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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Andrea

P6,745

P11,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Frank

P8,480

P9,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

3. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Grester

P8,455

P9,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

4. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Roxanna

P9,332

P10,733 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

5. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

KimLien

P6,344

P7,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Linda

P7,652

P8,849 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Lisa

P7,413

P8,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Anthony

P5,026

P6,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

9. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Sharon

P6,200

P7,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a display, and shelves with bottles.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

10. Inn At Pasatiempo

2.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Paul

P6,346

P7,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

11. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Bertha

P5,845

P6,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Grant

P5,017

P5,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Steve

P7,968

P9,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

jessika

P8,503

P9,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

15. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Siddharth

P4,259

P4,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A parking lot with a swimming pool, a white car, and a building with a balcony.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.

16. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Irinea

P4,697

P5,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

17. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Justin

P3,718

P5,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

18. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Michael

P4,453

P5,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

A motel sign with a neon 'NO VACANCY' message.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

Two black chairs and a small table in a room with a carpeted floor and plain walls.

19. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

James

P4,384

P5,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

20. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Madeline

P6,991

P10,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,350 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 301 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,014 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Improvement can be done to the shower head but everything else was great"

Carousel Beach Inn

8/10 Good

"Great place with super location! Loved the waffles and free breakfast"

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

8/10 Good

"Hotel rooms are spacious and clean. However, the rooms I stayed in didn’t have windows and that’s important for me. The walls are thin and can hear people outside my room at night and on top. Spacious rooms for families, parking fee for every night."

Continental Inn

8/10 Good

"This was a last minute reservation, so I was grateful that my daugther-in-law was able to get a room, but there was no parking available in the hotel's lot."

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"It was a bit over cast but it was good and clean beds was comfy"

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

10/10 Excellent

"The location worked well for the activities that I planned. The breakfast was suitable for my needs. The staff very helpful. The room was spacious. The hotel is has two stories and no elevator. Fortunately they sent a message to make me aware of this and I got a needed first floor room."

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"It was a true suite. We were pleased with the cleanliness of the rooms in this friendliness of the staff."

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Pacific Avenue

8.6/10 (951 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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A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)

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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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 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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Pacific Garden Mall

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Pacific Garden Mall during your stay in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Williams-Reynolds House

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Williams-Reynolds House. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

7.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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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 142 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 La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Seaside Inn & Suites.

How many hotels are there near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Expedia has 142 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.

Hotels near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

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

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

4. Seaway Inn

5. Mission Inn

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

7. Marea Sol Hotel

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

9. Pacific Blue Inn

10. Inn At Pasatiempo

11. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

14. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

15. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

16. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

17. Seaside Inn & Suites

18. Beachview Inn

19. National 9 Santa Cruz

20. Casablanca On The Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Continental Inn

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Seaside Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Pacific Avenue

Mission Santa Cruz

Ocean Street

Pacific Garden Mall

Town Clock

Williams-Reynolds House

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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