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Top 10 trending Santa Cruz hotels

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"The location perfect walking distance to everything. Paula is the one who helped us check in she was amazing and she suggested a restaurant on the pier and she nailed it. Paula has so much knowledge about santa cruz and thing to todo. I would definitely ask her before going out. Can't wait to come back. "
The price is P8,597
P9,877 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Monarch Cove Inn
Front of property
Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (660)
"I really appreciate getting a larger room since it was available."
The price is P10,170
P11,571 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Monarch Cove Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Beautiful ocean view. Free upgrade."
The price is P14,285
P16,260 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (794)
"Great location and hotel!! Very clean and the staff are kind and accommodating. "
The price is P7,522
P8,600 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Had a problem with a drop in the AC system—began about 3:00 AM and continued until about 6:0” no sleep! "
The price is P7,459
P8,587 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (373)
"Was clean and nice "
The price is P8,548
P9,717 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Marea Sol Hotel
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"We enjoyed our stay at the Hyatt Place very much. Great breakfast bar! The hotel is comfortable and attractive. A walk to the beach is utterly doable, boardwalk is maybe six or seven blocks away. Would definitely stay here again. Hyatt Place is located in an older downtown neighborhood, Not great, but definitely not scary! "
The price is P8,147
P9,373 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (934)
"It was an excellent experience...although when the young very large group of students or athletes arrived, the quiet and manners at breadfast deteriorated...but otherwise, atmosphere, room & staff were pleasant & helpful."
The price is P7,343
P8,471 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Friendly staff. Dog friendly. Quiet surrounding. Walking distant to beach/boardwalk. "
The price is P5,112
P6,611 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Mission Inn
Front of property - evening/night
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"We arrived late and they weee very accommodating. Also upgraded our rooms to kings. Good start after a stressful day."
The price is P6,425
P7,843 total
includes taxes & fees
May 8 - May 9
Mission Inn
Hotel Los Gatos
Outdoor pool
Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Beautiful hotel just a short walk from the town center Reception staff were so helpful Pool area was clean and heated we went in March and could easily get into outdoor pool best hotel on our road trip for very little more "
The price is P8,548
P11,312 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Hotel Los Gatos
Capitola Venetian Hotel
Beach/ocean view
Capitola Venetian Hotel
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (592)
"Perfect location with helpful staff"
The price is P11,519
P13,157 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
Capitola Venetian Hotel
Casablanca On The Beach
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1219)
"It has the best location. Right in town Where you can see the ocean and boardwalk from the shared balcony space. "
The price is P8,549
P12,021 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Casablanca On The Beach
Seaside Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Had a pleasant stay, room was comfortable and staff were friendly. Location was great. "
The price is P4,532
P5,842 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Seaside Inn & Suites
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Bar (on property)
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (615)
"Quite old but it wirjed for us. I don't think the shower/tub was ADA compliant....no hand grip or foot grips in the tub. My husband said he almost slipped. But setting was pretty cool and they had a diner and a lounge with live music."
The price is P6,655
P8,524 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice little hotel in a great location. Clean. Good value for the area "
The price is P5,644
P6,503 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1006)
"Nice property! Great for families or couples. The food and drinks were great, just too expensive!"
The price is P8,285
P9,615 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1012)
"Check in was easy. Deposit was only 37 dollars. Don't know why but its better than the usual 100. There's breakfast and yes they have a waffle machine. You can eat in the breakfast area or take back to your room. There's guest laundry i live that is like 150 to wash 200 to dry available from 9am to 10 pm. "
The price is P5,135
P5,995 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (381)
"Our stay at this hotel was great! Our first floor room was very spacious and was well-stocked with everything we needed except body lotion. We would have loved another outlet or two (one on each side of each bed would have been great; one bed did not have an outlet on one side) and drawers vs. shelves for storing clothing would have been even better, but overall I have nothing bad to say. The fitness center was extremely clean and there was lots of equipment available, and I especially loved...
The price is P6,847
P7,806 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1047)
"Pleasure to revisit."
The price is P6,689
P7,671 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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Westside Santa Cruz

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Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

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Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

500 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is P3,730 per night from May 20 to May 21
P3,730
per night
20 May - 21 May
7/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)

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Santa Cruz hotels information

Number of reviews
5,376
Accommodation
709 hotels
Lowest Price
P3,730
Highest Price
P14,285

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Santa Cruz?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is a favorite with Expedia customers. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Capitola Beach, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Traveler reviews also recommend Beach Street Inn and Suites and Dream Inn Santa Cruz as top choices for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

Westside Santa Cruz is a walkable neighborhood known for its beautiful beach. Other favorite areas in Santa Cruz include Downtown Santa Cruz and Eastside Santa Cruz.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Santa Cruz?

For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Santa Cruz, head over to our customer service page.

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 good choices for your budget-friendly stay include Beachview Inn and Torch Lite Inn. View all budget hotels in Santa Cruz.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Westside Santa Cruz?

With 67 hotels and other accommodations to choose from in this neighborhood, you should find the perfect place for your trip. Based on Expedia customer reviews, West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn is the highest ranked property in Westside Santa Cruz. This 3.5-star B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It is located a short 2-minute walk from Main Beach. Other favorite options in the area include Babbling Brook Inn and Pacific Blue Inn.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Santa Cruz?

Pacific Blue Inn is a favorite with our customers staying in Downtown Santa Cruz. This 3-star B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It is located a short 9-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Santa Cruz?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your stay with the kids include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Comfort Inn Santa Cruz. Attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Boardwalk Bowl are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What's the best place to stay for a romantic vacation to Santa Cruz?

Inn At Pasatiempo is a favorite hotel for couples, and features pillowtop beds and wedding services. Other good options for your romantic getaway include Babbling Brook Inn and Rio Vista Suites. See all romantic hotels in Santa Cruz.

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free WiFi and a 24-hour fitness center. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz are other good choices for your vacation. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Cruz.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers an outdoor pool along with free WiFi for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet's trip include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Casablanca On The Beach. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Cruz.

Where is the best hotel to stay with easy access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

Adjacent to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Casablanca On The Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices close by include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.

What about the best place to stay near Mystery Spot?

One of the top choices for your stay is Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Mystery Spot, and this 3.5-star hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Chaminade Resort & Spa are a couple of other good options within a few miles.

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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

5/5 Excellent
"Pleasure to revisit."
A verified traveler from Patterson stayed at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Posted 7 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley