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An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window.
A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.
A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.

1. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
SONIA ARACELI MATA
CA $85
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.
A golf course with artificial green turf, a flagstick, and a stone wall.
An outdoor patio with red umbrellas, wicker chairs, and a stone wall.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

2. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Lorena
CA $86
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Surf City Inn and Suites
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.
A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

3. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Curtis
CA $86
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A poolside area with seating, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A pool area with blue umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a white fence.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a mini-fridge, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large flat-screen TV, and a small Christmas tree on the counter.

4. Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Sanmatie
CA $89
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hotel Solares
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A hotel room with a white bed, two bedside lamps, a bedside phone, and a digital clock on the nightstand.
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants.
A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting of a beach scene on the wall, a potted plant, and a door leading to another room.

5. Continental Inn

Continental Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
KAREN
CA $92
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Continental Inn
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.
A motel with a central entrance, multiple rooms, and a covered area with a railing.
A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a red chair.

6. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
John
CA $99
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Drift Inn
A red train with the number 2600 traveling on a track alongside a beach.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a sink, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a large window on the left, and a door leading outside.
A multi-story residential building with a grey exterior, white trim, and a balcony.

7. Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Jesus
CA $111
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Motel Santa Cruz
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

8. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Grester
CA $191
CA $220 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A patio with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and potted plants.
A modern kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A room with two teal chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a potted plant on a wooden side table.

9. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
MIRIAM
CA $119
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Torch Lite Inn
A view from a balcony with a metal railing overlooking a road with a water body and distant buildings.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A multi-story building with balconies, solar panels, and a sign for the Ocean Gate Inn.
A sign for Ocean Gate Inn, a building with a balcony, and a road with directional arrows.

10. Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Lori
CA $142
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Ocean Gate Inn
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Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"My stay there was very nice. The staff were very helpful my check in was super easy and fast ,the room was big enough and clean .We walked to the boarwalk first time visiting santa cruz. It was a good experience. Overall was very nice. Next time i visit santa cruz ill stay there again."
Ma birsai 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was friendly and welcoming. Loved the pool and the beds were really comfortable."
Kelli 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good
"Room is clean"
Shalliemar 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hotel Solares

Frequently asked questions

What is Lower Ocean like for travelers on a budget?
Lower Ocean has cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a great getaway spot for budget travelers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Ocean Street.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on our traveler reviews, Torch Lite Inn is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Lower Ocean?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Lower Ocean, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Lower Ocean is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do in Lower Ocean?
You don't need to spend big to find places to visit in Lower Ocean. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Check out the area's cultural spots like Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Lighthouse Point Park, or get outdoors at Santa Cruz Main Beach.
How can I get to Lower Ocean and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Lower Ocean can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 13 mi (20.9 km) from the center in Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) away. Lower Ocean might not have many public transit options to choose from so a car rental could be an economical alternative to explore the area.

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