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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Well situated in Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.
Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel is well set in the centre of Santa Cruz, and provides an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Located in Santa Cruz, 400 metres from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Situated in Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz
Located off scenic California Highway 1, Fairfield Inn & Suites is less than 2 miles away from the University of California Santa Cruz.
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 en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
Conveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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.
Hotels with parking in Santa Cruz
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 289 reviewsFrom US$139.35 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 304 reviewsFrom US$136.48 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 253 reviewsFrom US$304.58 per night
- Free parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 441 reviewsFrom US$125.56 per night
- Private parkingScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 381 reviewsFrom US$126.13 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 814 reviewsFrom US$305.92 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 693 reviewsFrom US$146.64 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 466 reviewsFrom US$116.69 per night
- Parking on siteScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviewsFrom US$148.83 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 814 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Santa Cruz
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,165 reviews
Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Cruz and nearby
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 445 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.
From US$114.87 per nightHoward Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviewsLocated 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.
From US$117.83 per nightWest Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 253 reviewsNestled 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...
From US$304.58 per nightSuper 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 392 reviewsThis 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.
From US$88.58 per nightBest Western Plus All Suites Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 247 reviewsBest Western Plus All Suites Inn is 3.2 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.
From US$129.08 per nightHotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 534 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.
From US$143.28 per nightSureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 6.2Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 439 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.
From US$92.61 per nightQuality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
Hotel in Santa CruzBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 6.8Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 123 reviewsLocated 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area offers 2-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
From US$113.97 per night
Hotels located in the centre of Santa Cruz
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewFacing the beachfront, La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers 5-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.
From US$472.47 per nightFireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviewsLocated 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.
From US$92.12 per nightAqua Breeze Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 943 reviewsAqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.
From US$202.26 per nightBeachview Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 476 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.
From US$101.73 per nightRio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 804 reviewsStyled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily.
From US$126.13 per nightCapri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.1Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 302 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.
From US$69.50 per nightSeaway Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 81 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.
From US$177.46 per nightBay Front Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 1,107 reviewsSituated 2 minutes’ drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Bay Front Inn offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free WiFi.
From US$105.89 per night
Budget hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 598 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.
From US$86.90 per night Drift Inn, LLC
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 862 reviewsThis central Santa Cruz motel 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 US$86.75 per nightOcean Gate Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 171 reviewsThe Ocean Gate Inn is ideally located in the heart of Santa Cruz! Each room includes a balcony with a view, a TV with cable channels, air conditioning, ironing facilities, a microwave, a...
From US$87.20 per nightMotel Santa Cruz
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 6.2Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 306 reviewsA short distance from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and other popular area attractions, this California motel provides comfortable accommodations and 24-hour front desk service.
From US$164.09 per nightContinental Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviewsJust 5 minutes’ drive from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub and has spacious rooms. Free WiFi is included. It offers free on site guest parking.
From US$97.13 per nightNational 9 Motel
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 713 reviewsThis 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 US$89.61 per nightBeach Hill Bungalow
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviewsSet in Santa Cruz, Beach Hill Bungalow offers a restaurant, 700 metres from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 1.3 km from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse.
Edgewater Beach Inn
Hotel in Santa CruzCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviewsIdeally situated in the centre of Santa Cruz, Edgewater Beach Inn features free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.
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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:
- 6.0
Although we had passed through Santa Cruz previously, this...
Although we had passed through Santa Cruz previously, this was our first stay. Candidly, the town felt quite run down and in some places downright shabby. We were staying principally to visit the Roaring Camp Railroad and Scotts Valley, ultimately on our way to San Francisco. If we were staying in the area again, we would stay in the much more attractive town of Capitola, just a few minutes South of Santa Cruz.Guest review byAnthonyUnited Kingdom - 8.0
Ebikes along the ocean was amazing.
Ebikes along the ocean was amazing. Boardwalk had lots of great rides and food options. Beautiful wharf to walk on and visit many shops/restaurants. Don't miss out on Gayle's Bakery or the Mystery Spot that is nearby.Guest review byTammyUnited States - 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
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- From US$87.20 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,461 reviewsThe location was a 5 min walk from the boardwalk which is nice so you dont have to pay/look for parking. When staying in santa cruz you either can either stay in a nice hotel for a steep price or try to find an inn/motel that looks renovated or clean relying on the photos and reviews. For the price of this place you kinda get what you pay for but based on some of the photos and reviews i had slightly higher expectations.Guest review byRainUnited States
- From US$126.13 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 804 reviewsBooked 2 rooms but as they were originally in different areas of the building the hotel very kindly moved us next to each other at no cost. Location is excellent close to Santa Cruz broad walk and downtown in equal measure. TV's come with Amazon prime included (which we hadn't expected and was a welcome surprise) and WIFI speed was excellent in both rooms.Guest review byAndrewUnited Kingdom
- From US$305.92 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 814 reviewsWe love hearing the waves all night and easy access to the beach. Also love that the pool and spa are basically on the beach. The location is great and the rooms are always clean and comfy. It's great being able to walk to the Boardwalk, the wharf and Westcliff Drive. Just a 2 mile drive to downtown. Parking is nice and easy too. Can't beat the views!!!Guest review byJillUnited States
- From US$92.15 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 274 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
- From US$102.43 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 744 reviewsExcellent location. Good Breakfast and nice pool. Room was clean and the whole family enjoyed our stay in Santa Cruz.Guest review byDaleUnited Kingdom
