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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,332 reviews)
"Clean, easy walking to food and beach, friendly staff. "
United States
Krista
The price is P4,786
P6,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Ines
The price is P6,606
P8,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Mission Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (905 reviews)
"10/10, will be booking here next time in Santa Cruz. "
United States
Lizeth
The price is P4,546
P5,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (354 reviews)
"Clean and close to Capitola and Santa Cruz. Would stay here again. "
United States
Dan
The price is P5,647
P6,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location right by the waterfront only stayed one night. Second time at the motel so we knew what to expect. Rooms were renovated nicely and owners are quite nice. "
Canada
Graham
The price is P4,517
P5,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was amazing! Parking was easy even though at an incline."
United States
Beverly
The price is P4,123
P5,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Beachview Inn

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"The property for us os clean and simple. Could have used a chair or two with a small table. Staff is friendly. Shops and restaurants are close by, felt very safe. The worf and ocean are close by. Have stayed there several times."
United States
Galvin
The price is P4,126
P5,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and the room was clean. Would stay there again."
United States
Conor
The price is P3,783
P4,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (590 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is P3,863
P4,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Capri Motel

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (196 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Donovan
The price is P4,183
P4,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
National 9 Santa Cruz

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location near wharf. Within walking distance of many local sights of interest. "
United States
Janine
The price is P7,173
P8,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Perfect location! Nice, clean and updated room with a great view. Very friendly and welcoming staff. We were able to park there before check in and for a few hours after check out which was very helpful. "
United States
Veronica
The price is P9,501
P10,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Such an amazing price for the location!!! Super close to boardwalk and downtown we didn’t even have to drive anywhere! "
United States
Myles
The price is P4,748
P5,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Torch Lite Inn

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The rooms are always very clean and staff is very helpful. It's just a short walk to the beach which is a big plus. We have stayed there for the past 3 years, and it's always been great."
United States
Kathleen
The price is P8,604
P9,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,017 reviews)
"perfect for last minute stay"
United States
Lindsay
The price is P5,247
P6,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Surf City Inn and Suites

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (82 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!"
United States
Romualdo
The price is P5,289
P5,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Drift Inn

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, (1,004 reviews)
"The place was clean but definitely there are a lot of thing that needs to be fixed or replace. "
United States
yeimy
The price is P5,506
P6,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"The location is amazing. Parking is easy and convenient. AC was nice and cold and the bed was really comfortable. Unbeatable price! "
Canada
Kris
The price is P5,289
P6,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Aqua Breeze Inn

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (618 reviews)
"I would stay here again very clean n great for the price "
United States
Marbella
The price is P5,318
P6,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Had to switch rooms Smelled terrible Was dirty! Woke up multiple times because it was so loud. Cops arrived to hotel because there was issues happening in the hotel Horrible experience would not recommend "
United States
Jacqueline
The price is P4,338
P5,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Motel Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz Motels information

Number of reviews
17,139
Accommodation
23 Motels
Lowest Price
P4,727
Highest Price
P10,907

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 Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
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?
Surf City Inn and Suites: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the full-service spa, free WiFi, and snack bar/deli. Beach Street Inn and Suites: Free WiFi and parking 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. Ocean Pacific Lodge: Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Mission Inn: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi.
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 scenic seaside while you're sightseeing. Must-see local attractions include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. 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, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. 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.