Eastside Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz

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Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Harbor

Santa Cruz Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Santa Cruz Harbor
Pleasure Point Park

Pleasure Point Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Pleasure Point Park
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
Santa Cruz Wharf

Santa Cruz Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
Natural Bridges State Park

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

Things to do

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

P4,819
per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

P7,881
per adult
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic
Bay Area Rock Climbing

Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

P6,747
per adult
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area
Rock Climbing 2 - Beyond the Basics

Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2

P6,747
per adult
Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2
Bixby Bridge

Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco

P52,048
per traveler
Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco
Learn to Survive! Wilderness Survival Instruction

Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Santa Cruz

P7,834
per adult
Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Santa Cruz
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Top hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is P6,427 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
P6,427
P7,327 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (242 reviews)
"Modest property but clean and the staff was very friendly. For the money I thought it was a bargain."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Harbor Inn

Harbor Inn

2 out of 5
645 Seventh Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundable
The price is P9,655 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P9,655
P10,942 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (340 reviews)
"Quiet and not crowded"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Harbor Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is P13,317 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P13,317
P15,152 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (530 reviews)
"It was amazing. Deb was great and showed us around the property ."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is P12,518 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P12,518
P14,282 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,221 reviews)
"Was a great stay"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is P25,997 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P25,997
P29,405 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"great location , easy walk to the wharf and boardwalk ."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos, CA
The price is P8,181 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P8,181
P9,416 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,077 reviews)
New problem everyday. Horrible service.
"From the day we arrived they failed to provide us with basic comforts like sheets, towels and soap. The next day our shower door malfunctioned and we had to request a fix. We realize the second day that the TV didn’t operate properly and had no capabilities for streaming services. The maintenance ..."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Eastside Santa Cruz

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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.

Upper Seabright
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Midtown

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midtown and surrounding area, you can visit Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street.

Midtown
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Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright
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Bananna Belt

While Bananna Belt isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bananna Belt
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Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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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.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz