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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (914 reviews)
"10/10, will be booking here next time in Santa Cruz. "
United States
Lizeth
The price is CA $95
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Favorite out of the bunch we stayed at "
United States
Nancy
The price is CA $183
CA $211 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (82 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!"
United States
Romualdo
The price is CA $123
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Drift Inn

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,020 reviews)
"perfect for last minute stay"
United States
Lindsay
The price is CA $84
CA $106 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Surf City Inn and Suites

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Such an amazing price for the location!!! Super close to boardwalk and downtown we didn’t even have to drive anywhere! "
United States
Myles
The price is CA $110
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Torch Lite Inn

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Great room, clean, lots of sunshine and a big balcony♡."
United States
Angela
The price is CA $98
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Hotel Solares

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was good, the parking was very convenient and my stay was pleasant."
United States
LEONARD
The price is CA $86
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Continental Inn

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (814 reviews)
"Very nice staff and front desk,great location."
United States
Diego
The price is CA $84
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Had to switch rooms Smelled terrible Was dirty! Woke up multiple times because it was so loud. Cops arrived to hotel because there was issues happening in the hotel Horrible experience would not recommend "
United States
Jacqueline
The price is CA $101
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Motel Santa Cruz

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
The price is CA $152
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Ocean Gate Inn

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, (1,012 reviews)
"national park and santa cruz boardwalk were close by and the staff were all so friendly, accomodating, and nice!"
United States
Jenna
The price is CA $103
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (184 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is CA $155
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Seaway Inn

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"The stay was nice "
United States
Michelle
The price is CA $186
CA $271 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Chaminade Resort & Spa

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, (1,257 reviews)
"Clean, spacious rooms and very friendly staff. "
United States
Sarojni
The price is CA $198
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (494 reviews)
"Great location near park and very spacious cabin. "
United States
Gustavo Gamboa
The price is CA $148
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Fern River Resort

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
Watsonville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
Michael
The price is CA $157
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (914 reviews)
"Great warm welcoming, very professional, super helpful pointing out points of interest. Also, had a mid-afternoon delicious snack out for us (brownies yum)! Nice touch but most importantly, our room was very clean. We will most definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you so much Pacific Blue Inn for a wonderful stay!"
United States
Claire
The price is CA $123
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Pacific Blue Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (358 reviews)
"Clean and close to Capitola and Santa Cruz. Would stay here again. "
United States
Dan
The price is CA $113
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,474 reviews)
"It was a very wonderful stay for my kids and I. "
United States
Joanna
The price is CA $160
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Marea Sol Hotel

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (594 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is CA $262
CA $299 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Lower Ocean?
The best areas to stay in Lower Ocean are the beachfront promenade for direct ocean access and the quieter, more residential streets just a few blocks inland for a relaxed experience.

The beachfront promenade is ideal for those who want to be right by the water. This area stretches along the coastline and is lined with hotels, holiday lets, and restaurants, all offering easy access to the beach. You're footsteps away from the sand and the sound of the waves. It's great for couples looking for a romantic getaway, with many properties providing ocean views and direct access to evening strolls along the shore.

A few blocks inland, the streets become more residential and offer a more tranquil setting. This area still provides convenient access to the beach, usually within a 5-10 minute walk, but without the constant activity of the promenade. Families often find this area appealing due to its quieter environment and the presence of more spacious holiday homes.
When is the best time to go to Lower Ocean?
The best time to visit Lower Ocean is during the late spring and early autumn months, specifically from May to June and September to October.

These periods offer pleasant weather, with warm temperatures and less chance of rain, making it ideal for enjoying the coastline and outdoor activities. You'll also find the area less crowded than during the peak summer months, which means a more relaxed experience and potentially better value on accommodation and activities.

For those looking to enjoy the beach and water sports, the summer months of July and August are also excellent, though the area will be at its busiest. The ocean temperatures are at their warmest, great for swimming, surfing, and paddleboarding.

If you're interested in whale watching, the migration seasons are worth considering. Grey whales can be spotted heading south from December to February and returning north from March to May.
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How much is the nightly rate at a Lower Ocean hotel?
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