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Your Lower Ocean Vacation
From its highlights to its hidden treasures, this city is best experienced with a Lower Ocean vacation package. Book a hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, which is great for walking, cafes and dining. If your trip to Lower Ocean includes a little sightseeing, don't miss popular attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, University of California, Santa Cruz and Natural Bridges State Park. Your ultimate Lower Ocean vacation is clicks away. Browse flights, accommodations and more on Expedia for a getaway that's tailored just for you.
Top Lower Ocean Vacation Deals

Sonesta San Jose - Milpitas
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Reviewed on May 29, 2026

Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
Reviewed on May 30, 2026

Avatar Hotel Santa Clara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026
Lower Ocean Beach Vacation
If you're chasing coastal scenery and a fresh sea breeze, you'll find everything you want in a Lower Ocean vacation. You'll quickly discover on your trip to Lower Ocean that taking time out to relax is a local tradition. Chances are you'll want to book your accommodations near Main Beach (0.97 kilometres away). But, the equally pretty Santa Cruz Main Beach can also be reserved in our Lower Ocean vacation deals if you'd like to try something different.
Things You Should Know About Lower Ocean
- Why not consider Lower Ocean beach hotels for your vacation? Have a look at what's available — there's nothing better than staying just moments from the shore.
- If you'd rather stay in one of our private vacation homes, take a look at Hyatt Place Santa Cruz or The Aqua Pacific Hotel.
Lower Ocean Hotel Deals

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
"Great convenient location for boardwalk activities. It felt safe and clean."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
"Staff was super helpful and welcoming especially Andre and Derek who worked valet. Breakfast was great. Rooms were clean and spacious. Pool was pretty busy but to be expected in the summer."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Surf City Inn and Suites
"The room was clean, however there was no toilet paper available and some parts of the wall were missing chunks. Otherwise it was an ok room to stay in."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Discover the most popular places to visit in Lower Ocean

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Cowell's Beach
Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Wilder Ranch State Park
Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular activities like surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
What to do in Lower Ocean

Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour









