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Our top choices for Lower Ocean cheap hotels

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.
A hotel sign with a logo and name, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a stone wall.
A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.

1. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
virgil
P3,346
P4,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.
A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a red chair.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.
A covered corridor with a railing, large windows, and a view of a parking lot.

2. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
John
P4,380
P4,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Drift Inn
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.
A golf course with artificial green turf, a flagstick, and a stone wall.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

3. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Heather
P4,489
P5,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Surf City Inn and Suites
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.
A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

4. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Arif
P4,243
P4,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A hotel room with a white bed, two bedside lamps, a bedside phone, and a digital clock on the nightstand.
A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting of a beach scene on the wall, a potted plant, and a door leading to another room.
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants.

5. Continental Inn

Continental Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
KAREN
P4,104
P5,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Continental Inn
A poolside area with seating, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a clear sky.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a mini-fridge, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large flat-screen TV, and a small Christmas tree on the counter.

6. Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
oscar
P4,782
P6,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hotel Solares
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign for the Torch Late Inn, and a building with a stone facade.
A room with two teal chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a potted plant on a wooden side table.

7. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Nevaeh
P3,931
P4,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Torch Lite Inn
A red train with the number 2600 traveling on a track alongside a beach.
A multi-tiered stone fountain with flowers in front of a building with balconies and an office sign.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a sink, and a window with curtains.
A multi-story residential building with a grey exterior, white trim, and a balcony.

8. Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Eduardo
P4,190
P5,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Motel Santa Cruz
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Dori
P8,423
P9,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A view from a balcony with a metal railing overlooking a road with a water body and distant buildings.
A multi-story building with balconies, solar panels, and a sign for the Ocean Gate Inn.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A sign for Ocean Gate Inn, a building with a balcony, and a road with directional arrows.

10. Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Hadi
P7,019
P8,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Ocean Gate Inn
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Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good
"Exactly what you'd expect of a slightly older hotel. Great staff, fine amenities, fantastic location- just a slightly older facility. We enjoyed our stay, and would return."
Lia 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

8/10 Good
"Location was fantastic. Staff were very nice. Air conditioning worked great. Easy to park. Felt safe. The place could use some touch-ups. Our room smelled overwhelmingly of cleaner when we first arrived, so we had to open the door and window to air it out. True to the smell, the room was mostly very clean (especially the bed linens and towels)--the only issue was some mold in the bathroom. (Guys, I think it's time to replace that shower curtain.) I hope they do something nice with the dirt area that apparently used to be a pool. Would probably stay again--honestly, the biggest deterrent would be having to deal with the overwhelming cleaner smell again."
Tracy 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Torch Lite Inn
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. A bit small but that’s ok. Attentive staff easy check in and out. Only issue was A/C did not work. Room was at 73-75 during our stay"
Brad 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Continental Inn

Continental Inn

10/10 Excellent
"I always enjoy coming here when I visit Santa Cruz, always clean and a very quite place to stay"
David 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Continental Inn
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms, ac worked great and within walking distance to the Boardwalk"
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good
"Todo estuvo bien la habitación estaba bien limpia"
Javier 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Solares
Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Clean stay . Easy to check in and out And it was close to the boardwalk"
Eduardo 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is Lower Ocean like for travelers on a budget?
Lower Ocean has cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a great getaway spot for budget travelers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Ocean Street.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on our traveler reviews, Torch Lite Inn is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Lower Ocean?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Lower Ocean, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Lower Ocean is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do in Lower Ocean?
You don't need to spend big to find places to visit in Lower Ocean. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Check out the area's cultural spots like Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Lighthouse Point Park, or get outdoors at Santa Cruz Main Beach.
How can I get to Lower Ocean and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Lower Ocean can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 13 mi (20.9 km) from the center in Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) away. Lower Ocean might not have many public transit options to choose from so a car rental could be an economical alternative to explore the area.

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