Lower Ocean

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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA
The price is P7,460 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
P7,460
P8,619 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Rooms are mediocre. Staff is kind of dry.

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
The price is P3,644 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
P3,644
P4,610 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
Had to check in/out and discuss any issues over a kiosk that was outside and it was pouring rain. Tv did not work the entire time we were there. Loved how close it was to the boardwalk and wharf

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Surf City Inn and Suites
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2 out of 5
505 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
The price is P4,332 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
P4,332
P5,026 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (913 reviews)
You get what you pay for:)

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
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Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

3 out of 5
5250 Highway 9 Felton CA
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Felton. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (494 reviews)
Booked three cabins for ten children, grand children and great grandchildren. We had one of the absolute best vacations ever!!! Loved it! A magnificent site and great resort!!! ❤️💓❤️

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Fern River Resort
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Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Mystery Spot

Mystery Spot

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
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Natural Bridges State Park

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
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Santa Cruz Wharf

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Santa Cruz Wharf
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Ocean Street

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Ocean Street
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Pacific Avenue

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Pacific Avenue

Things to do

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

P1,757
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt
Humpback Whale Breaching

Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

P24,171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max
Secret Beach Location

Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz

P2,120
per traveler
Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz
Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

P303
per traveler
Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

P303
per traveler
UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Waves stacking up

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

P2,726
per adult
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
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