Located in Boulder Creek, The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains is within a 15-minute drive of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Roaring Camp Railroads. .This lodge is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Big Basin Redwoods State Park and 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from Frontier Ranch.
Felton Covered Bridge Park - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
Roaring Camp Railroads - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
Wilder Ranch State Park - 16 min drive - 15.0 km
Getting around
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Trout Farm Inn - 11 min drive
The Sawmill Restaurant & Ale House - 8 min drive
Fosters Freeze - 3 min drive
Taqueria Vallarta - 10 min drive
Monty's Log Cabin - 11 min drive
About this property
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 46 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are served on weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. This lodge has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
Local cuisine breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM on weekends.
Lobby Bar - Onsite bar.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Weekend local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 12 to 30 per person
A bar/lounge
Restaurants on site
Lobby Bar
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
2 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Firepit
In a nature reserve
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
2 buildings
6 floors
Built in 1890
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 13 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 100 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 30 per person
Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Brookdale Lodge Lodge Brookdale
Brookdale Lodge Lodge
Brookdale Lodge Brookdale
Brookdale Lodge Brookdale
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 587 out of 1001 reviews
10 - Excellent
587
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1001 reviews
8 - Good
247
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1001 reviews
6 - Okay
88
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1001 reviews
4 - Poor
32
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1001 reviews
2 - Terrible
47
8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Heather
28 Feb 2026
Heather
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
4/10 Poor
Lynn
24 Feb 2026
Missing lamp. The room was dark even after they brought in a replacement desk lamp. But it was convenient to have a cafe and a restaurant on the location. My husband enjoyed his ice cream.
Lynn
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
4/10 Poor
Javid
23 Feb 2026
Car was broken into.
Javid
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
6/10 Okay
Lela
22 Feb 2026
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was pleasant and the location was lovely, but our room was dirty and the bathroom floor was wet due to a leaky toilet. When we reported the problem, we were handed a stack of towels. Since the bathroom floor and toilet were also dirty, my husband asked for disinfectant and cleaned it up himself. I emailed management about our experience and they never replied.
Great stay and really great staff. Created a happy memorable trip.
Troy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Veronica
Travelled with partner
17 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean hotel with a great view
Veronica
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
John
Travelled with group
16 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and service.
John
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Armando
Travelled with partner
16 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Exactly what i expected, look forward on returning again soon! The rooms where clean, beds were comfy and the staff were great! Enjoyed that the lodge has its own general store, saves you a trip from driving and also Enjoyed the live bands as well! Definitely Returning!
Cons: The outdoors heaters were out of service and firepits were all off on the outdoor area to lounge at, Would of been nice if they had them all functioning! Also Theyre famous creek dinning area is closed off.
friendly greeting at the reception area, and in the diner. TV didn’t work or more like I couldn’t figure out the remote. it was ok though, the bed was cozy and I slept like a baby.
Patricia
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
2/10 Terrible
Jordan
18 Jan 2026
Liked: Staff & service
property was as pictured and staff was friendly. I would rate higher, but I had someone steal everything out of my car.