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Popular places to visit
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.
Santa Cruz Wharf
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
Mystery Spot
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.
Natural Bridges State Park
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill
CA $62
per adult
UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
CA $7
per traveller
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour
CA $176
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
CA $62
per adult
Midtown Hotel Deals
Chaminade Resort & Spa
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $249 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
CA $249
CA $342 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Great location"
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $446 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
CA $446
CA $579 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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 Capitola ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (320 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel: pristine, smells delicious, food was great, excellent little bar, room well stocked (inc free water and snacks and wine). Perfect location. Loved every second."
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $449 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
CA $449
CA $510 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"The beach view was beautiful. And the pool/hot tub area was very kid and adult friendly."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $277 per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
CA $277
CA $316 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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! (1,272 reviews)
"Stayed here for my kids tournament games and decided to stay a few days as a mini vacay. Kids loved the jacuzzi and pool. I really like how they offered popcorn & s’mores. Staff was super friendly and accommodating. Will stay here next time I come visit."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
550 2nd St Santa Cruz CA
The price is CA $312 per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
CA $312
CA $355 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,312 reviews)
"Clean, gym, pool. Great breakfast!"
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
The price is CA $250 per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
CA $250
CA $287 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,142 reviews)
"Everything was good! Slider door is a bit jankey but all in all it was good. We stay here everytime we come to SC."
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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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.
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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
While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.
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.
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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