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1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Andrea
CA $158
CA $267 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Bella Notte

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Elizabeth
CA $361
CA $483 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

3. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Julie
CA $193
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Beach Street Inn and Suites

4. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Crystal
CA $109
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Carousel Beach Inn

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Jiexin
CA $373
CA $425 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

6. 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
WESTRAY
CA $187
CA $216 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

7. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Mina
CA $180
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Seaway Inn

8. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Hoa
CA $140
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Inn

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Katharine
CA $152
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Marea Sol Hotel

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Margaret
CA $176
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Nicole
CA $137
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Pacific Blue Inn

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 $170
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

13. 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 $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Kurtis
CA $145
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Edgewater Beach Inn

15. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Carolyn
CA $111
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ocean Pacific Lodge

16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Brooke
CA $223
CA $256 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 $283
CA $323 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
jessika
CA $200
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

19. 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 $224
CA $257 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

20. 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 $193
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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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
10.0
Exceptional
11 reviews
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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
9.6
Exceptional
490 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
85 reviews
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Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
9.4
Exceptional
1,045 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Wharf Hotel Reviews

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff, secure property, clean room and basically on the boardwalk. Offered free breakfast and the price was great"
Shaleen 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Carousel Beach Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Nice modern property. Good sized rooms. Outdoor pool + Jacuzzi. Great breakfast buffet."
STEPHEN 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"This is a super relaxing place with a low-key, chill vibe. The room was directly overlooking the beach and there were Adirondack chairs to enjoy. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed staying here. Very stylish and comfortable. My only small niggles are that the ocean front balcony rooms are three flights of stairs down from reception with no elevator. I imagine someone would have helped me with my bag if I asked, but nobody offered. Also, the balcony rooms all share one big balcony so when I went out for my glass of sunset wine it's more like a big, shared patio. Still, I enjoyed it quite a lot."
Angela 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very convenient location to the beach!"
Mandeep 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"The property was fairly clean and our room was ready at the check-in time though there is a $35 charge to check in an hour ahead. Location is a short walk to the pier and boardwalk."
Ronald 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"A great value and an awesome location’"
Mark 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"I would recommend this stay"
Sanmatie 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Solares
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"Not the best area, but not terrible for the price, and the pool and hot tub are open until 10pm which is nice. Seemed like a lot of "street business" was being conducted around the property and of course the usual fighting/screaming couples was ever present. Also, the sink in the bathroom was clogged and wouldn't drain properly due to who knows what was dumped down it previously, so I had to clear that myself which was a little disgusting"
Nicole 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay"
Jiexin 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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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