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West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Nestled on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach, this 3-story Victorian home is a restful bed and breakfast that offers unique guestrooms and thoughtful amenities just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
In a prime location in the center of Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness center.
SeaSide Inn & Suites
Located in Santa Cruz, a 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.
Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel is conveniently set in the center of Santa Cruz, and provides an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Located in Santa Cruz, a 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared...
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Located in Santa Cruz, a 15-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge.
Sea & Sand Inn
Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.
The Inn at Pasatiempo
Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, this french-country Santa Cruz, CA inn is adjacent to Pasatiempo Golf Course, designed by Alister Mackenzie.
Pacific Blue Inn
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.
Hotels with parking in Santa Cruz
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 320 reviewsFrom $192.93 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 230 reviewsFrom $283.38 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 950 reviewsFrom $143.86 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 296 reviewsFrom $146 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 343 reviewsFrom $327.73 per night
- Private ParkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 402 reviewsFrom $114.93 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 837 reviewsFrom $788.38 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 732 reviewsFrom $164.60 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 451 reviewsFrom $139.13 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 760 reviewsFrom $171.23 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 748 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 732 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 507 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 837 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2Good - What previous guests thought, 622 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 791 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 1,737 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 801 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,119 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 950 reviews
Budget hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Located next to Boardwalk Bowl, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling is less than 5 minutes' walk to Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Free Wi-Fi and free 1 car parking is included in the reservation.
Beachview Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 494 reviewsLocated 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.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 836 reviews
Styled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews
This motel in Santa Cruz is within walking distance of the beach, boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. The motel offers free Wi-Fi, spacious rooms, and a seasonal, outdoor pool.
Bay Front Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 1,100 reviewsLocated 2 minutes’ drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Bay Front Inn offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free WiFi.
Pacific Blue Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 402 reviewsJust 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.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews
Located within 10 minutes' walk of the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free WiFi. All rooms include a private bathroom with a hair dryer.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,513 reviews
Located within 5 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf.
Hotels located in the center of Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 957 reviewsAqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 451 reviewsLocated in Santa Cruz, a 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared...
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 436 reviewsThis California hotel is one block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a seasonal outdoor heated pool and rooms include a flat-screen cable TV with HBO.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 791 reviews
Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features beautiful ocean views and a hot tub.
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.1Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 318 reviewsLocated a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers free parking and easy access to a variety of local attractions.
Seaway Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviewsA 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.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 837 reviewsThis beachfront hotel is located next to Santa Cruz’s famous boardwalk and steps from the center of the city, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family vacation or...
Sea & Sand Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 230 reviewsLocated within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle.
Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Cruz and nearby
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 732 reviewsLocated in Santa Cruz, a 15-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge.
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 256 reviewsBest Western Plus All Suites Inn is 2 mi from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 510 reviewsFeaturing an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 6.1Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 460 reviewsLocated in Downtown Santa Cruz this hotel is 15 minutes' walk from many shops and restaurants. The hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Parking is free for guests.
Quality Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 129 reviewsLocated 1.4 miles from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn offers 2-star accommodations in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 801 reviews
Located in Santa Cruz, California, 10 minutes from Lighthouse Field State Beach, this hotel features an outdoor pool and bright, contemporary rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV.
Mission Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 920 reviewsSeymore 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.
Comfort Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 743 reviewsThe Comfort Inn Santa Cruz is conveniently located where Highway 1 and Highway 17 meet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
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Surfin’ USA in Bohemian CA
Santa Cruz was surf central California long before the Beach Boys sang about it. The Surfing Museum in the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse tells stories of those who have braved some of the world’s best waves.
Overlooking the ocean rollers are the Coconut Grove Ballroom and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - the oldest amusement park in the state of CA, and the last original one on the West Coast. Its historic carousel, rollercoasters and rides are a colourful backdrop to Cowell’s Beach, best viewed from the Sky Glider cable cars.
Jutting into Monterey Bay is the wharf where sea lions bask and pelicans decide on their next meal. Seafood restaurants are abundant here and the bars provide lively nightlife. Pacific Avenue is the main shopping area and one street away is the Museum of Art & History.
