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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 $166
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
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
Samar
CA $366
CA $489 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Jiexin
CA $376
CA $428 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4. 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
Jill Susanne
CA $201
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Mina
CA $173
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Seaway Inn

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Lisa
CA $153
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Marea Sol Hotel

7. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Hoa
CA $141
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Inn

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Linda
CA $171
CA $198 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

9. 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 $175
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Nicole
CA $152
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Pacific Blue Inn

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Anthony
CA $112
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Brooke
CA $213
CA $244 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

13. 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 $205
CA $236 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

14. 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 $323
CA $384 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Bertha
CA $131
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

16. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Grant
CA $117
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hitching Post Studios Inn

17. 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 $176
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

18. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
David
CA $168
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Casablanca On The Beach

19. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Shawna
CA $143
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Rio Vista Suites

20. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Lower Ocean, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Wharf
United States
Siddharth
CA $87
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
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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
12 reviews
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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
9.6
Exceptional
503 reviews
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Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
9.4
Exceptional
1,046 reviews
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Business centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,347 reviews
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Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
9.2
Wonderful
297 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Wharf Hotel Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Wonderful location and nice beach hotel!"
Daniel 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"Hot tub not working. Cart for cleaning staff should have air filled tires, it was loud when carts were moving on the catwalk"
Kevin 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Love the shower - clean specious room."
Antonio 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Beachview Inn
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and parking was right outside. Everything worked out well."
David 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Seaway Inn
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good
"We stayed here after a day at the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. Check-in was quick and painless. The motel was full and there was still adequate parking. The A/C worked well enough. There are several food options and a convenience store within an easy walk. The Beach Hut Deli on the corner makes a mighty fine sandwich, and you can even have a beer while you wait. The only ding on this motel is that the bathroom was a bit tired. The sink was down to steel in a couple of spots and please repair the stripped spline in the shower temperature control."
Kenneth 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"The location was great, and the room was good."
Terry 4-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

8/10 Good
"No windows Need a window."
Silvia 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Carousel Beach Inn
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Seamless check in, and really good amenities for the price. Didn’t even get a chance to use the putting green"
Peter 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Staff is friendly and helpful."
Zhenzhou 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Bay Front 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 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 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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