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"Near where i was going "

CA $202 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 3 - Jun 4

"Staff were so nice and polite- we stay here 2-3x a month!"

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

"We were super amazed with how nice our room was. The room we got was remodeled and spacious. It was very clean and we had no issues at all. "

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

More Popular Hotels Near Santa Cruz

370 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $108

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mystery ...

4.2/10 (1,003 reviews)

"Friendly staff and clean!"

Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2023

2424 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $231

CA $264 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (391 reviews)

"The bed had a weird smell it kind of smelled like cat urine. Bed definitely needs to be replaced but everything else was fine."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel

1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $219

CA $251 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...

7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)

"Clean and quiet"

Reviewed on May 28, 2024

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611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $176

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 2 - Jun 3

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

"Customer service was perfect, the pool at night looked so nice and the area had plenty of board games to play and and a nice bon fire"

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $200

CA $230 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 5 - Jun 6

Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Hyatt Santa Cruz

"Great staff, breakfast and good location close to most attractions like boardwalk, downtown. Differently will stay there again."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $174

CA $199 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 4 - Jun 5

Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,048 reviews)

"I like everything but the only issue that I have it was a misunderstanding with breakfast they told me from 7 AM to 10:30 PM. And we arrive at 10 o’clock and they already close on the other hand. Another issue that we had was that didn’t tell us that we need to request housekeeping service."

Reviewed on May 16, 2024

313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $162

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 2 - Jun 3

Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (409 reviews)

"Perfect location for boardwalk. Rooms were clean and safe. Workers were very accommodating and switched our room so we could have a conjoined room with our friends."

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $283

CA $377 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 23 - Jun 24

Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)

"Beautiful setting. Pool area is great. Breakfast restaurant has an amazing view. Rooms was ok."

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $299

CA $386 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 3 - Jun 4

Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,233 reviews)

Great location & beautiful view from hotel!

"Location was so perfect to walking to pier where all the dining is. Great view from our ocean view patio area. Room was ok but bed very old & needs to get new beds. Weird check in very limited front desk person! Self service hotel but other than that it was great & dog friendly."

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $422

CA $479 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 4 - Jun 5

Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...

9/10 Wonderful! (974 reviews)

"The boardwalk, wharf and the beach was walking distance. On site restaurant was very nice to have drinks, breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is a long trail to walk along the property."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

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2-star hotels in Santa Cruz

Beach Street Inn and Suites

125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA

CA $301

CA $343 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 2 - Jun 3

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)

Santa Cruz Cheap Hotels information

Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz	3
Highest price	CA $422
Cheapest price	CA $94
Number of guest reviews	3,018
Total number of hotels in Santa Cruz	700

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers on a budget?

Santa Cruz has a variety of cheap accommodations and things to do, making it a great getaway spot for budget travelers. In addition to its well-known attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, this destination is home to University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and Pleasure Point Park, which you can enjoy while spending very little.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Santa Cruz?

Based on our traveler reviews, Ocean Pacific Lodge is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other choices to stay on the cheap include Beachview Inn and Torch Lite Inn.

How many inexpensive hotels should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?

Choose a hotel that suits your wallet among Expedia’s 16 budget hotels in Santa Cruz.

What's the weather like in Santa Cruz?

Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Santa Cruz, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn’t as good. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.

What is there to see and do in Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz is known for its sporting events and surfing, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Enjoy the outdoors at Main Beach and Santa Cruz Main Beach, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Ocean Street.

How can I get to Santa Cruz and get around on a budget?

Scoping out the transportation options in Santa Cruz is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the center in Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal). However, if that doesn’t suit your budget, you can look into flights to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. Santa Cruz might not have very many public transit options so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to see the area.