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Our top choices for Lower Ocean cheap hotels

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.
A hotel sign with a logo and name, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a stone wall.
A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.

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 29 - Sep 30
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.
An outdoor patio with red umbrellas, wicker chairs, and a stone wall.
A golf course with artificial green turf, a flagstick, and a stone wall.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.

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 hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.
A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

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 25 - Oct 26
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A poolside area with seating, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a clear sky.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a mini-fridge, and a view of the outdoors.
A pool area with blue umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a white fence.

4. Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Sanmatie
CA $91
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hotel Solares
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A wooden gazebo with a hot tub underneath, surrounded by a wooden fence and lattice panels.
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.
A hotel room with a white bed, two bedside lamps, a bedside phone, and a digital clock on the nightstand.

5. Continental Inn

Continental Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
KAREN
CA $92
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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 multi-tiered stone fountain with flowers in front of a building with balconies and an office sign.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a sink, and a window with curtains.
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 29 - Oct 30
Motel Santa Cruz
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

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 room with two teal chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a potted plant on a wooden side table.
A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign for the Torch Late Inn, and a building with a stone facade.
A modern kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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 sign for Ocean Gate Inn, a building with a balcony, and a road with directional arrows.
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

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"Property was nice, clean, prefect for our one night stay exactly all we needed, the balcony was very cute touch to rooms. The secruity hold of 250$ was a bit much."
Valerie 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Hotel Solares
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 2 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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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