Unsurprisingly for a surfer hotspot, the city has a liberal outlook and is known for political activism - a far cry from the era when the Santa Cruz Mission was established. The mission is now a state park alongside Natural Bridges Beach and the Big Basin Redwoods in forested hills behind the city, home to the gravity-defying Mystery Spot.
Booking.com’s Santa Cruz accommodation includes pet-friendly motels, hotels with hot tubs and cheap inns near UCSC.
What Guests Said About Santa Cruz:
- 10.0
When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring...
When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring us to Santa Cruz all summer long. Coming again as an adult brought back so many fond memories. The boardwalk was so different then then. Santa Cruz is such a fun place and so many rides and shops. Every child needs to experience it at least once in their lifetime.Guest review byWanda PapineauUnited States - 10.0
We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of...
We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of the season, but aside from traffic and the Murray Bridge being out, we didn't feel inconvenienced by the larger crowds. The beaches were clean, the warf was a blast, the Seymour Marine Discovery Center was amazing, food was great and the locals were kind!Guest review byAnonymousUnited States - 10.0
The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people,...
The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people, terrific beaches, lots of eateries, beach boardwalk and arcade fun. Walking around the boardwalk area feels safe, if crowded, on weekends. There is definitely a broad range of fun activities for families.Guest review byMarianUnited States - 10.0
We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local...
We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local restaurants. We found that breakfast at Zachary's was excellent. Their potatoes are really tasty and the have homemade bread. We had dinner at Bedda Mia. Their Spaghetti alle vongole and Carbonara is good. We would go back to both of those places.Guest review byAnn - 10.0
But I most like the beaches I would like to just sit out...
But I most like the beaches I would like to just sit out there for half a day towards the evening a watch the sunset. It’s just beautiful and everything else is fine. I like the food places. I recommend them to check out some of the food places just wanted a little more time at this wonderful little place to stay or live.Guest review byRebeccaUnited States - 8.0
Santa Cruz is a big part of my family's history.
Santa Cruz is a big part of my family's history. It's my happy place and is now my kids', too. We love the ocean & beaches anywhere, but it's special here. We love the town, it's age, architecture and setting. Weather is unbeatable. The Boardwalk is famous for a reason. It's big, but not too big. Rides are a perfect balance of terrifying to just fun so there's something for everyone. Some of us don't do rides at all and are perfectly happy with the beach, arcades, games and shops instead. I do have to warn that prices have gone up noticeably this year and they weren't bargains to begin with. All day parking across from the Boardwalk is now $35, large corn dogs are almost $10. There aren't as many beach showers available anymore and the whole Boardwalk has gone cashless, card only. You can buy one from a vending machine or kiosk good anywhere on the Walk if you don't have a credit card. They removed most of the classic arcade games from the main arcade, which is a loss to my husband, my sister and me. Ticket values from games in the redemption center have gone way down, too, in this new economy. But the mini golf is still there and fun as always 😉 Prices are up all over town, not just the Boardwalk. Our family's must-visit is Santa Cruz Diner & almost every breakfast item now starts at $19+. You can keep costs down a bit by going on off peak days or even season & using the fridge in ur room for meals and snacks. Enjoy it all, but be prepared to pay!Guest review byStephanieUnited States
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- From $99.99 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 305 reviewsGood Size fridge & freezer. Clean and Bright bathroom that looks renovated. Sufficient room size. Reasonablely priced vending machine with sodas. Quiet Room. Ice machine. Shaded parking for 6 cars. Only a short driving distance to Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Grocery Outlet.Guest review byFERDINANDUnited States
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 177 reviewsClean, comfortable place to stay in Santa Cruz. The staff was very helpful and provided a parking tag for the day. I only stayed 2 nights so didn't take part in any of the social activities.Guest review byWeronikaDenmark
- From $216.21 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,429 reviewsGreat location. Room was modern and clean. Staff super friendly and informative. Pool is good. We only had one night in Santa Cruz on our road trip so the location was perfect!Guest review byHayleyNew Zealand
- From $108.35 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 507 reviewsThe staff were really kind friendly and accommodating! Room was comfortable and clean. Very decent place in Santa CruzGuest review byPascalSwitzerland
- From $97.95 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 884 reviewsThe hotel was close to downtown and super clean. The surround area super quietGuest review byGiselaUnited States
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