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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Wharf hotels

1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Andrea
CA $157
CA $266 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Bella Notte

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Julie
CA $184
CA $212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Crystal
CA $107
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Carousel Beach Inn

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Henry
CA $365
CA $415 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Antionette
CA $192
CA $221 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Katharine
CA $151
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Marea Sol Hotel

7. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Mina
CA $167
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Seaway Inn

8. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Dori
CA $184
CA $212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

9. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Nicole
CA $123
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Pacific Blue Inn

10. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Terry
CA $153
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Mission Inn

11. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Monika
CA $169
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Natalya
CA $185
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Joyce
CA $123
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Ocean Pacific Lodge

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
April
CA $115
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Edgewater Beach Inn

15. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Donald
CA $197
CA $226 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Brooke
CA $222
CA $255 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

17. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Molly
CA $261
CA $298 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

18. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
David
CA $177
CA $250 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Casablanca On The Beach

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Steve
CA $191
CA $220 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Grant
CA $115
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Wharf

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Family Studio
Bella Notte
9.8
Exceptional
10 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
9.4
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
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Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room
Carousel Beach Inn
9.2
Wonderful
77 reviews
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Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
9.4
Exceptional
1,049 reviews
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Business centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,354 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Wharf Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Velvet parking was terrible; I gave the card to one of the short guys, and he asked me to check out, and I said yes. It took 30 minutes before we got our car; people came after us, and they had already left. I texted them before we left the room, but it didn't make any difference. Finally, an Asian guy in a blue uniform came up to us and asked for our last name, and he was very helpful."
Sheila 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"Overall we enjoyed our stay but we weren’t happy with the fact that our room was hardly cleaned once (or half) during our 3 nights stay. Only one bed out of the two was done, weird. Besides that the heated pool was lovely and clean. Pool service was good, food and drink were also very good. The lobby and bar design was beautiful. I would stay there again but maybe get a day pass only."
Marcelle 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"Loved it hotel was clean smell really good loved the room how clean the pool was amazing staff was nice and helpful can’t waite to stay there again"
Luis 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel Solares
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room"
Anabel 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"The location of the Bay Front Inn was EXCELLENTLY located to walk to the Santa Cruz Wharf, Boardwalk and numerous restaurants. Although it was a little weathered in appearance, it met my basic needs."
Norma 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, easy access to the beach, the staff is nice and helpful. Like the restaurant."
Hui 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"The room was extremely clean, staff was quick and friendly, only thing i will say the ac wasn’t working to well but enough to keep the room at a decent temperature but everything else was great and the view from the pool was great as well."
Max 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and super nice staff"
Olga 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and the staff were really nice and helpful."
Crystal 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Carousel Beach Inn

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Wharf

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and houses on the cliffside.

Cowell's Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)
During your trip to Santa Cruz, enjoy the surf and sand at Cowell's Beach along with the surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)
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.
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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Cocoanut Grove

Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Sky Glider

Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Santa Cruz Main Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Neary Lagoon Park

Explore the great outdoors at Neary Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Pacific Garden Mall

7.6/10 (4 reviews)
You can do some window-shopping at Pacific Garden Mall during your stay in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Wharf?
Santa Cruz Wharf is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 176 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Cruz Wharf?
Adjacent to Santa Cruz Wharf, 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. Other good options close by include Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Santa Cruz Wharf?
Expedia has 176 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Wharf.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Wharf, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Santa Cruz Wharf.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Wharf?
Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, or Neary Lagoon Park.

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