Hotels in Santa Cruz, CA

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Santa Cruz, CA, United States
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Discover well-known properties in Santa Cruz that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 365 hotels in Santa Cruz and price data was last updated on 28 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Santa Cruz is $185/night.
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611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Hotel Paradox Autograph Collection provides comfortable 4-star accommodation in Santa Cruz. It has a fitness centre, as well as meeting rooms, an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
64 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Situated in Santa Cruz, the hotel is within walking distance of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and provides a swimming pool and a Jacuzzi. It also offers free Wi-Fi, massage services and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
1034 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
National 9 Motel is situated in Santa Cruz and offers complimentary Wi-Fi. It also features a vending machine and an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.6
Good
788 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
1101 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Featuring free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, Quality Inn Santa Cruz is situated in Santa Cruz and offers modern accommodation. It is conveniently positioned for those wishing to visit the area's popular attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.4
Good
231 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Located a short stroll from Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station, the hotel provides guests with a convenient base when visiting Santa Cruz. It also offers a swimming pool and a Jacuzzi.
Free Wi-Fi
6.4
Good
972 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
201 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Sea & Sand Inn is situated in Santa Cruz and is close to local sightseeing spots, including Undertow Roller Coaster and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It is moments from Cowell's Beach and is near the area's well-known attractions and dining spots.
Free Wi-Fi
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8.9
Excellent
140 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Santa Cruz

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Santa Cruz. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest month:January
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Santa Cruz:$185/night
Cheapest price found:$62/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$115 - $288
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$124 - $186
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Hotel prices in Santa Cruz

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130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
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175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

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About Santa Cruz

The Californian city of Santa Cruz is famous for its moderate climate, redwood forests and beautiful coastline. Sitting just below San Francisco, on the scenic Pacific Coast Highway, the sunshine city is a beach goers paradise.

Things to do in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is home to one of the oldest beachfront amusement parks on the west coast, located on the Beach Boardwalk. After loading up on sugar-coated doughnuts, take a ride on the Giant Dipper for an old-school American adrenaline rush.

For an action-packed day of sun, sand and sports, head to Twin Lakes State Beach where you can enjoy surfing, kayaking and sunset stand-up paddleboard classes. Afterwards, retire to the Crow’s Nest Restaurant to dine on fresh seafood fettuccine and delicious grilled dishes.

Downtown Santa Cruz is perfect for strolling around at a leisurely place. Hop from boutique shop to quirky cafe in search of the perfect souvenir or hire a bike to zip around the area like a local. For a sweet treat, head to the Santa Cruz Farmers Market to pick up some baked goods.

Seymour Marine Discovery Centre is an educational centre located next to Natural Bridges State Beach. Children and adults alike can wander around the interactive science exhibits and dip an arm into the aquarium’s touch pools. Make sure to get a picture in front of the large blue whale skeleton outside.

Getting around Santa Cruz

Mineta San Jose International Airport is under one hour north of Santa Cruz, and Monterey Regional Airport is the same distance to the south. Once in town, the downtown district is pedestrian-friendly, though the metro bus service runs regularly for longer trips.

Facts about staying in Santa Cruz

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Santa Cruz to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Santa Cruz?

    One of the most popular hotels in Santa Cruz is Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, which has been reviewed by 64 users and currently has a rating of 8.2/10. Other top-rated locations include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, which have received 8.7/10 and 8.4/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

    Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is a hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 8.2 across 64 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Santa Cruz near Santa Cruz Harbor?

    The most popular hotel near Santa Cruz Harbor is Casablanca Inn on The Beach, with 1,402 HotelsCombined users scoring it 7.9/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf?

    A good hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf is Dream Inn Santa Cruz, which has been rated 8.7/10 by 1,034 HotelsCombined user reviews.

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