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Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific LodgeDowntown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,363 reviews)
"Very clean room, great parking and very friendly staff. "
Samuel
The price is P4,909
P6,449 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
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, (1,270 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, pier nearby l."
Krzysztof
The price is P9,065
P10,424 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains17 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We really liked how reasonable the rates were, easy to park, very spacious rooms, and super dog-friendly. We enjoyed checking out the small towns and liked how close the hotel was to hiking trails. Plenty of restaurants and cafes nearby."
S.
The price is P4,558
P5,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, excellent hike trails, fun for kids."
Chao
The price is P8,211
P11,938 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville23.8 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great staff. Great amenities. Thank you so much "
Christopher
The price is P7,950
P9,171 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Monarch Cove Inn
Monarch Cove Inn7.6 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (985 reviews)
"Beautiful location! Nice staff, clean room, lovely peak at the ocean."
Kimberly
The price is P12,422
P14,111 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The housekeeping staff was excellent."
Garry
The price is P12,486
P14,263 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites5.8 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast and jacuzzi rooms were amaaing "
Monica
The price is P8,200
P9,436 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea6.8 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was great room was clean "
Kristina
The price is P7,442
P8,897 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola5.7 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel! Friendly staff, clean, spacious rooms"
Jennifer
The price is P9,131
P10,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and great breakfast."
Oksana
The price is P7,713
P8,905 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Fern River Resort
Fern River Resort8.5 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (500 reviews)
"Great location near park and very spacious cabin. "
Gustavo Gamboa
The price is P6,452
P8,167 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Mission Inn
Mission InnWestside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean and decent. Good place for the price."
Lehe
The price is P5,567
P6,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Comfort Inn Watsonville22.6 km from Downtown
7.0 out of 10, Good, (636 reviews)
"There are no frills but a clean comfortable room with a helpful staff. The hoyel is close to everything and quiet."
Julie
The price is P7,170
P8,291 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Seaway Inn
Seaway InnWestside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Rooms were spacious and clean. The close proximity to the beach made for a very relaxing place to spend a couple of days. I would stay there again."
Linda
The price is P7,667
P9,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
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, (658 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast and convenient parking and location. Would definitely stay again."
Sue
The price is P7,918
P9,136 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach CottagesEastside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (597 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
George
The price is P8,218
P9,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton10.6 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,115 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a great area with easy access to the beach, shops and restaurants. "
Seann
The price is P6,849
P7,938 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel28.4 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (747 reviews)
"Clean rooms, very comfortable and inviting. Staff was great. Parking was a little sparse but after construction is done I’m sure that’ll be better"
Mary
The price is P7,308
P8,199 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue InnDowntown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (916 reviews)
"Perfect location. Staff was really friendly."
Rosa
The price is P6,067
P7,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
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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 Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 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.
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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.
Downtown Santa Cruz
Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.
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