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Merrybrook Lodge, Boulder Creek

EDIT: When I called today (July 9) they were sold out. When I stopped by on May 9, they have only 3 cottages and 4 motel rooms left! Call and book QUICK if you want to stay here! :) This charming group of cottages and motel are situated right here in gorgeous Boulder Creek! (That's where we live. IT's about 20 minutes from the wedding venue.) So peaceful, tranquil, and lovely. Give it a try! Cottages $160 - $250 + Tax for two people Motel Room $110 - $150 + Tax for two people Extra people $20 + Tax per person per night

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Harbor Inn, Santa Cruz

EDIT: When I checked online today (July 9) they were sold out. This place is BEYOND charming! A sweet B&B Style hotel. Each room is unique, and some are two-story, with lofts and plenty of room for a family or big group. Prices here are EXCELLENT!!!! ($65-175 even over the holiday weekend!) Book this ASAP to lock in your rates.

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Quality Inn & Suites 9733 HWY 9, Ben Lomond

This is the closest "chain hotel" to us. Ben Lomond is only a few miles away from us in Boulder Creek. This little place is clean and recently remodeled, with a nice pool area, and surrounded by gorgeous trees. You'll like it! Holiday Weekend rates start at $147.

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Sea and Sand Inn, Santa Cruz

Fancy Santa Cruz Beachy Place. This place is beautiful and has all the bells and whistles - like a spa and pool and room service and all that JAZZ! For those of you who are looking for a fun, fancy, weekend excursion and figure this is a good reason to make it happen, check out the Sea and Sand Inn! Rates from $279-$429 for the Holiday Weekend.

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Carousel Beach Inn, Santa Cruz

Beachy and Colorful, right near the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Rooms range from $199-299.

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Camping! Henry Cowell State Park Campground

You fun-loving adventurers who want to sleep under the towering Redwoods, here is your opportunity! Behold, the majesty of Henry Cowell Redwood Park... and the beautiful camping sites available. Be sure to book your campsite early, and bring your tent, sleeping bag, and love of beauty! CAMPING–The park’s 107-site lies in a shady pine and oak forest, and a separate entrance from the day-use area, which is located off Graham Hill Road in Scotts Valley. Reservations are highly recommended between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Henry Cowell campground closes in the winter season. To make reservations, please visit www.reservecalifornia.com.

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Hilton Santa Cruz in Scotts Valley

This is quite close to the wedding venue, and requires almost no mountain driving. Lovely accommodations and amenities, and room rates from $247 for the Holiday Weekend.

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Fern River Cabins, Felton

UPDATE!!!! Only one cabin left - it sleeps 8!!! It is $365 a night, but if a bunch of y'all wanna go in together.... this might be a great idea!!! Walking distance from the wedding!! These charming cabins are well-appointed and cozy, and nestled among the stunning Redwoods. Rates between $150-$365, and some cabins sleep up to 8. Please note there is a 3 or 4 night minimum stay during the Holiday Weekend, depending upon cabin. If you're looking to stay for the whole weekend and make a mini vacation of it... this might be a grand option!

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Brookdale Lodge

UPDATE!!!!! When I checked today (July 9) there are still rooms available. About $200 with tax and fees.) Well, slap my garters and call me Nancy. This place finally reopened after years of renovation, while I was off in Italy! It's historic and haunted and has a big-ass mural of James Dean on the wall. I say give it a look-see! Rooms look to be starting around $172.