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Santa Cruz – 71 hotels and places to stay

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West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Nestled on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach, this 3-story Victorian home is a restful bed and breakfast that offers unique guestrooms and thoughtful amenities just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach...

L
Lucian
From
Romania
Lovely hotel in a lovely little coastal town. It has everything you expect from a boutique hotel: customer orientation, attention to details, cozy atmosphere... The location is great, the building is looking good. You basically have the beach near you. Also the pier is even closer.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews
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SEK 1,873.78
1 night, 2 adults
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Swell House Santa Cruz

Hotel in Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Swell House Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz, a 6-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach and 2.5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

C
Cole
From
United States
Booked the swell house for a spontaneous trip and it could not have been more perfect. Super clean space, great quality amenities and finishes, awesome location within close proximity to everything we wanted in Santa Cruz.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
SEK 1,964.11
1 night, 2 adults
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

In a prime location in the center of Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness center.

M
Mirna
From
Switzerland
The hotel exceeded our expectations. During our roadtrip we visited 9 different hotels, and this was the best that we got for the value. The staff was friendly and the room was spacious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,118 reviews
Price from
SEK 1,201.71
1 night, 2 adults
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SeaSide Inn & Suites

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, a 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

F
Felicia
From
Netherlands
i felt very comfortable and safe as a solo traveler. bed was very comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 955 reviews
Price from
SEK 762.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Marea Sol Hotel

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel is conveniently set in the center of Santa Cruz, and provides an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.

S
Shane
From
United States
The staff was very accommodating
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 768 reviews
Price from
SEK 1,224.01
1 night, 2 adults
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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, a 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared...

R
Richelle
From
United States
The rooms are so nice and clean, and I really loved the mini Starbucks
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Price from
SEK 1,034.24
1 night, 2 adults
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, a 15-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge.

M
Mubarak
From
Kuwait
Big clean modern room, friendly staff, location good 15 min walking from the beach and far away from homeless.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 726 reviews
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SEK 1,195.54
1 night, 2 adults
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Sea & Sand Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle.

A
Allen
From
Norway
We had the cottage with the hot tub on the cliff. Wow! Nothing like it. Highly recommended if the price tag doesn't hurt, which it did ha, but I'm not rich.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
Price from
SEK 2,362.62
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.

J
Jennifer
From
United States
The location was fine. There is a beautiful park and walking path adjacent to the hotel. The room was nicely updated, the bed was comfortable and everything was very clean. I was pleasantly surprised. The outside of the hotel is deceptive because the lobby, restaurant, pool area, and the rooms in comparison are stunning!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 515 reviews
Price from
SEK 1,224.01
1 night, 2 adults
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The Inn at Pasatiempo

Hotel in Santa Cruz

Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, this french-country Santa Cruz, CA inn is adjacent to Pasatiempo Golf Course, designed by Alister Mackenzie.

M
Matt
From
United States
Cozy hotel in the perfect location in Santa Cruz: close to the forests and the beach. Highly recommend and will stay again when we return to Santa Cruz!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 440 reviews
Price from
SEK 1,034.24
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,792 reviews

    Located across the street from the Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Casablanca Inn on The Beach overlooks Monterey Bay. Free WiFi and ocean views are featured in most rooms.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Beach Hill Bungalow is located in Santa Cruz, just 2.6 miles from University of California Santa Cruz and 3.8 miles from Pasatiempo Golf Club. The vacation home has access to a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Santa Cruz, Edgewater Beach Inn has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews

    Featuring barbecue facilities and a garden, Santa Cruz Hostel is located in Santa Cruz, 1640 feet from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Santa Cruz, Cliff Crest Inn has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,734 reviews

    Located 2 minutes’ walk away from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Carousel Beach Inn offers rooms equipped with a private balcony. It serves a daily continental breakfast.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Boardwalk Dream offers accommodations in Santa Cruz, a 6-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 0.9 miles from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. The vacation home has access to a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,118 reviews

    In a prime location in the center of Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness center.

Hotels located in the center of Santa Cruz

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews

    Located next to Boardwalk Bowl, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling is less than 5 minutes' walk to Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Free Wi-Fi and free 1 car parking is included in the reservation.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 956 reviews

    Aqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.

  • The property offers free private parking. The property is a 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach and within 300 yards of the city center. Towels and bed linen are offered in the bed and breakfast.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews

    Located less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, this hotel is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes’ drive from University of California -Santa Cruz.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews

    This California hotel is one block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a seasonal outdoor heated pool and rooms include a flat-screen cable TV with HBO.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 789 reviews

    Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features beautiful ocean views and a hot tub.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 420 reviews

    This motel in Santa Cruz is within walking distance of the beach, boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. The motel offers free Wi-Fi, spacious rooms, and a seasonal, outdoor pool.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 311 reviews

    Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers free parking and easy access to a variety of local attractions.

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Cruz and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews

    Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is 2 mi from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews

    Located in Downtown Santa Cruz this hotel is 15 minutes' walk from many shops and restaurants. The hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Parking is free for guests.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

    Located 1.4 miles from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area offers 2-star accommodations in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 807 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, California, 10 minutes from Lighthouse Field State Beach, this hotel features an outdoor pool and bright, contemporary rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

    Ideally located off Highway 17 and only minutes from the beautiful beaches of Santa Cruz, California, this hotel offers many thoughtful amenities, and is close to popular area attractions.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews

    Offering a fitness center, Best Western Inn is set in Santa Cruz in the California Region, 1.5 mi from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

    Conveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

    Located off scenic California Highway 1, Fairfield Inn & Suites is less than 2 miles away from the University of California Santa Cruz.

