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1. Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific LodgeDowntown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,485 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
Lawrence
The price is P5,471
P7,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa CruzBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.7 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,353 reviews)
"Spacious room especially if you are traveling with kids. Easy access to beach boardwalk and restaurants"
Vishal
The price is P11,430
P13,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
3. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"We really enjoyed the pool, free breakfast, clean rooms, friendly staff."
Susana
The price is P10,315
P11,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,033 reviews)
"One of our favorite places to stay for a long weekend."
Dr. Donald
The price is P22,049
P24,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHGWestside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,235 reviews)
"Great place and staff"
Alexandre
The price is P9,779
P11,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
6. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa CruzBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,162 reviews)
"We love the location, friendly staff, and cleanliness of this hotel. We have stayed her more then one time and every time it's great."
Holly
The price is P9,885
P11,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
7. Beachview Inn
Beachview InnWestside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"It was very clean and so convenient next to the beach."
TONY
The price is P6,908
P8,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
8. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph CollectionWestside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,305 reviews)
"Love this hotel! Beautiful accommodations, warm, friendly staff, awesome pool, very family friendly!"
Brenda
The price is P12,219
P13,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CAWestside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
Natalya
The price is P8,820
P10,154 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CAWestside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (691 reviews)
"Very quiet, great breakfast selections, and near walking distance to restaurants!"
Monika
The price is P9,047
P10,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
11. Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol HotelWestside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,604 reviews)
"We loved being across the street from the beach and walking distance to the boardwalk. The location was perfect and the hotel was nice. The staff was very kind and helpful. Would totally come back!"
Azra
The price is P9,339
P10,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
12. Beach Street Inn and Suites
Beach Street Inn and SuitesWestside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Best location and awesome views- very friendly staff!"
Stephanie
The price is P15,104
P17,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
13. Mission Inn
Mission InnWestside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 reviews)
"Clean room and the staff was all friendly and helpful!"
Emily
The price is P7,949
P9,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
14. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz NorthWestside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,290 reviews)
"love staying here"
Cecelia
The price is P6,828
P7,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
15. La Bahia Hotel and Spa
La Bahia Hotel and SpaWestside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (406 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, amazing staff, prime location."
Toleen
The price is P24,906
P31,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
16. Seaway Inn
Seaway InnWestside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (263 reviews)
"Convenient and clean - rooms were large, and beds were comfortable."
Cristina
The price is P12,833
P14,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
17. The Aqua Pacific Hotel
The Aqua Pacific HotelLower Ocean, 1.2 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (935 reviews)
"It’s a quiet place and fine for spending the night; I liked that it’s close to the beach."
Ismael
The price is P5,673
P7,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
18. Carousel Beach Inn
Carousel Beach InnWestside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Great stay"
Patricia
The price is P9,174
P10,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
19. Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue InnDowntown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (940 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Verycharming place, enjoyed our stay."
Nicole
The price is P9,183
P10,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
20. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Bay Front Inn Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,034 reviews)
"Great location and room was spacious"
Clara
The price is P9,368
P11,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
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Where to stay in Downtown
Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Westside Santa Cruz
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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Eastside Santa Cruz
Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.
Pleasure Point
While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.
Beach Hill - Beach Flats
Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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Upper Seabright
When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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