La Bahia Hotel / Begun in 2013 and opened in September 2025, after nearly three years of construction, this project is a new luxury, 155-room hotel on the site of the historic La Bahia that interprets and expresses the original Spanish Colonial Revival architecture in a present day 'California revival' approach to design. JLJA completed the entitlement documents and initial design which weaves together a sequence of outdoor courtyards and patios that embraces the project’s historical and cultural landscape while creating a delightful and memorable experience for guests. Amenities include a new entry sequence with porte-cochère, podium-level pool and fitness center/spa, ballroom and pre-function space, outdoor dining, green roof, pergolas, and private and group decks with fire pits and lounging. Without sacrificing beauty, the landscape integrates sustainable design principles, reduces energy and water consumption, and efficiently manages stormwater.
Photo: Haley Hill Photography
Hotel: La Bahia Hotel
Client: Santa Cruz Seaside Company and Ensemble Investments
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Size: .76 acres
Architect: Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects
Architect-of-Record: ACRM Architecture
Civil Engineer & Land Surveyor: Bowman & Williams
Photo: Haley Hill Photography