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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is CA $140
CA $247 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (587 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is CA $341
CA $461 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

3. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"Very convenient to the boardwalk and downtown."
United States
Marlene
The price is CA $120
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Edgewater Beach Inn
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,358 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is CA $166
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

5. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (324 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is CA $153
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is CA $187
CA $216 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,641 reviews)
"I was very pleased with my stay it was very clean and it’s at a great location"
United States
Sherlyn
The price is CA $150
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Marea Sol Hotel
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

8. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,360 reviews)
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
United States
cindy
The price is CA $172
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

9. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,553 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is CA $103
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (959 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is CA $124
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Pacific Blue Inn
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

11. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location !! , friendly staff clean room"
United States
Christine
The price is CA $81
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,349 reviews)
"Easy check in, friendly staff and the room was clean"
United States
Nikki
The price is CA $125
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

13. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (641 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time during our visit. The room was very clean and the staff was very helpful. I would definitely recommend it to my friends."
United States
Brenda Lynn
The price is CA $205
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,297 reviews)
"Would stay again. Amazing staff."
United States
Sarika
The price is CA $175
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

15. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is CA $210
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

16. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,025 reviews)
"Friendly staff ! Location is great!"
United States
Jorge
The price is CA $91
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

17. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Fun funky place would ask for attic room if you go and don’t mind stairs."
United States
Shawna
The price is CA $123
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Rio Vista Suites
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

18. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,285 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is CA $122
CA $198 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Casablanca On The Beach
A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (284 reviews)
"Not luxury, but nice people, good location, clean room."
United States
John
The price is CA $98
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
National 9 Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

20. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,163 reviews)
"Great value. Clean and convenient! Will stay here again!"
United States
Joe
The price is CA $77
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Seaside Inn & Suites
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
20 reviews
View
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
587 reviews
View
A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
71 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,358 reviews
View
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
324 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice and clean room"
Lalaine 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is located in a walkable area of Lower Seabright known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 239 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Other good choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Expedia has 239 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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