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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

1. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (444 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet Was with my kids and felt safe"
United States
Melanie
The price is P6,360
P7,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hitching Post Studios Inn

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, (615 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, pack a sweater or two"
United States
Jason
The price is P11,149
P12,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is P7,143
P11,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Bella Notte

4. 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, (1,358 reviews)
"Good clean hotel, very good location with very friendly stuff"
United States
Igor
The price is P10,916
P12,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,244 reviews)
"Very clean hotel - nice staff. Breakfast was great!"
United States
Kristina
The price is P7,988
P9,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

6. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable room, very helpful staff, great breakfast offered Bathroom very nice and clean"
United States
Aprille
The price is P9,872
P11,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel was conveniently located so we could walk to attractions and restaurants. We would definitely stay again."
United States
Dori
The price is P8,603
P9,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family"
United States
Iram
The price is P7,781
P11,788 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa

9. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, great location, good breakfast and comfortable beds!"
United States
Abby
The price is P9,872
P11,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

10. 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, (1,153 reviews)
"We love the location, friendly staff, and cleanliness of this hotel. We have stayed her more then one time and every time it's great."
United States
Holly
The price is P9,340
P10,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

11. 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, (1,320 reviews)
"love staying here"
United States
Cecelia
The price is P6,833
P7,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

12. 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, (1,329 reviews)
"Love this hotel! Beautiful accommodations, warm, friendly staff, awesome pool, very family friendly!"
United States
Brenda
The price is P10,385
P11,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

13. 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, (700 reviews)
"Very quiet, great breakfast selections, and near walking distance to restaurants!"
United States
Monika
The price is P9,019
P10,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

14. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was clean and well maintained. The breakfast was delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
Sang
The price is P7,312
P8,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Best Western Inn

15. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (667 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. The place was clean and well maintenance. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Latoya
The price is P8,264
P9,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 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 P8,827
P10,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

17. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (957 reviews)
"Conveniently located a short walk from boardwalk and beach."
United States
virgil
The price is P3,947
P5,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

18. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,118 reviews)
"Had a great experience, room was clean and had all the basic amenities. Staff was super nice."
United States
Sean
The price is P3,816
P5,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Seaside Inn & Suites

19. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The rooms were great, bed was very comfortable and breakfast was good."
United States
Nireitha
The price is P8,044
P9,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

20. 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, (1,042 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Annette
The price is P18,195
P20,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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 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 226 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 Harbor 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, Lincoln Beach, and Sunny Cove 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.