Title: Visit Downtown: Best of Downtown, Santa Cruz Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Downtown](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Hotels.d980414823093735424.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Cruz](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Cruz.d6666.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Cruz.d6666.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown.d980414823093735424.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Downtown.d980414823093735424.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown ## Santa Cruz ![Photo by gabrielle rodriguez](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c45b4d0211ef915f48c55338ecf8dd84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by gabrielle rodriguez](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c45b4d0211ef915f48c55338ecf8dd84.jpg) ![Photo by naomi hardy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0062f5456e1487688dce938ece4f8fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by naomi hardy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0062f5456e1487688dce938ece4f8fa3.jpg) ![Photo by Laurent C](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a0bc64a28eac765cda900788aa9b1f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Laurent C](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a0bc64a28eac765cda900788aa9b1f45.jpg) ![Photo by Dean Lucas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6bb3246f6cb0efa2376274949688622f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Dean Lucas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6bb3246f6cb0efa2376274949688622f.jpg) ![Photo by H2ophoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/df74ae3cb6853c54f443697ff2842a3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by H2ophoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/df74ae3cb6853c54f443697ff2842a3f.jpg) ## Visit Downtown Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Cruz travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz.dx6666) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d485689f45002b80012841138b6987c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 4/5(69 reviews) Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk as part of your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Beach-Boardwalk-Westside-Santa-Cruz.d6065915.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mystery Spot](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b0371ec2da0cf966a54d5b8952104ad6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mystery Spot 4.5/5(11 reviews) Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Mystery-Spot-Santa-Cruz.d6065921.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santa Cruz Wharf](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d1ad672cfab9e93f51f1ece77a441c28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Cruz Wharf 4/5(2 reviews) Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Wharf-Westside-Santa-Cruz.d6209895.Vacation-Attraction) ![Natural Bridges State Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4a0f868ea6c4a82ef9aa2eeb4c1d38e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Natural Bridges State Park 5/5(5 reviews) You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Natural-Bridges-State-Park-Santa-Cruz.d6065917.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ocean Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/228bc3c25192c8bd06495508b75184bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ocean Street During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Ocean-Street-Santa-Cruz.d6351808.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pacific Avenue](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5e379e48d626e89c8836b74cf12ae517.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pacific Avenue During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Pacific-Avenue-Santa-Cruz.d6327592.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389006/f88c6e25-e576-4462-9814-d27f0a305b4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area CA $165 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/beginner-outdoor-rock-climbing-bay-area.a1389006.activity-details) ![Rock Climbing 2 - Beyond the Basics](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1391601/fe50a3dc-b95f-4815-a331-05cbbc16d855.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2 CA $165 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/outdoor-rock-climbing-level-2.a1391601.activity-details) ![Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2262173/5e1c9c51-0e8d-438a-bf60-efbabfd1eb34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz CA $178 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/beginner-surf-lesson-in-santa-cruz.a2262173.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Cruz.d6666.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Downtown Hotel Deals ![Ocean Pacific Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/aa982996_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ocean Pacific Lodge 301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA CA $98 CA $131 total Dec 14 - Dec 15 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,254 reviews) Perfect Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=1652437&PinnedHotelID=1652437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980414823093735424) ![Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/bbbd3a94_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection 611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA CA $150 CA $174 total Dec 15 - Dec 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,140 reviews) Staff was amazing, beds were so comfortable and place was clean. Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=11056&PinnedHotelID=11056&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980414823093735424) ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/534cb8dc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz 550 2nd St Santa Cruz CA CA $131 CA $153 total Dec 15 - Dec 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,228 reviews) Hotel was very clean. Room was also clean and comfortable.. Wish parking was included, but overall had a great stay and would go back. Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=8673&PinnedHotelID=8673&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980414823093735424) ![Dream Inn Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/ea20759f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dream Inn Santa Cruz 175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $321 CA $366 total Dec 16 - Dec 17 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) Great outdoor hot tub and direct beach access Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F12%2F2025&endDate=17%2F12%2F2025&selected=23409&PinnedHotelID=23409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980414823093735424) ![Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3700/3633/708ac094_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA CA $146 CA $169 total Dec 21 - Dec 22 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Room was great! We had a suite. The front desk was a sweetheart! We love this spot. Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=3633&PinnedHotelID=3633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980414823093735424) ![Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/201300/201285/2703f12f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley 6001 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz CA CA $123 CA $143 total Dec 21 - Dec 22 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,238 reviews) Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=201285&PinnedHotelID=201285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980414823093735424) [See all 1,154 properties in Downtown](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=13%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025®ionId=980414823093735424) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Westside-Santa-Cruz.dx553248633938969903) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5e379e48d626e89c8836b74cf12ae517.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Downtown-Santa-Cruz.dx553248633938969818) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/19c244f917a70c62c9da389ecd883bf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mission Hill While visiting Mission Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Mission-Hill.dx896314430246297600) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Beach Hill - Beach Flats Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Beach-Hill-Beach-Flats.dx553248635976479150) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lower Ocean If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Ocean and surrounding area, you can visit Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Lower-Ocean.dx980416250031603712) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Circles While there might not be top attractions in Circles, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cowell's Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Circles.dx553248635976471210) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Downtown ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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