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 £125/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
0.6 mi 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
0.9 mi from city centre
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Located less than a 10-minute stroll from Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station, the hotel offers guests an ideal base when visiting Santa Cruz. It also offers an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
881 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
555 Highway 17, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
The Inn at Pasatiempo has 54 rooms and features an outdoor pool. This comfortable 3-star hotel is just a 10-minute drive from Santa Cruz.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
514 reviews
Location
1.8 mi 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
0.9 mi from city centre
500 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is a comfortable setting when visiting Santa Cruz and is close to everything the area has to offer. It also offers a Jacuzzi, an outdoor pool and a sauna.
Free Wi-Fi
7.0
Good
337 reviews
Location
0.7 mi 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
0.8 mi 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
Parking
8.9
Excellent
140 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
525 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Oceana Inn Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz and is close to the area's popular attractions. It also offers free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Location
0.6 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Santa Cruz

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Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:August
Average price in Santa Cruz:£125/night
Cheapest price found:£49/night
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Thursday
£86 - £221
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£87 - £203
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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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407 Broadway, 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?

    Santa Cruz is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is Comfort Inn Santa Cruz, which has a current rating of 7.8. For other potential stays, consider Hyatt Place Santa Cruz and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, which can also be great places to stay in Santa Cruz.

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

    Reviews of Hyatt Place Santa Cruz recommend it as a good place to stay near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, scoring 8.4/10 from 881 ratings.

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

    Casablanca Inn on The Beach is a hotel near Santa Cruz Harbor that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 7.9 from 1,402 reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf?

    A good hotel near Santa Cruz Wharf is Hyatt Place Santa Cruz, which has been rated 8.4/10 by 881 HotelsCombined user reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Santa Cruz cost?

    £135/night is the average price of a hotel in Santa Cruz, based on HotelsCombined searches over the last 3 days.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Santa Cruz?

    £70 per night is the cheapest Santa Cruz hotel price found in our data from the last 72 hours.

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