Lower Ocean
Travel Guide

Visit Lower Ocean

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Great stay, we stayed in a King Bed, pullout couch. No complaints there. Only issue was the valet caused a minor damage to our rear bumper, but the company let us know they would take care of it.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Surf City Inn and Suites
Love staying here! Super close to the beach.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Room carpet is so dirty its sticky. Walking around with socks or barefoot turned the bottom of our feet black. We had some people next door who seemed to be living long term in their room, and were playing music past quiet hours. We had to call front desk to ask them to stop playing music so ...
Reviewed on May 4, 2026

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Such a great location. We loved it here.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Fern River Resort
The area was nice. The cabinets were a little old and they need renovation. We had a good time. Just be aware that the Cabin ms are a little bit outdated.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!
Easy check in, communicative host, comfortable home!
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour


