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1. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (949 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Pacific Blue Inn

2. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

3. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,128 reviews)
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
United States
Justin
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Seaside Inn & Suites
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

4. 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, (1,350 reviews)
"Great location, very clean property and friendly staff"
United States
Frank
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

5. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,625 reviews)
"Great Location"
United States
Lisa
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

6. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,545 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Anthony
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,344 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is AU$233
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (109 reviews)
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

9. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff, they have plenty of parking."
United States
SONIA ARACELI MATA
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

10. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great location."
United States
Michael
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Beachview Inn
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What's there to see and do in Downtown Santa Cruz?
The beaches, restaurants and coffee shops are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area. Activities and attractions to experience around Downtown Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue. Some other things you might want to enjoy include Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Lighthouse Point Park.

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