Top 10 Hotels Near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum in Santa Cruz for 2026

Our top choices for University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum hotels

1. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Stephen

P19,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

marco

P11,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

3. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Angelica

P10,289 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Monika

P11,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

5. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

William Thomas

P9,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 23 - Jul 24

6. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Lawrence

P8,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Clifford

P14,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Alexandre

P11,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

9. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Nahabi

P6,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

10. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Jacqueline

P7,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

11. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Kelly

P7,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

12. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Maria

P7,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

13. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Michael

P8,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

14. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Michael

P7,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

15. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Guadalupe

P11,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

16. Best Western Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

jorge

P9,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

17. Continental Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Britney

P6,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

18. Torch Lite Inn

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Fiona

P6,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

19. Surf City Inn and Suites

Lower Ocean, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Mario

P6,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

20. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Clara

P10,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Beach Street Inn and Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Mission Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 687 reviews	View
Pacific Blue Inn	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 937 reviews	View

Top University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good

"Good hotel, reasonable price and not far from the boardwalk."

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I was on a trip to Santa Cruz for couple of nights. Booked this Inn for the proximity of the beach and the parking. It seriously takes 2 minutes to go to the beach/Wharf, and walking distance there are a ton of great restaurants, gift shops, coffee, ice cream, everything. Boardwalk is 2 minutes walk as well. It’s a room with shower and bed so that’s all I needed. I am giving it 5 stars because of the location and price. Don’t expect anything too fancy, there’s a fridge but not coffee maker or hangers. I didn’t care anyway, it felt safe and nothing can beat that location for the price!"

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"☆☆☆☆☆ This is your choice for a great hotel in santa cruz. It's a simple breakfast, the hotel itself is an island paradise, the rooms are comfortable clean and cared for! Very friendly and professional at the desk and the property staff were sweet and a tad on the shy side. The spa (6) area is small and quiet. A really nice hidden gem. Lots of restaurants, 711, gas, parish pub, a safeway shopping center, and they are all within short walking distance. If you had straight to the ocean , go two blocks north, you'll hit the west cliff drive tide pools. 5 minutes to natural bridges north, 7 minutes to santa cruz beach boardwalk south. Ps costco less than 10 minutes away. High five and chakas. Very satisfied."

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This location was great and the staff was excellent and the rooms are very clean. Also they are pet friendly and have bags for pet and are for Fido to go. However There were some rude guest who are irresponsible dog owners and so pick up after fido. However I definitely stay here again and I would recommend it 5 stars great place."

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum 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 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. Other good choices within 5 miles include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz.

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Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum.

What can I see and do near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, or Lighthouse Point Park. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Roaring Camp Railroads, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Enjoy the outdoors at Pleasure Point Park, University Terrace Dog Park, or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve.

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Our top choices for University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum hotels

1. Beach Street Inn and Suites

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

3. Mission Inn

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

5. Pacific Blue Inn

6. Ocean Pacific Lodge

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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

9. National 9 Santa Cruz

10. Seaside Inn & Suites

11. Rio Vista Suites

12. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

13. Beachview Inn

14. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

15. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

16. Best Western Inn

17. Continental Inn

18. Torch Lite Inn

19. Surf City Inn and Suites

20. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

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Top University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Solares

Hotels near other University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum attractions

Mission Santa Cruz

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