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Our top choices for Santa Cruz County cheap hotels

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1. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
KimLien
The price is P5,726
P7,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Mission Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

2. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great location."
United States
Michael
The price is P4,161
P5,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Beachview Inn
A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

3. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
Aptos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,187 reviews)
"We loved the whole ambiance of this property. Our room was great, the grounds were beautiful. Had a great breakfast at the restaurant and there was ample parking very close to our room. We will definitely stay here again."
United States
Michael
The price is P6,609
P7,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

4. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,017 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff, they have plenty of parking."
United States
SONIA ARACELI MATA
The price is P3,350
P4,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
United States
Natalya
The price is P7,555
P8,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

6. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,551 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Anthony
The price is P4,626
P6,154 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

7. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,037 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is P15,687
P17,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

8. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Corinne
The price is P8,559
P9,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Beach Street Inn and Suites
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

9. Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Good location, rooms were kept clean!"
United States
KAREN
The price is P4,118
P5,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Continental Inn
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.

10. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,232 reviews)
"Close proximity to the boardwalk."
United States
Lorena
The price is P4,301
P5,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Surf City Inn and Suites
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