Title: Visit Lower Ocean: Best of Lower Ocean, Santa Cruz Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Lower Ocean](https://expedia.ca/Lower-Ocean-Hotels.d980416250031603712.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)[Lower Ocean Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lower-Ocean.d980416250031603712.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lower Ocean Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Lower-Ocean.d980416250031603712.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Lower Ocean ## Santa Cruz ## Visit Lower Ocean 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) --- ## Lower Ocean Hotel Deals ![The Aqua Pacific Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87712500/87712491/2b50bffc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Aqua Pacific Hotel 330 Ocean St. Santa Cruz CA CA $94 CA $135 total Dec 16 - Dec 17 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (761 reviews) The amenities such as shampoo and body wash was not filled and appears shampoo was filled with dishwashing liquid. The sheets had stains on it. Smoke detector going off middle of night . Advertised 24 hr staff. Called and no one answered with phone just ringing. Went to office to ring bell and was ... Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F12%2F2025&endDate=17%2F12%2F2025&selected=87712491&PinnedHotelID=87712491&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980416250031603712) ![Surf City Inn and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5300/5293/d926e1b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Surf City Inn and Suites 619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA CA $71 CA $92 total Dec 28 - Dec 29 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,011 reviews) Everything Staff is great and clean and quiet ! Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F12%2F2025&endDate=29%2F12%2F2025&selected=5293&PinnedHotelID=5293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980416250031603712) ![Torch Lite Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5864/3b41d9f5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Torch Lite Inn 500 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA CA $88 CA $103 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Always the best experience Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=5864&PinnedHotelID=5864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980416250031603712) ![Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/72827fed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz 505 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA CA $83 CA $97 total Dec 14 - Dec 15 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (848 reviews) Everything was excellent for the price Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980416250031603712) ![Hotel Solares](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15570000/15569600/15569536/abfb08fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Solares 600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA CA $96 CA $139 total Dec 14 - Dec 15 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach ... 6.4/10 (1,000 reviews) Good Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=15569536&PinnedHotelID=15569536&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980416250031603712) ![Drift Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/f065e81a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Drift Inn 110 San Lorenzo Blvd Santa Cruz CA CA $96 CA $108 total Dec 14 - Dec 15 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (59 reviews) The room was clean, staff very friendly, nice place to stay. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Beach-Hill-Beach-Flats.dx553248635976479150) ![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/2/e68267ce68f3de158ce514c976fefa06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Upper Seabright When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 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