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Our top choices for University of California, Santa Cruz hotels

1. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
9.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Helen
P19,746
P25,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Inn at Depot Hill

2. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
7.4 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Christina
P8,282
P9,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Aprille
P9,334
P10,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

4. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Rose
P9,833
P11,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

5. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Sean
P4,914
P6,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Seaside Inn & Suites

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
4.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Susana
P8,834
P10,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

7. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
10.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
William
P11,711
P13,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Monarch Cove Inn

8. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
6.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Andrea
P6,748
P11,545 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Bella Notte

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Kristina
P7,975
P9,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Tracy
P4,846
P5,569 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
National 9 Santa Cruz

11. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Vanessa
P4,907
P6,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

12. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
9.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jose
P6,712
P7,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Igor
P10,874
P12,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

14. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
4.4 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Lawrence
P5,466
P7,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ocean Pacific Lodge

15. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
5.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Veronica
P8,501
P9,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
3.9 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Brenda
P10,344
P11,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

17. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
5.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Melanie
P6,335
P7,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hitching Post Studios Inn

18. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Veay
P7,487
P8,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

19. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Cecelia
P6,806
P7,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

20. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Holly
P9,324
P10,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Library
Inn at Depot Hill
9.6
Exceptional
757 reviews
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Lobby lounge
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
8.4
Very Good
1,003 reviews
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Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Seaside Inn & Suites
8.2
Very Good
1,113 reviews
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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Walking distance from Boardwalk was very convenient. The room and bed were huge, it had all the amenities necessary. The bad thing (for me as a short person)😏 too many stairs. At night not enough parking spaces.🙄 Also the vending machines need to get fixed or have more options. Overall I would recommend 👌The cleaning ladies were very nice.😀"
Rosa 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and property"
May 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean. The staff was extremely helpful and nice. My husband is an amputee and I forgot to request a downstairs room when I booked and they were kind enough to accommodate us at check in. Definitely will stay there again."
Debbie 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"The staff is very friendly. However, the Air inside the room is not well circulated when the door is closed. The room is tidy but not super clean in some areas. Air conditioning is working but a little bit noise and the fan is not very clean. Can hear noise from neighboring rooms and cars outside. Overall, with a price, I think it is still worth it."
Xiaoxin 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good
"Our room wasn’t ready when we arrived 45 minutes early and still wasn’t at 4. Would have been nice to have been out in a room with a balcony. Water pressure in shower wasn’t great and the pool was small and I’m kinda a weird boxy secluded space."
Chris 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good
"Beautiful property- however air did not work until looked at and the bathroom was very heavy chlorinated smell."
Elizabeth 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo

8/10 Good
"It was a nice hotel but the older wing where we stayed is showing wear and needs updating. That made that part look shabby. The lobby also needs updates. Carpets look dirty. The newer wing looks nice, door area clean, Adirondack chairs a very nice touch."
Nora 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Inn At Pasatiempo
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"I loved this hotel, it was close to the boardwalk and the wharf, prime location. The staff were great and very friendly, and the actual look of the hotel was beautiful, so many stunning details to this hotel. The only downside was that we only stayed one night. I will definitely be back to enjoy the hotel for longer next time."
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was easy to find and close to both the Boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz. Also we really liked that there is a small cafe right across the street."
Sally 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Other attractions near University of California, Santa Cruz

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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Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

8.4/10 (103 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Pasatiempo Golf Course

7.4/10 (99 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at Pasatiempo Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Scandinavian Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Scandinavian Cultural Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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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 beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Santa Cruz?
University of California, Santa Cruz is located in an area that travelers like for its sporting events. You'll find 436 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Seaside Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz. Other good choices within 5 miles include Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to University of California, Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 436 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from University of California, Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near University of California, Santa Cruz.
What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, University Terrace Dog Park, and Branciforte Dog Park.