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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (954 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is P4,714
P5,458 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (87 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is P4,713
P5,278 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Drift Inn
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Larissa
The price is P9,795
P11,245 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful, booked 3 rooms for whole family, there were a all next to each other. We'll had fun in pool, great vacation"
United States
Darlene
The price is P5,119
P7,159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Hotel Solares
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"This place always comes through with the perfect accommodations. Minutes walk from the boardwalk."
United States
Yesenia
The price is P4,713
P5,478 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Torch Lite Inn
Seasonal outdoor pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (856 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Richard
The price is P4,983
P6,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,058 reviews)
"Check in was effortless and customer service was excellent!"
United States
Robert G
The price is P4,442
P5,518 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Surf City Inn and Suites
Property grounds

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"it was clean and close to the boardwalk"
United States
Sheliece
The price is P4,104
P5,474 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Continental Inn
Ecotours

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was a minimal hotel good for an overnight stay. The management, staff and parking was all great! I'd recommend it for the budget and limited amenities. "
United States
Geneva
The price is P4,867
P6,009 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Motel Santa Cruz
Balcony view

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
The price is P9,428
P10,759 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Ocean Gate Inn
Exterior

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Really like the historic hotel "
United States
Ed
The price is P5,791
P6,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Loved the resort facilities, room and the View restaurant was amazing!"
United States
Kully
The price is P7,719
P11,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Chaminade Resort & Spa
View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (993 reviews)
"Excellent location."
United States
Chris
The price is P11,761
P13,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Monarch Cove Inn
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (506 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is P7,107
P8,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Fern River Resort
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (382 reviews)
"Good clean and secure"
United States
Delia
The price is P5,269
P6,079 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
Watsonville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good breakfast and nice clean room Very quiet and pleasant"
United States
Mario
The price is P8,691
P10,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Lobby

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
Scotts Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I really enjoyed our stay"
United States
EVALYNE
The price is P7,808
P8,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Best motel in town"
United States
Adam B
The price is P6,813
P8,331 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Mission Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
Freedom
7.0 out of 10, Good, (643 reviews)
"Room was very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was good."
United States
REGINALD
The price is P7,333
P8,475 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location Clean and maintained Quiet Great breakfast"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P8,849
P10,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Probably the best hotel in Santa Cruz. The staff was welcoming and the room was clean and up to date. It’s a dog friendly hotel so that was a plus. The restaurant is also top notch. We’re definitely rebooking for next year. Very cool hotel."
Jon 2-night trip
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

More cheap stays in Lower Ocean

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
The price is P4,442 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
P4,442
P5,518 total
May 31 - Jun 1
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (1,058 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Lower Ocean?
The Aqua Pacific Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. This hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay include Hyatt Place Santa Cruz and Surf City Inn and Suites. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Lower Ocean.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Lower Ocean.
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. View all budget hotels in Lower Ocean.
What's the best place to stay for a family vacation to Lower Ocean?
Continental Inn is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Attractions in the area like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Lower Ocean.
What is the favorite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Lower Ocean?
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. The Aqua Pacific Hotel is another good option for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Lower Ocean.
What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Lower Ocean?
The Aqua Pacific Hotel is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers a seasonal outdoor pool and concierge services for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include Surf City Inn and Suites and Hotel Solares. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Lower Ocean.
What are some hotels with pools in Lower Ocean?
Pacific Inn Santa Cruz is a top hotel with an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi. View all hotels with pools in Lower Ocean.
What is the best spa hotel in Lower Ocean?
Surf City Inn and Suites is a highly recommended spa hotel with an indoor pool. Why not spend some time relaxing in the hot tub? See all spa hotels in Lower Ocean.
What is staying in Lower Ocean like?
Visitors are sure to enjoy all that Lower Ocean has to offer. Top sights around the area include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. In Lower Ocean, there are 23 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Lower Ocean.
What are the top places to visit in Lower Ocean?
A favorite place to visit is Ocean Street. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Lower Ocean guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Lower Ocean?
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.