Downtown

Santa Cruz

Stay near popular Downtown attractions

Williams-Reynolds House

7.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Williams-Reynolds House. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Things to do

Santa Cruz Beach Hill to Mission Hill Loop Via Downtown

Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop

CA $62
per adult
Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop
Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

CA $64
per adult
Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill
Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

CA $7
per traveller
UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

CA $183
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Redwoods Forest Bathing

CA $169
per adult
Redwoods Forest Bathing
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

CA $64
per adult
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
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Downtown Hotel Deals

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $145 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $145
CA $184 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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 ...
Ocean Pacific Lodge
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 out of 5
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $567 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $567
CA $715 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mystery ...
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
525 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $105 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
CA $105
CA $145 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,102 reviews)
"Amazing pricing for a nicely renovated property staffed by friendly people who are effective and efficient."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

Seaside Inn & Suites
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $253 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
CA $253
CA $353 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $298 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
CA $298
CA $340 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,305 reviews)
"Very expensive rooms are basic facilities are nice but busy and crowded"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $264 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
CA $264
CA $302 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
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Where to stay in Downtown

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A coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.
Photo by rabbit.Hole
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Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.
A lighthouse at sunset, rocky shoreline, calm water, and a clear sky.
Photo by Alex Sam
Open Photo by Alex Sam

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.
A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.
A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
A beach with people playing and walking.
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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