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    Our top choices for Santa Cruz Wharf hotels

    1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

    A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

    2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

    A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

    3. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

    A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view through a glass door.

    4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

    A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

    5. Edgewater Beach Inn

    A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

    6. Seaway Inn

    A coastal residential area with houses along the shoreline, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.

    7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

    A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

    8. Mission Inn

    A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

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

    A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

    10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

    A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

    11. Marea Sol Hotel

    A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

    12. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

    A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

    13. Carousel Beach Inn

    A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

    14. Pacific Blue Inn

    A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

    15. Ocean Pacific Lodge

    A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

    16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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    17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

    A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

    18. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

    A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

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

    A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

    20. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

    A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

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    Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Wharf

    PropertyStar ratingGuest ratingBreakfast includedPoolSpaPet-friendlyWiFi included
    A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.
    La Bahia Hotel and Spa    		9.6Exceptional612 reviewsView
    A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.
    Dream Inn Santa Cruz    		9.4Exceptional1,040 reviewsView
    A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view through a glass door.
    Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel    		9.4Exceptional23 reviewsView
    A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz    		9.2Wonderful1,363 reviewsView
    A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
    Edgewater Beach Inn    		9.4Exceptional81 reviewsView

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

    Cowell's Beach

    Rating: 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 beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.

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    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

    Rating: 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

    Rating: 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

    Rating: 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

    Rating: 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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    Top Santa Cruz Wharf Hotel Reviews

    Marea Sol Hotel

    A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

    Carousel Beach Inn

    A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

    Pacific Blue Inn

    A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

    Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

    A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

    Ocean Pacific Lodge

    A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

    Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

    A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

    Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

    A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

    Inn at Depot Hill

    A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

    Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

    A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

    Casablanca On The Beach

    An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

    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 178 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 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.

    How many hotels can I expect to find close to Santa Cruz Wharf?

    Expedia has 178 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.

    Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Cruz Wharf?

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    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 Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, 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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