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Our top choices for Lower Ocean hotels

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
5.0 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was a minimal hotel good for an overnight stay. The management, staff and parking was all great! I'd recommend it for the budget and limited amenities. "
United States
Geneva
Motel Santa Cruz

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (94 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is CA $119
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Drift Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (966 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is CA $122
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
6.8 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful, booked 3 rooms for whole family, there were a all next to each other. We'll had fun in pool, great vacation"
United States
Darlene
The price is CA $169
CA $224 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Hotel Solares

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (881 reviews)
"Great place to stay in the Cruz.Affordable clean and minutes from the Boardwalk"
United States
Carlos
The price is CA $124
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great price and location...Two blocks from the Boardwalk. Room included microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is CA $175
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Torch Lite Inn

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,084 reviews)
"This hotel was great and was very helpful when anything happened. Had no issues with us bringing our dogs and was so nice when we asked for anything!"
United States
KaylaAnne
The price is CA $101
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Surf City Inn and Suites

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
The price is CA $170
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Ocean Gate Inn

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,024 reviews)
"It was a very relaxing spot and the staff was great"
United States
Tina
The price is CA $116
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
6.6 km from Lower Ocean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (997 reviews)
"Excellent location."
United States
Chris
The price is CA $267
CA $304 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Monarch Cove Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Lower Ocean
The price is CA $325
CA $371 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Carousel Beach Inn

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Lower Ocean
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is CA $168
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Bella Notte

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is CA $244
CA $295 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Fern River Resort

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.3 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (586 reviews)
"Wonderful view, lovely rooms. Would book again."
United States
Rena
The price is CA $188
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Lower Ocean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (230 reviews)
"Very beautiful and great price for our room I would stay there again!"
United States
Eugene
The price is CA $316
CA $368 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Seaway Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Great location, lovely place, clean and comfortable rooms, very friendly staff"
United States
Roxana
The price is CA $208
CA $248 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Mission Inn

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
28.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Lovely room and great place. Would recommend and would definitely stay again."
United Kingdom
Chris
The price is CA $184
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (928 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is CA $203
CA $239 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Pacific Blue Inn

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
2.5 star property
28.1 km from Lower Ocean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (774 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and clean room which is located in a very nice neighborhood with walking areas and lots of choices for dining and shopping. "
United States
Shahrokh
The price is CA $175
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Great location for work will stay again thank you."
United States
Daniel
The price is CA $177
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
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Compare popular hotels in Lower Ocean

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Single Room, Non Smoking
Drift Inn
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
94 reviews
View
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
966 reviews
View
Seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
881 reviews
View
Signature Room
Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
1,007 reviews
View
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
7.6
Good
1,084 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lower Ocean

Find the best Lower Ocean areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lower Ocean
Learn more about Lower Ocean

Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

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 Santa Cruz Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lower Ocean?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Lower Ocean's Lower Ocean neighborhood. Consider a visit to Ocean Street as part of your Lower Ocean travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on our traveler data, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Lower Ocean. This hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Surf City Inn and Suites and Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.
How many hotels will I find in Lower Ocean?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations in Lower Ocean to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Lower Ocean area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Lower Ocean.
What is there to do around this Lower Ocean neighborhood?
Ocean Street is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Ocean. While you're out sightseeing, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pacific Garden Mall are a couple of additional sights to visit in Lower Ocean.