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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, (501 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is P4,872
P5,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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, (647 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Buffet breakfast was amazing. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Tonya
The price is P7,112
P8,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is P5,496
P10,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

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, (1,363 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 P6,712
P7,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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.

5. 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, (1,040 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is P12,560
P14,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Dream Inn 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, (1,300 reviews)
"Great sized room."
United States
Josette
The price is P8,024
P9,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A man and a woman standing in a hallway with a patterned floor and a staircase with geometric designs.

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, (1,003 reviews)
"I enjoyed every bit of my stay here"
United States
Lynette
The price is P9,120
P13,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

8. 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, (1,186 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is P6,988
P8,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great for families l!"
United States
Jig
The price is P7,263
P8,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

10. 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, (1,013 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is P7,254
P8,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

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, (1,362 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is P5,044
P5,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

12. 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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is P6,689
P7,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

13. 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, (1,364 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is P7,520
P8,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Lobby

14. 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)
"Tana at the front desk was very helpful and pleasant."
United States
Jane
The price is P5,363
P6,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

15. 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, (1,648 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is P6,821
P7,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Marea Sol Hotel
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
20.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were pleasant, helpful and friendly. The room was immaculate, and the breakfast was great as expected."
United States
JOEL
The price is P7,328
P8,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

17. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is P6,983
P8,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

18. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,555 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 P4,245
P6,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

19. 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, (727 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is P6,735
P7,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

20. 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, (610 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is P17,014
P22,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
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Compare popular hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
23 reviews
View
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
647 reviews
View
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
501 reviews
View
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
610 reviews
View
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
772 reviews
View

Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz 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 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.

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.

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.

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

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Eastside Santa Cruz, head over to our customer service page.

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.

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