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A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.

1. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,205 reviews)
"Enjoyed the hot tub and the proximity to the Boardwalk!"
United States
Heather
The price is CA $86
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Surf City Inn and Suites
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

2. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The aRiverside Inn was a nice place to stay. If I’m ever in Santa Cruz again, I’ll try to stay there."
United States
Denny
The price is CA $84
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

3. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (149 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
John
The price is CA $97
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Drift Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

4. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"The gentleman at the desk was so kind, clean rooms, decent bed, great walk to the boardwalk and overall felt very safe and comfortable."
United States
Nevaeh
The price is CA $115
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Torch Lite Inn
A red train with the number 2600 traveling on a track alongside a beach.

5. Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.2 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean stay . Easy to check in and out And it was close to the boardwalk"
United States
Eduardo
The price is CA $98
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Motel Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

6. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"I stayed one night and it was perfect,clean and friendly staff"
United States
Michael
The price is CA $76
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Beachview Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,536 reviews)
"Helpful staff, pet friendly areas, convenient location in nice area."
United States
Joyce
The price is CA $123
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Ocean Pacific Lodge

8. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (127 reviews)
"Despite claims of a recent remodel, the bed was tough and felt like an outdated box-spring. We were stuck next to a loud ice machine that cycled on and off all night; the hotel was full so they couldn’t move us. Walls had unexplained stains running down them, and the bathroom had about five flies we had to swat. There was a mini fridge and microwave; however, there was a coffee maker— no cups, coffee, or tea. No ice bucket or bags either, and the lobby didn’t even have a fork. This was a real...
United States
Isaac
The price is CA $137
CA $158 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Salt Air Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

9. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,031 reviews)
"Always a great stay here."
United States
Vanessa
The price is CA $99
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

10. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay! You can walk to the beach, they have treats they hand out at the check in office and the pool is nice and warm. Everyone was very friendly."
United States
Julie
The price is CA $185
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Beach Street Inn and Suites
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

11. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Amazing property and fantastic helpful staff"
United States
Terry
The price is CA $150
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Mission Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a large painting, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff was kind and helpful!"
United States
Jorge
The price is CA $123
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.

13. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,013 reviews)
"Location is great"
United States
Brian
The price is CA $86
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
A reception area with a framed floral artwork, a bulletin board with various advertisements, a potted orchid, and a sign thanking guests.

14. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (643 reviews)
"Very convenient location"
United States
Daniel
The price is CA $83
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Capri Motel
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

15. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (462 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is CA $115
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

16. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"The room had an awesome view of the Boardwalk!"
United States
Rosa
The price is CA $123
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Aqua Breeze Inn
A parking lot with several cars and people walking.

17. Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"It was clean and the staff was great close to the beach and boardwalk"
United States
Ashley
The price is CA $84
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

18. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (261 reviews)
"Very friendly staff."
United States
James
The price is CA $97
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
National 9 Santa Cruz
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Super clean and great location! Price is right and would stay again! Easy parking too!"
United States
Giana
The price is CA $162
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a mirror.

20. Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (695 reviews)
"The hotel was good. The room was clean, and the staff was really kind to us. We reserved it only to go to sleep, and it was perfect for us. Around the hotel, you can find a gas station and different restaurants or fast-food options."
United States
Vicente
The price is CA $102
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
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Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Continental Inn

Continental Inn

8/10 Good
"Room was nice but the shower head was a bit rusted. But overall nice place to stay"
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Continental Inn

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Lower Ocean Motels information

Number of reviews
7,107
Accommodation
29 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $97
Highest Price
CA $214

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Lower Ocean?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy all that Lower Ocean has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay in the area.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Lower Ocean?
Surf City Inn and Suites: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy access to the full-service spa, free WiFi, and snack bar/deli. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Torch Lite Inn: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Motel Santa Cruz: It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Drift Inn: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in Lower Ocean?
Expedia has 5 economical motels in Lower Ocean.
What things can I to do in Lower Ocean?
Must-see places in and around Lower Ocean include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Santa Cruz Main Beach, Seabright Beach, and Twin Lakes State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Boardwalk Bowl, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. While you're checking out the area, consider visiting Ocean Street, Pacific Avenue, and Santa Cruz Wharf.
What's the seasonal weather like in Lower Ocean?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Lower Ocean to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Lower Ocean is 27 inches.
What are my options for getting around Lower Ocean when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Lower Ocean to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13 mi (20.9 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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