singles hangout. Los Gatos, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1073373/los_gatos_ca/los_gatos_bar_grill.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A cozy basement restaurant serving Italian and American cuisine provides a uniquely romantic experience. Los Gatos, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1073340/los_gatos_ca/wine_cellar.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles One of California's oldest and most beautiful state parks. Boulder Creek, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/11494814/boulder_creek_ca/big_basin_redwoods_state_park.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Feel like a kid again at this classic beachside boardwalk. Santa Cruz, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/11363260/santa_cruz_ca/santa_cruz_beach_boardwalk.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Wide sidewalks, hip shops, eclectic eateries--this is Santa Cruz at its left-leaning best. Santa Cruz, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/35391064/santa_cruz_ca/pacific_avenue.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Stretching from Santa Cruz to Monterey, this is one of the most scenic drives in Northern California. Santa Cruz, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/35668080/santa_cruz_ca/monterey_bay.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:56:32 -0800