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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History hotels

Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
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
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, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1243)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is P6,832
P7,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Point of interest
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"Great stay"
United States
Mark
The price is P16,534
P21,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is P7,340
P8,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"Great hidden gem"
United States
Dillon
The price is P5,226
P6,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Pacific Blue Inn
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
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
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, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
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
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (926)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1270)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Beach views
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is P13,688
P15,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (148)
"The staff are always friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Miguel
The price is P7,885
P9,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Seaway Inn
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
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, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
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, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
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 lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1189)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is P5,215
P8,058 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Casablanca On The Beach
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1035)
"Great location, friendly staff."
United States
Biswajit
The price is P6,401
P7,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Very affordable "
United States
Gilbert
The price is P3,943
P4,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Scenic inn with great service in a great neighborhood."
United States
Andrea
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Reception
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
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
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is P4,704
P5,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Mission Inn
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Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"We loved the two room, two king sized beds option. It was great for our family. The hotel is also perfectly situated near the beach and downtown Santa Cruz. Free parking and great price for great location."
Georgine 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue

Pacific Avenue

4.2/5 (386 reviews)
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.
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Exterior of the chapel and bell tower at Mission Santa Cruz. Mission Santa Cruz was a Spanish mission founded by the Franciscan order in 1791 as the 12th california mission.

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 Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?
Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 117 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?
Adjacent to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels are there near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?
Expedia has 117 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?
Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Williams-Reynolds House, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.