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The best cheap hotels in Santa Cruz

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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 949 reviews

    Aqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.

    From $202.26 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 481 reviews

    Located less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, this hotel is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes’ drive from University of California -Santa Cruz.

    From $112.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

    A short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf in California, the Seaway Inn offers easy beach access and comfortably furnished rooms with free WiFi.

    From $211.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

    Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers rooms with attached bathroom with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

    From $126.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,495 reviews

    Located within 5 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf.

    From $109.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 868 reviews

    This central Santa Cruz hotel is just an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.

    From $91.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

    Offering a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel is 5 minutes' walk from downtown Santa Cruz. It offers free WiFi and free parking.

    From $103.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise with NEW Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi offers accommodations in Santa Cruz, a 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Harbor Beach and 1.8 miles from Santa Cruz...

    From $1,178.04 per night

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  • Mission Inn

    Santa Cruz
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 916 reviews

    Seymore Marine Discovery is 2 miles from this Santa Cruz area inn. A free breakfast is provided and all rooms offer free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in all rooms at the Mission Inn.

    From $121.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 743 reviews

    The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North Santa Cruz is conveniently located where Highway 1 and Highway 17 meet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    From $116.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Beach Hill Bungalow is located in Santa Cruz, just 2.6 miles from University of California Santa Cruz and 3.8 miles from Pasatiempo Golf Club. The vacation home has access to a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

    Featuring barbecue facilities and a garden, Santa Cruz Hostel is located in Santa Cruz, 1640 feet from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

  • Harbor Inn

    Santa Cruz
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Within 10 minutes’ drive of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pleasure Point, this Santa Cruz inn offers accommodations with charming décor and free WiFi in all rooms.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodations, Swell House Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz, a 6-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach and 2.5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

    From $236.43 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Providing a garden, Relaxing 3 bedroom Santa Cruz house, 5min to beach features accommodations in Santa Cruz. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Offering a garden, Amazing Santa Cruz Landscaped Paradise provides accommodations in Santa Cruz. This property offers access to a pool table, table tennis, and free private parking.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 712 reviews

    This motel is off the Santa Cruz Highway One and is 2 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The motel offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    From $89.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

    This Newly renovated Santa Cruz, California Inn features free Wi-Fi. It is 5.3 mi from the University of California Santa Cruz and guest rooms provide a flat-screen HD TV with HBO channels.

    From $108.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    10 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz, Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz offers accommodations with access to wellness packages and fitness room.

    From $419.64 per night

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  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

    Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $180.58
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,139 reviews
    The room was a good size with good facilities. The hotel was in a great location. The room was very clean.
    Guest review by
    Catherine
    Family with young children

  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

    Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $180.58
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,139 reviews
    The hotel is very clean and modern. The staff were friendly and welcoming and the breakfast was good. Our room was very spacious and clean with two queen beds and a sofa seating area. We enjoyed having a balcony too. The hotel is in a nice quiet location but only a short walk from all the fun. The hotel has secure parking. I would recommend this hotel.
    Guest review by
    Bianca
    Family with young children

  • Islander Motel Santa Cruz CA

    Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $103.11
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
    Lovely owners - very friendly and helpful. Good quality mattresses and very clean rooms. Perfect location for exploring Santa Cruz and within walking distance of everything you need. Highly recommend!
    Guest review by
    Helen
    Group

  • Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

    Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $109.60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,495 reviews
    Very clean, spacious room, location near the beach and broadwalk. The owner was very nice, I booked the wrong date but he was kind enough to let me changed the date & gave us the better room even though there hotel was fully booked, that was “first class” service. put the customer needs before profits.
    Guest review by
    Tammy
    Group

  • Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

    Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $114.93
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 803 reviews
    From the minute we arrived, I was very impressed by this accommodation. The location was fantastic, onsite parking is always a bonus and the lady who greeted us at front desk and got us checked in was so welcoming. Our room was spotlessly clean, beautifully furnished and the bed was very comfortable. The free coffee/tea/water/soda etc is also a wonderful service. We absolutely loved our stay here and could not recommend Rio Vista Suites & Inn more!
    Guest review by
    PetaDamsma
    Young couple

  • Marea Sol Hotel

    Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $148.83
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 799 reviews
    Spacious and very clean room and bathroom in a great location. Could not be better suited for stepping out onto the boardwalk for a cruise / dinner.
    Guest review by
    Andrew
    Family with young children

  • Beachview Inn

    Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $112.93
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 481 reviews
    Great lovely hosts, an awesome location, super cheap and the room was very clean. Included even a mini fridge, microwave and TV. Would come back anytime!
    Guest review by
    Malyn
    Group

  • Drift Inn, LLC

    Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
    Avg. price/night: $91.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 868 reviews
    Very clean, ideal location for boulevard. A small selection of rooms which is nice because it's not overcrowded. Nice and quiet too. Newly refurbished bathroom.
    Guest review by
    Kiera
    Young couple

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