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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

1. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,552 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is P4,742
P6,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.7 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,364 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is P8,056
P9,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,041 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is P14,351
P16,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

4. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (583 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is P15,633
P21,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Terrace/patio

5. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is P7,684
P8,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,178 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Ruth
The price is P7,566
P8,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,359 reviews)
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
United States
cindy
The price is P8,109
P9,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,297 reviews)
"Would stay again. Amazing staff."
United States
Sarika
The price is P7,981
P9,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

9. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,348 reviews)
"Easy check in, friendly staff and the room was clean"
United States
Nikki
The price is P6,368
P7,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (722 reviews)
"We stayed here for one night, the staff that we interacted with was very nice and helpful. Breakfast was delicious and hot. Room was spacious and clean, the only thing I would complain about is the shower. The shower was a bit dirty and stained, especially the shower floor and other areas within the shower."
United States
Adrian
The price is P6,301
P7,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is P7,294
P8,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

12. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,653 reviews)
"i liked how clean the whole property and rooms were"
United States
Sofia
The price is P7,435
P8,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Marea Sol Hotel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.

13. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (686 reviews)
"Clean rooms breakfast was very good."
United States
Arturo
The price is P7,299
P8,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

14. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (194 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is P5,310
P6,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Carousel Beach Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

15. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,283 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is P5,603
P9,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Casablanca On The Beach
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

16. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is P5,852
P7,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Mission Inn
A modern reception area with a glass-top table, beige sofas, and a white counter.

17. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"easy access, good location, and breakfast was very good."
United States
NELSON A.
The price is P6,334
P7,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Best Western Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

18. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is P9,926
P11,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a high ceiling with skylights, and a mix of wooden and upholstered furniture.

19. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast was spectacular and the staff very kind and helpful. Great room."
United States
Susan Ortiz
The price is P6,913
P7,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

20. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,163 reviews)
"Great value. Clean and convenient! Will stay here again!"
United States
Joe
The price is P3,965
P5,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Seaside Inn & Suites
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Compare top hotels in Downtown

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
Downtown
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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.7 km from Downtown
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A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
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Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Downtown
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8.8
Excellent
1,552 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,364 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,041 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
583 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
The price is P4,742
P6,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
The price is P8,056
P9,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
The price is P14,351
P16,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The price is P15,633
P21,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The price is P7,684
P8,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A natural rock arch formation on a beach with waves crashing below.

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.

A white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and people.
Photo by Ian Durant
Open Photo by Ian Durant

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.

A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.

A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

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.

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

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.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good
"The view was great and our stay was great."
Jacqueline 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Marea Sol Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travelers to the Downtown neighborhood in Santa Cruz will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House as part of your Downtown travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown?
For your stay in Downtown, Ocean Pacific Lodge is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown?
With 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Downtown.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown are Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House. When you're sightseeing in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pacific Garden Mall are also worth a stop.