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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (380 reviews)
"Best Hotel in Santa Cruz County!!!!"
United States
Emilio
The price is CA $521
CA $664 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
Aptos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,161 reviews)
"Nice restaurant and beautiful property"
United States
Jennifer
The price is CA $294
CA $336 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,027 reviews)
"Great restful location, excellent property"
United States
Penelope
The price is CA $277
CA $381 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,232 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joel
The price is CA $255
CA $292 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,074 reviews)
"Convenient location, well maintained and clean property. Great value."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is CA $117
CA $158 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Seaside Inn & Suites

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,254 reviews)
"Great place to stay for me and grandkids. So close everything"
United States
Kari
The price is CA $318
CA $410 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Casablanca On The Beach

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,591 reviews)
"We loved being across the street from the beach and walking distance to the boardwalk. The location was perfect and the hotel was nice. The staff was very kind and helpful. Would totally come back!"
United States
Azra
The price is CA $324
CA $369 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Marea Sol Hotel

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,036 reviews)
"Great experience and great staff. Cant beat the view and beach access."
United States
Austin
The price is CA $521
CA $590 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,319 reviews)
"The staff was very nice. The drinks at the bar were great."
United States
Bernice
The price is CA $255
CA $290 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,293 reviews)
"Very good love to stay in this location"
United States
Anna
The price is CA $191
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,162 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, bright room, friendly staff- thank you"
United States
Perunika
The price is CA $311
CA $355 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,478 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
United States
Lawrence
The price is CA $203
CA $249 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,312 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
The price is CA $311
CA $355 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
The price is CA $348
CA $397 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,341 reviews)
"Really great hotel."
United States
Gaelle
The price is CA $337
CA $384 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,029 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Sherice
The price is CA $164
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay, beautiful property and wonderful staff"
Canada
Miky
The price is CA $421
CA $586 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Seascape Beach Resort

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,132 reviews)
"Hotel was nice for a family staying over night had a room for kids and us parents with the suite. The kids loved the pool."
United States
Mario
The price is CA $121
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Surf City Inn and Suites

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Clean room, nice restaurant, good location!!"
United States
Sandra
The price is CA $253
CA $289 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Inn At Pasatiempo

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (913 reviews)
"It’s a quiet place and fine for spending the night; I liked that it’s close to the beach."
United States
Ismael
The price is CA $116
CA $154 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How much do hotels in Santa Cruz County cost?
Prices for Santa Cruz County hotels differ according to the season and other factors, like Christmas and school holidays. You can find cheap options from CA $136 in a few different ways. Select your destination and travel dates and then set your budget using the "Price per night" filter. You can then narrow your search by choosing your preferred amenities and more.
When is the best time to go to Santa Cruz County?
The best time of year for a Santa Cruz County escape depends on the type of weather you enjoy, as temperatures differ from one area to another. Seeking a summer vacation in Santa Cruz? With a Mediterranean climate, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 23ºC between June and August.
What is the best area to stay in Santa Cruz County?
If your adventures are taking you to Santa Cruz County, consider a stay in Santa Cruz or Watsonville. Once you've picked your hotel, have a look at the many fantastic things there are to see and do here.
How can I find cheap hotels in Santa Cruz County?
Discover affordable stays with minimal effort by making use of our handy filters. Click on the "Price per night" box to view pocket-friendly options in Santa Cruz County. Another way is to look at our cheap hotels in Santa Cruz County page. The lowest price available starts from CA $136 per night.
What are the best hotels in Santa Cruz County for families?
Pack your bags (and the kids!) and look forward to a fun-packed vacation at one of our top family-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz County. Located in Santa Cruz, Inn At Depot Hill is an awesome pick. Complimentary breakfast and housekeeping services are a couple of the amenities here. Or unwind with the fam at West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn. You can also look for your ideal getaway by checking the "Family friendly" box in the "Traveler experience" section of our filter tool.
What are the top beach hotels in Santa Cruz County?
Relaxation mode ON! Savor the beach life at Santa Cruz County's top-rated sea-view hotels like Inn At Depot Hill. This sought-after getaway in Santa Cruz features a garden, premium bedding and many other amenities. You can also soak up relaxing coastal vibes at West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn, another in-demand escape here.
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