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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1240)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is P5,249
P6,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Property amenity
Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Fantasic room, comfy beds, very clean!"
United States
Linda
The price is P6,401
P7,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Inn At Pasatiempo
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"A pleasant and polite welcome to the hotel by the staff."
United States
Jan
The price is P8,950
P12,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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, 4.1 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1163)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is P6,414
P7,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1185)
"Clean rm, good location, and good breakfast"
United States
Michelle
The price is P6,038
P6,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Lobby
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
4.2 km from Mystery Spot
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"everything was great, can’t wait to comeback "
United States
Xochitl
The price is P6,107
P6,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Mystery Spot
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (600)
"clean room, friendly staff, nice breakfast."
United States
William
The price is P6,273
P7,282 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Mystery Spot
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is P6,708
P7,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Garden
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (310)
"Clean, quiet and spacious room. It's not Hilton, but it is good value. A full kitchen with all appliances. Kitchen ware is available for $5. I will definitely be back."
United States
Roger
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (926)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1155)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is P6,401
P7,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Lobby
Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Good location, reasonable price"
United States
Milena
The price is P5,127
P5,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Best Western Inn
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 6.2 km from Mystery Spot
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1243)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is P6,818
P7,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Mystery Spot
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is P6,439
P7,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is P4,454
P5,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 6.1 km from Mystery Spot
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1270)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
6.2 km from Mystery Spot
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is P8,162
P9,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.1 km from Mystery Spot
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1324)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is P6,818
P7,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Marea Sol Hotel
Reception
National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Mystery Spot
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (178)
"Great staff and clean room great value for the price."
United States
Scott
The price is P4,111
P4,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
National 9 Santa Cruz
Lobby
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.4 km from Mystery Spot
6.6 out of 10, (1001)
"Staff is very nice every time we stay there"
United States
Ed
The price is P4,704
P5,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
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Top Mystery Spot Hotel Reviews

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and spacious!"
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

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Ocean Street

4.2/5 (453 reviews)
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.
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Mission Santa Cruz

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mystery Spot?
Mystery Spot is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 548 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Mystery Spot?
Chaminade Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Mystery Spot. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Mystery Spot?
Expedia has 548 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Mystery Spot.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mystery Spot, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Mystery Spot.
What can I see and do near Mystery Spot?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, or Branciforte Dog Park.