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Popular hotels in Santa Cruz

Discover well-known properties in Santa Cruz that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 392 hotels in Santa Cruz and price data was last updated on 9 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Santa Cruz is £141/night.
These hotels are among the most popular places to stay for users visiting Santa Cruz. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Santa Cruz.
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555 Highway 17, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Inn At Pasatiempo offers an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, along with rooms with ironing facilities. It also provides meeting rooms, room service and a BBQ/picnic area.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
767 reviews
Location
1.8 mi from city centre
611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Located under a 20-minute walk from Santa Cruz, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection features free Wi-Fi. In addition, a spa bath and a coffee maker are just some of the many facilities offered at this hip 4-star hotel.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
851 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers beachfront accommodation and is within walking distance of Santa Cruz. Popular amenities, such as an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, ensure a satisfying stay in Santa Cruz.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
1420 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Conveniently situated and offering free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, this unique hotel is located an easy drive from Santa Cruz. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, a coffee bar and a beauty centre.
Free Wi-Fi
7.7
Good
1115 reviews
Location
4.3 mi from city centre
101 Main Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Casablanca On The Beach provides beachfront accommodation and is within walking distance of Santa Cruz. It also offers a ticket service, a concierge and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.9
Good
1640 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Within a 20-minute walk from Santa Cruz, the hotel offers guests a convenient base while visiting Santa Cruz. It also has free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
918 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
A 10-minute walk from Santa Cruz, Hotel Solares has a accessible location, making it an ideal place to stay while in Santa Cruz. It also provides an outdoor pool, an express check-in and check-out feature and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
6.8
Good
3009 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Providing free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and outdoor tennis courts, Chaminade Resort & Spa is located within easy driving distance of Santa Cruz and Capitola. It provides a spa, as well as a sauna, an express check-in and check-out feature and a swim-up bar.
Free Wi-Fi
7.3
Good
643 reviews
Location
2.9 mi from city centre
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Beach Street Inn and Suites offers beachfront accommodation in Santa Cruz and is within walking distance of Santa Cruz. It also provides free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.8
Excellent
1695 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
2956 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz provides comfortable 3-star accommodation in Santa Cruz. It has a fitness centre, as well as an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
410 reviews
Location
1.8 mi from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Santa Cruz

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hotel in Santa Cruz.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Santa Cruz?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Santa Cruz is August (£68). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Cruz is July (£190).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Santa Cruz?

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Cruz is Saturday (£78). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is £244.

How much is a hotel in Santa Cruz tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Santa Cruz tonight starting as low as £69, rising to an average cost of £205, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £69 for a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz for tonight.

How much is a Santa Cruz hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Santa Cruz this weekend for as little as £171/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £217/night. For a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz, the cheapest rate recently found was £171/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Santa Cruz?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 76 days before your trip to Santa Cruz. The lowest price found when booking 76 days ahead was £86 per night.

Top-rated Santa Cruz hotels

Browse through properties in Santa Cruz that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 392 properties in Santa Cruz and data was last updated on 9 July 2025.
Some of the best Santa Cruz hotel options as decided by our users. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Parking
£174
Avg. per night
1025 Laurel Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£202
Avg. per night
201 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£208
Avg. per night
174 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£278
Avg. per night
1505 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£135
Avg. per night
401 Johans Beach Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
2.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£196
Avg. per night
110 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£126
Avg. per night
2250 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£108
Avg. per night
1101 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£100
Avg. per night
338 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£93
Avg. per night
500 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£129
Avg. per night
126 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£98
Avg. per night
2424 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£130
Avg. per night
314 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£104
Avg. per night
130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£123
Avg. per night
516 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£93
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Santa Cruz, California

Discover affordable stays in Santa Cruz that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Santa Cruz can be found for as low as £60 per night. There is currently one property in Santa Cruz that can be booked for this price. National 9 Motel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santa Cruz. Price data was last updated on 9 July 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Santa Cruz at the moment. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£60
Avg. per night
414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£68
Avg. per night
505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£72
Avg. per night
50 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£74
Avg. per night
370 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£74
Avg. per night
337 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£74
Avg. per night
619 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Pool
£79
Avg. per night
500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£79
Avg. per night
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£85
Avg. per night
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£85
Avg. per night
645 Seventh Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£86
Avg. per night
522 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£88
Avg. per night
325 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£89
Avg. per night
111 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£89
Avg. per night
525 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£90
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Santa Cruz

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Santa Cruz to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Santa Cruz at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 9 July 2025.
Some of the best options for booking a hotel in Santa Cruz categorised by hotel class. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Santa Cruz.
4 stars +
175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
3 stars
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
201 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
555 Highway 17, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
2 stars and under
130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Other accommodations in Santa Cruz

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Santa Cruz. There are 392 hotels in Santa Cruz and price data was last updated on 9 July 2025. The average price for a stay in Santa Cruz is £141/night.
325 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£89
Avg. per night
522 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£88
Avg. per night
175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£264
Avg. per night
1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
2.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£191
Avg. per night
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£181
Avg. per night
204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£116
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Santa Cruz to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 9 July 2025.
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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 9 July 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Santa Cruz?

    Santa Cruz is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, which has a current rating of 8.2. For other potential stays, consider The Inn at Pasatiempo and Hyatt Place 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 Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection recommend it as a good place to stay near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, scoring 8.2/10 from 851 ratings.

  • What is a good hotel in Santa Cruz near Pasatiempo Golf Course?

    The Inn at Pasatiempo is a hotel near Pasatiempo Golf Course that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 8.2 from 767 reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near Natural Bridges State Park?

    A good hotel near Natural Bridges State Park is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, which has been rated 8.0/10 by 410 HotelsCombined user reviews.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Santa Cruz?

    £99 per night is the cheapest Santa Cruz hotel price found in our data from the last 72 hours.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?

    In addition to Santa Cruz, travellers opt to visit San Francisco when visiting California. Los Angeles is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Santa Cruz?

    In total, there are 392 hotels to choose from in Santa Cruz, compared to 102,309 properties in California.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Santa Cruz?

    The top three landmarks in Santa Cruz are:
    • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, which you can visit while staying in Santa Cruz
    • Pasatiempo Golf Course, which you can visit while staying in Santa Cruz
    • Natural Bridges State Park, which you can visit while staying in Santa Cruz

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