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Our top choices for Santa Cruz motels

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,012 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is P7,680
P9,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Beachview Inn
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (417 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is P6,027
P6,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,474 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
United States
Lawrence
The price is P8,801
P10,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Reception

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (614 reviews)
"Staff was so nice and this was a perfect hotel close to the Boardwalk. We'll be back!"
United States
Eli
The price is P5,166
P6,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Capri Motel
Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location within short walking distance to the Boardwalk. Nice that our room was right by the outdoor pool. Staff was very accommodating and helpful, as we had a late check in. Very small amount of food in front entrance in mornings. but the coffee was always available, which was nice. Most importantly, the room was clean."
United States
Melody
The price is P7,537
P8,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Exterior

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,012 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and room location was great, everything near by."
United States
Javier
The price is P9,216
P10,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (998 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is P6,027
P6,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Ecotours

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Was good"
United States
Daniela
The price is P5,468
P6,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Motel Santa Cruz
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay and beds divine!"
United States
Catherine
The price is P8,544
P10,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Mission Inn
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, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room. Walkable to the arcade and beach. Site was undergoing some renovation at the time of our stay."
United States
Yiyun
The price is P6,919
P7,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Torch Lite Inn
Reception

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (238 reviews)
"Room and property grounds were clean. Great stay. Will stay again next time"
United States
Sonny
The price is P5,474
P6,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
National 9 Santa Cruz
Fountain

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We love this family friendly property. Close enough to walk to the beach!"
United States
Shelly
The price is P14,946
P17,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (657 reviews)
"funny guy phani"
United States
daisy
The price is P6,704
P7,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
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, (1,126 reviews)
"Hotel was nice for a family staying over night had a room for kids and us parents with the suite. The kids loved the pool."
United States
Mario
The price is P5,424
P6,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Surf City Inn and Suites
Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (113 reviews)
"Clean and quiet and inexpensive"
United States
Les
The price is P6,034
P6,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Drift Inn
Beach/ocean view

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Brian
The price is P21,219
P24,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay thank you"
United States
Maria
The price is P7,073
P8,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Really nice place to stay"
United States
William
The price is P9,404
P10,714 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Aqua Breeze Inn
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,019 reviews)
"Great location and room was spacious"
United States
Clara
The price is P6,031
P7,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice ocean view, breakfast was ok, huge hot tub was very nice"
United States
Steve
The price is P12,495
P14,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good
"Wonderful location, clean rooms, but the rooms have LV flooring and you can hear ppl above walking around all night long. We could also hear water running all night long (like when a hose is on, or maybe we were next to the water heater room) Also, this is not the place to stay if you want a nice big pool. The pool is very small. The staff was very nice and everything was clean so I would stay here again"
Leslie 2-night trip
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Marea Sol Hotel

Find out more about Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Motels information

Number of reviews
17,725
Accommodation
26 Motels
Lowest Price
P6,235
Highest Price
P24,065

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Cruz?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Santa Cruz has to offer. Top sights include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Cruz?
Ocean Pacific Lodge: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz: A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Surf City Inn and Suites: Enjoy access to the full-service spa and free WiFi, as well as room amenities like a microwave. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Mission Inn: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free breakfast and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Beachview Inn: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
You can select from 23 economical motels in Santa Cruz.
What can I do in Santa Cruz?
In this walkable area, you can enjoy the entertainment choices and popular beaches while you're sightseeing. Must-see local attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Santa Cruz Main Beach, University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, and Seabright Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Boardwalk Bowl, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, and Williams-Reynolds House.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Cruz?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz to help you plan yours. 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 Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What are my options for getting around Santa Cruz when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Cruz to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.