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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

1. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (473 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is P5,351
P6,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

2. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (631 reviews)
"Very comfy beds Hot water Full kitchen Very clean Nice TV channels Very close to beach access Cute lil' breakfast"
United States
Donald
The price is P11,208
P12,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

3. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is P6,024
P10,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
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, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,180 reviews)
"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."
United States
Leslie
The price is P8,481
P9,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,356 reviews)
"Great location, very clean property and friendly staff"
United States
Frank
The price is P8,458
P9,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

6. 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, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,276 reviews)
"Great stay,"
United States
Steve
The price is P7,948
P9,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A row of wicker chairs on a gravel patio adjacent to a building with a window.

7. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel!"
United States
Erica
The price is P9,963
P14,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

8. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,034 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is P15,714
P17,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is P8,449
P9,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

10. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,340 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is P9,012
P10,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

11. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,643 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Donna
The price is P6,862
P7,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Marea Sol Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,321 reviews)
"nice hotel and staff, excellent location,"
United States
Bertha
The price is P5,975
P6,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Great spot and an excellent value"
United States
Paul
The price is P6,330
P7,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Inn At Pasatiempo
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Nathan
The price is P8,352
P9,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

15. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,546 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is P4,634
P6,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (528 reviews)
"Beautiful property, awesome pool and hot tub, perfect location"
United States
paola
The price is P16,381
P21,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Lobby

17. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This is a very nice hotel that is well maintained and a joy to stay at. The front desk staff is great for any info you may need. We will definately stay here again when we are in Capitola."
United States
Steven
The price is P6,122
P7,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

18. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (713 reviews)
"Breakfast"
United States
Ingrid
The price is P7,646
P8,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

19. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
3.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (890 reviews)
"The place they gave us was nice. Windows with a nice view. But our fireplace wasn’t working and the heater. It was a chilly night. That wasn’t a good thing."
United States
Cecilia
The price is P12,438
P14,218 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location with spacious rooms and good breakfast."
United States
William
The price is P8,458
P9,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with two prominent rock formations and a sandy beach.
Photo by Shereen Ward
Open Photo by Shereen Ward

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 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 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.

A beach with people playing and walking.
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

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 Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great location across from the beach and near the boardwalk. The restaurant downstairs is great and the poolside service was a treat."
Jon Karlo 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like?
Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveler data, Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This aparthotel is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
How many hotels will I find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 220 hotels and other accommodations in Eastside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Eastside Santa Cruz.
What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach, and Sunny Cove Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighborhood. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Harbor Beach, and Lincoln Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.