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SeaSide Inn & Suites

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Set in Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

p
philip
From
Australia
Able to park car near door room was modern clean and everything you need overall great stay loved it would definitely stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews
Price from
US$80.10
1 night, 2 adults
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Well situated in Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.

D
Denise
From
Australia
Fantastic location, comfortable bed and friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews
Price from
US$130.05
1 night, 2 adults
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Marea Sol Hotel

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel is well set in the centre of Santa Cruz, and provides an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.

M
Mike
From
Australia
Excellent location across from the beach, boardwalk, and wharf… You cannot go wrong staying here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 842 reviews
Price from
US$127.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, 400 metres from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.

M
Mustafe
From
United Arab Emirates
Hotel location and cleanliness is excellent, staff is very kind and collaborative.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
Price from
US$104
1 night, 2 adults
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Situated in Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.

J
Jennifer
From
Australia
very clean and great amenities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 690 reviews
Price from
US$138
1 night, 2 adults
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Sea & Sand Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle.

C
Christiaan
From
South Africa
Great location, comfortable and clean. Nice breakfast, cheese & wine and 24h coffee. Friendly staff and well maintained. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
Price from
US$289
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.

C
Caterina
From
Italy
We had a great time, made the most of the swimming pool and the tasty food at the restaurant
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews
Price from
US$139
1 night, 2 adults
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The Inn at Pasatiempo

Hotel in Santa Cruz

Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, this french-country Santa Cruz, CA inn is adjacent to Pasatiempo Golf Course, designed by Alister Mackenzie.

J
John
From
United States
Amanda did a GREAT getting me the best rom possible at a terrific rate. The two-room accomodation included a master bedroom with large HD TV and a sitting room with fireplace, another big srceen TV, bar, and comfortable couch and leather chairs. The Inn also has a terrific restaurant/sports bar on site! Aloso, the location is etremely handy, right where Highway 17 meets Highway 1 as I entered SAnta Cruz. I will defiitely be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 438 reviews
Price from
US$109
1 night, 2 adults
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Pacific Blue Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

A
Anthony
From
Australia
It is in a great location and is so well set up and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
Price from
US$229
1 night, 2 adults
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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Conveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

S
Su Jin
From
United States
Friendly staff and convenient location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews
Price from
US$125.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with parking in Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

Hotel in Santa Cruz
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews
From US$123.71 per night

Sea & Sand Inn

Hotel in Santa Cruz
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
From US$283.38 per night

SeaSide Inn & Suites

Hotel in Santa Cruz
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews
From US$98.54 per night

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Hotel in Watsonville
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
From US$123.15 per night

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Hotel in Capitola
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
From US$136.38 per night

Pacific Blue Inn

Hotel in Santa Cruz
Private parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
From US$103.73 per night

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hotel in Santa Cruz
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 805 reviews
From US$283.48 per night

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hotel in Santa Cruz
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 690 reviews
From US$133.18 per night

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel in Santa Cruz
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
From US$123.03 per night

Marea Sol Hotel

Hotel in Santa Cruz
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 842 reviews
From US$126.43 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 842 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Cruz and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews

This California hotel is one block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a seasonal outdoor heated pool and rooms include a flat-screen cable TV with HBO.

From US$107.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 848 reviews

Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features beautiful ocean views and a hot tub.

From US$125.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews

This motel in Santa Cruz is within walking distance of the beach, boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. The motel offers free Wi-Fi, spacious rooms, and a seasonal, outdoor pool.

From US$87.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is 3.2 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.

From US$123.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews

Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.

From US$132.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews

Located in Downtown Santa Cruz this hotel is 15 minutes' walk from many shops and restaurants. The hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Parking is free for guests.

From US$92.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Located 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area offers 2-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

From US$113.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 847 reviews

Located in Santa Cruz, California, 10 minutes from Lighthouse Field State Beach, this hotel features an outdoor pool and bright, contemporary rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV.

From US$128.92 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Facing the beachfront, La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers 5-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

From US$462.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews

Located next to Boardwalk Bowl, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling is less than 5 minutes' walk to Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Free Wi-Fi and free 1 car parking is included in the reservation.

From US$92.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews

Aqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.

From US$202.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews

Located less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, this hotel is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes’ drive from University of California -Santa Cruz.

From US$90.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 796 reviews

Styled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily.

From US$92.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews

Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers free parking and easy access to a variety of local attractions.

From US$63.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

A short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf in California, the Seaway Inn offers easy beach access and comfortably furnished rooms with free WiFi.

From US$166.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,128 reviews

Situated 2 minutes’ drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Bay Front Inn offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free WiFi.

From US$102.53 per night

Budget hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 580 reviews

Located within 10 minutes' walk of the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free WiFi. All rooms include a private bathroom with a hair dryer.

From US$81.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 856 reviews

This central Santa Cruz motel is just an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.

From US$81.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,565 reviews

Surf City Inn & Suites is just 10 minutes' walk away from Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. It features an indoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.