FAQs about hotels in Santa Cruz

Surfin’ USA in Bohemian CA

Santa Cruz was surf central California long before the Beach Boys sang about it. The Surfing Museum in the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse tells stories of those who have braved some of the world’s best waves.

Overlooking the ocean rollers are the Coconut Grove Ballroom and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - the oldest amusement park in the state of CA, and the last original one on the West Coast. Its historic carousel, rollercoasters and rides are a colourful backdrop to Cowell’s Beach, best viewed from the Sky Glider cable cars.

Jutting into Monterey Bay is the wharf where sea lions bask and pelicans decide on their next meal. Seafood restaurants are abundant here and the bars provide lively nightlife. Pacific Avenue is the main shopping area and one street away is the Museum of Art & History.

Unsurprisingly for a surfer hotspot, the city has a liberal outlook and is known for political activism - a far cry from the era when the Santa Cruz Mission was established. The mission is now a state park alongside Natural Bridges Beach and the Big Basin Redwoods in forested hills behind the city, home to the gravity-defying Mystery Spot.

Booking.com’s Santa Cruz accommodation includes pet-friendly motels, hotels with hot tubs and cheap inns near UCSC.

What Guests Said About Santa Cruz:

  • 10.0

    When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring...

    When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring us to Santa Cruz all summer long. Coming again as an adult brought back so many fond memories. The boardwalk was so different then then. Santa Cruz is such a fun place and so many rides and shops. Every child needs to experience it at least once in their lifetime.
    Guest review by
    Wanda Papineau
    United States
  • 10.0

    We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of...

    We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of the season, but aside from traffic and the Murray Bridge being out, we didn't feel inconvenienced by the larger crowds. The beaches were clean, the warf was a blast, the Seymour Marine Discovery Center was amazing, food was great and the locals were kind!
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    United States
  • 10.0

    The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people,...

    The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people, terrific beaches, lots of eateries, beach boardwalk and arcade fun. Walking around the boardwalk area feels safe, if crowded, on weekends. There is definitely a broad range of fun activities for families.
    Guest review by
    Marian
    United States
  • 10.0

    We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local...

    We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local restaurants. We found that breakfast at Zachary's was excellent. Their potatoes are really tasty and the have homemade bread. We had dinner at Bedda Mia. Their Spaghetti alle vongole and Carbonara is good. We would go back to both of those places.
    Guest review by
    Ann
  • 10.0

    But I most like the beaches I would like to just sit out...

    But I most like the beaches I would like to just sit out there for half a day towards the evening a watch the sunset. It’s just beautiful and everything else is fine. I like the food places. I recommend them to check out some of the food places just wanted a little more time at this wonderful little place to stay or live.
    Guest review by
    Rebecca
    United States
  • 8.0

    Santa Cruz is a big part of my family's history.

    Santa Cruz is a big part of my family's history. It's my happy place and is now my kids', too. We love the ocean & beaches anywhere, but it's special here. We love the town, it's age, architecture and setting. Weather is unbeatable. The Boardwalk is famous for a reason. It's big, but not too big. Rides are a perfect balance of terrifying to just fun so there's something for everyone. Some of us don't do rides at all and are perfectly happy with the beach, arcades, games and shops instead. I do have to warn that prices have gone up noticeably this year and they weren't bargains to begin with. All day parking across from the Boardwalk is now $35, large corn dogs are almost $10. There aren't as many beach showers available anymore and the whole Boardwalk has gone cashless, card only. You can buy one from a vending machine or kiosk good anywhere on the Walk if you don't have a credit card. They removed most of the classic arcade games from the main arcade, which is a loss to my husband, my sister and me. Ticket values from games in the redemption center have gone way down, too, in this new economy. But the mini golf is still there and fun as always 😉 Prices are up all over town, not just the Boardwalk. Our family's must-visit is Santa Cruz Diner & almost every breakfast item now starts at $19+. You can keep costs down a bit by going on off peak days or even season & using the fridge in ur room for meals and snacks. Enjoy it all, but be prepared to pay!
    Guest review by
    Stephanie
    United States

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  • Ocean Pacific Lodge

    Santa Cruz
    From SEK 1,359.30 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,160 reviews
    Location near the beach pier and promenade price of the motel was great, good sized rooms for family of 4, hotel and area was clean and felt safe walking around the area, pool was a good size and positioned well to get sun and shade as needed.
    Guest review by
    david
    United Kingdom

  • Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

    Santa Cruz
    From SEK 1,687.18 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews
    Great hotel in a lovely location. Close to Santa Cruz, but far enough away for it to be a peaceful break. I liked the bar area, it was very relaxing by the fire on an evening.
    Guest review by
    Jade
    United Kingdom

  • Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

    Santa Cruz
    From SEK 1,196.78 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 830 reviews
    Front desk was absolutely amazing! Location is perfectly located in between the beach and downtown. Would stay here everytime I stay in Santa Cruz
    Guest review by
    John
    United States

  • Mission Inn

    Santa Cruz
    From SEK 1,896.44 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 917 reviews
    Good location to explore Santa Cruz. The hotel was comfortable enough and the stay was ok. Room was pretty big and bathroom was nice.
    Guest review by
    Rachel
    United Kingdom

  • Continental Inn

    Santa Cruz
    From SEK 1,134.52 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews
    The staff were really kind friendly and accommodating! Room was comfortable and clean. Very decent place in Santa Cruz
    Guest review by
    Pascal
    Switzerland

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