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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, (1,537 reviews)
"Fantastic location, spacious room, comfy bed and a reasonable price; all good!"
United States
Carolyn
The price is P5,023
P6,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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, (1,344 reviews)
"Great location by beautiful beach and boardwalk"
United States
Jill Susanne
The price is P8,475
P9,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff, very clean room, nice pool & hot tub. Great value!"
United States
Margaret
The price is P7,964
P9,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

4. 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, (1,166 reviews)
"Great hotel close to boardwalk"
United States
jessika
The price is P9,030
P10,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

5. 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, (1,264 reviews)
"Great stay,"
United States
Steve
The price is P8,717
P10,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

6. 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, (1,045 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is P16,875
P19,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

7. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, rooms are great as well"
United States
Javier
The price is P4,797
P6,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Beachview Inn
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, 0.8 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay! You can walk to the beach, they have treats they hand out at the check in office and the pool is nice and warm. Everyone was very friendly."
United States
Julie
The price is P8,089
P9,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Beach Street Inn and Suites
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

9. 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, (1,346 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is P10,096
P11,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

10. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,612 reviews)
"The location was ideal for visiting the boardwalk. The staff were very helpful and had great recommendations for great food."
United States
Katharine
The price is P6,876
P7,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Marea Sol Hotel
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)
"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 P7,676
P8,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

12. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, good location"
United States
Hoa
The price is P6,341
P7,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Inn
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

13. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (946 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Verycharming place, enjoyed our stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is P6,208
P7,396 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Pacific Blue Inn
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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff were really nice and helpful."
United States
Crystal
The price is P5,200
P6,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Carousel Beach Inn
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

15. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (295 reviews)
"Great location and rooms were very nice. Staff was excellent, we will be back!"
United States
Mina
The price is P8,127
P9,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Seaway Inn
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

16. 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, (490 reviews)
"We loved every minute of our stay!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is P16,884
P22,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.

17. 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, (674 reviews)
"Clean rooms breakfast was very good."
United States
Arturo
The price is P7,154
P8,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a landscaped entrance with plants and a wheelchair-accessible sign.

18. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"The rooms were great, bed was very comfortable and breakfast was good."
United States
Nireitha
The price is P7,409
P8,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

19. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,327 reviews)
"nice hotel and staff, excellent location,"
United States
Bertha
The price is P5,857
P6,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

20. 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, (705 reviews)
"Very quiet, great breakfast selections, and near walking distance to restaurants!"
United States
Monika
The price is P7,662
P8,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.
Photo by rabbit.Hole
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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.

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 Pleasure Point Park.

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.

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.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very friendly. Helpful. Allowed me to check in early without charging me extra and helped with setting up long-term stay as I'm out in the area for work and really am trying to find a place that I can call home until I find a place to actually buy as my own."
Amra 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

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 14 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.