From US$79.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews

The Ocean Gate Inn is ideally located in the heart of Santa Cruz! Each room includes a balcony with a view, a TV with cable channels, air conditioning, ironing facilities, a microwave, a...

From US$87.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,792 reviews

Hotel Solares is located in Santa Cruz, just 10 minutes' walk away from the Beach Boardwalk. An outdoor pool is located on-site along with rooms that provide free WiFi and cable TV.

From US$120.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews

Situated in Santa Cruz, within 1.2 km of Santa Cruz Beach and 1.1 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, The Aqua Pacific Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private...

From US$93.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews

A short distance from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and other popular area attractions, this California motel provides comfortable accommodations and 24-hour front desk service.

From US$85.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews

Just 5 minutes’ drive from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub and has spacious rooms. Free WiFi is included. It offers free on site guest parking.

From US$91.52 per night

FAQs about hotels in Santa Cruz

Surfin’ USA in Bohemian CA

Santa Cruz was surf central California long before the Beach Boys sang about it. The Surfing Museum in the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse tells stories of those who have braved some of the world’s best waves.

Overlooking the ocean rollers are the Coconut Grove Ballroom and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - the oldest amusement park in the state of CA, and the last original one on the West Coast. Its historic carousel, rollercoasters and rides are a colourful backdrop to Cowell’s Beach, best viewed from the Sky Glider cable cars.

Jutting into Monterey Bay is the wharf where sea lions bask and pelicans decide on their next meal. Seafood restaurants are abundant here and the bars provide lively nightlife. Pacific Avenue is the main shopping area and one street away is the Museum of Art & History.

Unsurprisingly for a surfer hotspot, the city has a liberal outlook and is known for political activism - a far cry from the era when the Santa Cruz Mission was established. The mission is now a state park alongside Natural Bridges Beach and the Big Basin Redwoods in forested hills behind the city, home to the gravity-defying Mystery Spot.

Booking.com’s Santa Cruz accommodation includes pet-friendly motels, hotels with hot tubs and cheap inns near UCSC.

What guests said about Santa Cruz:

6.0

Although we had passed through Santa Cruz previously, this...

Although we had passed through Santa Cruz previously, this was our first stay. Candidly, the town felt quite run down and in some places downright shabby. We were staying principally to visit the Roaring Camp Railroad and Scotts Valley, ultimately on our way to San Francisco. If we were staying in the area again, we would stay in the much more attractive town of Capitola, just a few minutes South of Santa Cruz.
Guest review by
Anthony
United Kingdom
8.0

Ebikes along the ocean was amazing.

Ebikes along the ocean was amazing. Boardwalk had lots of great rides and food options. Beautiful wharf to walk on and visit many shops/restaurants. Don't miss out on Gayle's Bakery or the Mystery Spot that is nearby.
Guest review by
Tammy
United States
10

When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring...

When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring us to Santa Cruz all summer long. Coming again as an adult brought back so many fond memories. The boardwalk was so different then then. Santa Cruz is such a fun place and so many rides and shops. Every child needs to experience it at least once in their lifetime.
Guest review by
Wanda Papineau
United States
10

We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of...

We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of the season, but aside from traffic and the Murray Bridge being out, we didn't feel inconvenienced by the larger crowds. The beaches were clean, the warf was a blast, the Seymour Marine Discovery Center was amazing, food was great and the locals were kind!
Guest review by
Anonymous
United States
10

The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people,...

The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people, terrific beaches, lots of eateries, beach boardwalk and arcade fun. Walking around the boardwalk area feels safe, if crowded, on weekends. There is definitely a broad range of fun activities for families.
Guest review by
Marian
United States
10

We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local...

We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local restaurants. We found that breakfast at Zachary's was excellent. Their potatoes are really tasty and the have homemade bread. We had dinner at Bedda Mia. Their Spaghetti alle vongole and Carbonara is good. We would go back to both of those places.
Guest review by
Ann

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West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Santa Cruz
From US$342.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Second time staying here and was just as beautiful again. Beautifully restored guest house and perfectly placed to enjoy Santa Cruz. Super friendly staff who were always smiling. Just lovely. Breakfast was fabulous and the option to take out the bikes was brilliant. Would definitely recommend.
Guest review by
Shaun
United Kingdom

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Santa Cruz
From US$93.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews
This was a clean property and a reasonable price as it was a big weekend in Santa Cruz seeing as it was the weekend of the 100th Anniversary for the rollercoaster. This was a reasonable price. Basic, but all you need for a one night stay
Guest review by
Erika
United Kingdom

Casablanca Inn on The Beach

Santa Cruz
From US$144.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,872 reviews
Beautiful spot by the beach. Close to restaurants, the wharf and local attractions. A great place to stay, highly recommend Santa Cruz overall.
Guest review by
Leigh and Rhona
Australia

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Santa Cruz
From US$103.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,100 reviews
Clean hotel. Walking distance to downtown or boradwalk Good pool Great parking lot
Guest review by
Claude
Luxembourg

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Santa Cruz
From US$132.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews
A great hotel - lovely pool area and relaxing atmosphere away from Santa Cruz.
Guest review by
Sophie
Germany

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