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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Elizabeth

P18,952

P24,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A living room with wicker furniture, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

A modern office space with a red desk, wicker chairs, a computer, and a bookshelf.

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a wooden fence.

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Marci

P9,962

P11,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Henry

P17,914

P20,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

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

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

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.9 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Bethany

P8,673

P9,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

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

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

5. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Mina

P7,525

P8,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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

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

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

6. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Terry

P4,864

P6,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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.

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

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Dori

P8,423

P9,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Natalya

P7,907

P9,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

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.

9. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Monika

P7,879

P9,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.

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

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

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Nicole

P9,277

P10,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

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

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

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 2.7 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Ramiro

P5,559

P7,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Brenda

P9,921

P11,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

13. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University Terrace Dog Park

April

P8,036

P9,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

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.

14. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Bertha

P6,257

P7,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.

15. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Molly

P11,793

P13,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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 wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

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

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree to the right.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Steve

P6,895

P7,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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

A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

17. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University Terrace Dog Park

James William

P7,114

P10,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

18. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Sara

P6,305

P8,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

19. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Jess

P4,436

P5,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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

20. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from University Terrace Dog Park

Arif

P4,243

P4,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Top University Terrace Dog Park Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend/ This hotel was perfect- the view from the room of the beach was amazing/ the hotel staff was helpful & very friendly! They also have a fire pit looking out over the beach!! I WILL definitely return !!!"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

8/10 Good

"This was a safe and affordable stay. The location is not a walkable location to restaurants etc, but within 3-5 minute drive of grocery stores, restaurants and coffee spots."

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place. Room was amazing. I had booked the two room with kitchen and I’ll definitely return."

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"Exactly what you'd expect of a slightly older hotel. Great staff, fine amenities, fantastic location- just a slightly older facility. We enjoyed our stay, and would return."

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"We were impressed by the room; it was very clean and cozy. The hotel is located near the ocean, within walking distance. We were very pleased."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"It was a very nice area and also very clean room & front desk was also helpful & free breakfast"

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, ac worked great and within walking distance to the Boardwalk"

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good

"Todo estuvo bien la habitación estaba bien limpia"

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Super friendly front desk staff, nice hotel and as always great breakfast"

Other attractions near University Terrace Dog Park

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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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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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Swift Street Courtyard

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Swift Street Courtyard during your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

You can take time to visit Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Neary Lagoon Park

Explore the great outdoors at Neary Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University Terrace Dog Park?

University Terrace Dog Park is located in Nobel. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 11 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near University Terrace Dog Park?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from University Terrace Dog Park. Another good choice is Mission Inn, located just 1 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to University Terrace Dog Park?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University Terrace Dog Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University Terrace Dog Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to University Terrace Dog Park.

What can I see and do near University Terrace Dog Park?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, or Lighthouse Point Park. Roaring Camp Railroads, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for University Terrace Dog Park hotels

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. Seaway Inn

6. Mission Inn

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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

9. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10. Pacific Blue Inn

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

13. Edgewater Beach Inn

14. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

15. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

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

17. Casablanca On The Beach

18. Rio Vista Suites

19. Beachview Inn

20. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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Top University Terrace Dog Park Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Surf City Inn and Suites

Hotel Solares

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Other attractions near University Terrace Dog Park

Mission Santa Cruz

University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Swift Street Courtyard

Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

Neary Lagoon Park

Williams-Reynolds House

Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center

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