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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, (916 reviews)
"10/10, will be booking here next time in Santa Cruz. "
United States
Lizeth
The price is CA $79
CA $93 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Favorite out of the bunch we stayed at "
United States
Nancy
The price is CA $184
CA $212 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 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 $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Torch Lite Inn

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,012 reviews)
"perfect for last minute stay"
United States
Lindsay
The price is CA $94
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Surf City Inn and Suites

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 $110
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Drift Inn

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (817 reviews)
"Very nice staff and front desk,great location."
United States
Diego
The price is CA $83
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

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 $85
CA $115 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Continental Inn

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Great room, clean, lots of sunshine and a big balcony♡."
United States
Angela
The price is CA $87
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Hotel Solares

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,000 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 $100
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 $140
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
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, (1,003 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 19 - Apr 20
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The stay was nice "
United States
Michelle
The price is CA $186
CA $270 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (187 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is CA $166
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Seaway Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
Watsonville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
Michael
The price is CA $168
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

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 $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Fern River Resort

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,339 reviews)
"Clean, easy walking to food and beach, friendly staff. "
United States
Krista
The price is CA $110
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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, (1,264 reviews)
"Clean, spacious rooms and very friendly staff. "
United States
Sarojni
The price is CA $221
CA $253 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,476 reviews)
"It was a very wonderful stay for my kids and I. "
United States
Joanna
The price is CA $159
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Marea Sol Hotel

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 $119
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Pacific Blue Inn

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel location is prime, clean room and fresh linens made my stay comfortable "
United States
Olga
The price is CA $136
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
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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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