Hotels in Downtown, Santa Cruz
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1. Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific LodgeDowntown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,485 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
Lawrence
The price is CA $125
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa CruzBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.7 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,352 reviews)
"Spacious room especially if you are traveling with kids. Easy access to beach boardwalk and restaurants"
Vishal
The price is CA $261
CA $299 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
3. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"We really enjoyed the pool, free breakfast, clean rooms, friendly staff."
Susana
The price is CA $263
CA $300 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
4. Beachview Inn
Beachview InnWestside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"It was very clean and so convenient next to the beach."
TONY
The price is CA $140
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
5. Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol HotelWestside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,604 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!"
Azra
The price is CA $213
CA $245 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
6. Seaside Inn & Suites
Seaside Inn & SuitesWestside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,102 reviews)
"Good location. Clean room. Friendly staff. I had a great rest!"
Nelli
The price is CA $105
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
7. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa CruzBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,162 reviews)
"We love the location, friendly staff, and cleanliness of this hotel. We have stayed her more then one time and every time it's great."
Holly
The price is CA $226
CA $260 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
8. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz NorthWestside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,290 reviews)
"love staying here"
Cecelia
The price is CA $157
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
9. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHGWestside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,235 reviews)
"Great place and staff"
Alexandre
The price is CA $223
CA $256 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
10. Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The BeachWestside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,259 reviews)
"Love the location."
Walter
The price is CA $254
CA $337 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
11. Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue InnDowntown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (940 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Verycharming place, enjoyed our stay."
Nicole
The price is CA $209
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
12. Mission Inn
Mission InnWestside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 reviews)
"Clean room and the staff was all friendly and helpful!"
Emily
The price is CA $183
CA $221 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
13. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CAWestside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (691 reviews)
"Very quiet, great breakfast selections, and near walking distance to restaurants!"
Monika
The price is CA $208
CA $240 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
14. The Aqua Pacific Hotel
The Aqua Pacific HotelLower Ocean, 1.2 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (935 reviews)
"It’s a quiet place and fine for spending the night; I liked that it’s close to the beach."
Ismael
The price is CA $130
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
15. Carousel Beach Inn
Carousel Beach InnWestside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Great stay"
Patricia
The price is CA $206
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CAWestside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
Natalya
The price is CA $202
CA $232 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
18. Continental Inn
Continental InnWestside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent basic hotel at a reasonable price. We particularly appreciated having real glasses and mugs in the room as opposed to the usual plastic ones. Comfortable bed, and clean room."
Rachel
The price is CA $98
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
19. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph CollectionWestside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,305 reviews)
"Love this hotel! Beautiful accommodations, warm, friendly staff, awesome pool, very family friendly!"
Brenda
The price is CA $298
CA $340 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
20. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa CruzLower Ocean, 0.9 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was super kind"
Joyce
The price is CA $103
CA $119 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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Westside Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.
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Eastside Santa Cruz
Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.
Pleasure Point
World-renowned surf spot with a strong surf culture, Pleasure Point offers picturesque ocean views along East Cliff Drive and a walkable path with separate bike lanes. Enjoy amenities at Pleasure Point Park and nearby 41st Ave commercial district.
Beach Hill - Beach Flats
Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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Upper Seabright
When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
