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Our top choices for Westside Santa Cruz hotels

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"Very beautiful and great price for our room I would stay there again!"
United States
Eugene
The price is AU$390
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Seaway Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great stay"
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$355
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Carousel Beach Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,020 reviews)
"Great place to stay and beds divine!"
United States
Catherine
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Mission Inn

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (227 reviews)
"Room and property grounds were clean. Great stay. Will stay again next time"
United States
Sonny
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
National 9 Santa Cruz

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Beachview Inn

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,080 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly"
United States
Maria
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Seaside Inn & Suites

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (929 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Pacific Blue Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (968 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (97 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Drift Inn

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,597 reviews)
"Beachfront and reasonable price will definitely stay again"
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$372
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Marea Sol Hotel

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (672 reviews)
"Easy parking, great breakfast selection, large rooms and quiet"
United States
Jane
The price is AU$313
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,431 reviews)
"This is my favorite hotel in Santa Cruz!"
United States
Alyssa
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Ocean Pacific Lodge

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, clean/beautiful room, loved the view. Happy hour and breakfast a big plus"
United States
Olivia
The price is AU$435
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,337 reviews)
"Really great hotel."
United States
Gaelle
The price is AU$364
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (607 reviews)
"Staff was so nice and this was a perfect hotel close to the Boardwalk. We'll be back!"
United States
Eli
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Capri Motel

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great price and location...Two blocks from the Boardwalk. Room included microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Torch Lite Inn

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful, booked 3 rooms for whole family, there were a all next to each other. We'll had fun in pool, great vacation"
United States
Darlene
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Hotel Solares

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,247 reviews)
"The parking was good the location of the hotel the hotel room was clean. And the staff was very nice. I would stay there again."
United States
Glenna
The price is AU$440
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Casablanca On The Beach

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,023 reviews)
"Nice size room easy parking great location"
United States
Brady
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great friendly and professional staff. Very clean hotel and very clean rooms. Great location and large parking area"
United States
marco
The price is AU$304
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
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Compare popular hotels in Westside Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
346 reviews
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Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
236 reviews
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Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
Front of property
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,020 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

Find the best Westside Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Eastside Santa Cruz

Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Westside Santa Cruz like?
Westside Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. Experience the best of Westside Santa Cruz with a visit to Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during your trip.
Where is the best place to stay in Westside Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveller data, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Westside Santa Cruz. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Westside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 186 hotels and other accommodation options in Westside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Westside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Westside Santa Cruz.
What is there to do in this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?
Explore Westside Santa Cruz's landmarks such as Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and learn about the local history. Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Neary Lagoon Park, Pacific Avenue and Pacific Garden Mall are just a few of the places to visit in and around Westside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing and Mission Santa Cruz are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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