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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (880)
"Was very quiet nice place to stay "
The price is P5,175
P6,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Pacific Blue Inn
Fern River Resort
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (445)
"Beautiful property! We will definitely be coming back! "
The price is P5,015
P6,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Fern River Resort
Masood's Lodge
3 bedrooms, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Masood's Lodge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (170)
"Very relaxing stay. My whole family loved it!"
The price is P8,364
P12,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Masood's Lodge
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Property amenity

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Lovely place !! Clean facility and staff were great and friendly!!"
The price is P6,048
P6,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Lobby

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1013)
"Clean, courteous, easy parking "
The price is P6,090
P6,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Balcony view

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (533)
"Amazing views and wildlife! Great spot. "
The price is P7,697
P8,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Lobby

Inn At Moss Landing Point

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (895)
"The hotel was very nice, clean, staff was extremely friendly. Would stay here again! "
Inn At Moss Landing Point
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Lounge

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (979)
"Great place to stay, great staff "
The price is P5,467
P6,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great- would stay again👍"
The price is P9,246
P10,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Lobby

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Friendly staff and very clean. We really enjoyed our stay."
The price is P6,871
P7,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (906)
"The property was very clean."
The price is P7,612
P8,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (865)
"Loved the place. It was located within walking distance of several restaurants the staff was friendly and helpful- would stay there again. "
The price is P4,547
P5,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains
Seascape Beach Resort
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Seascape Beach Resort

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (833)
"Awesome place to stay "
The price is P18,265
P24,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Seascape Beach Resort
Harbor Inn
Beach nearby

Harbor Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (351)
"Nice space and very helpful staff. Everything is close by and easy to get to. The space is comfortable and clean and secure."
The price is P11,000
P12,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Harbor Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Free buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Good location, nice staff,"
The price is P8,606
P9,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Staff is very friendly and accommodating. "
The price is P6,141
P9,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Super clean rooms and the restaurant was great for breakfast and dinning. "
The price is P6,001
P6,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great hotel, staff and breakfast"
The price is P6,376
P7,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Had an Awesome stay here. "
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beach towels

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (547)
"Enjoyed a night here with the sound of waves, clean room , easy walk to beach and dog friendly"
The price is P9,434
P10,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz

Find the best Downtown Santa Cruz 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.

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 38th Avenue Beach Access.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Top Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Always a great stay. Great service and breakfast "
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Santa Cruz like?

Downtown Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants and biking. Are you looking for Downtown Santa Cruz travel tips? Be sure to check out Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Pacific Blue Inn is the highest ranked property in Downtown Santa Cruz. This guesthouse is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers in-room fireplaces and free WiFi.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Santa Cruz.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Santa Cruz?

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What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighborhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Downtown Santa Cruz, consider Pacific Garden Mall or Pacific Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Williams-Reynolds House, and Town Clock. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mission Santa Cruz are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.