Downtown Santa Cruz Hotels, Santa Cruz
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Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue InnDowntown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (917 reviews)
"Perfect location. Staff was really friendly."
Rosa
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa4.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The stay was nice "
Michelle
The price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains16.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly staff "
Jasmine
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Monarch Cove Inn
Monarch Cove Inn7.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (988 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay! Love this place, location, staff, breakfast, and their passion to tend to butterflies. We can’t wait to go back!"
Adeline
The price is AU$300
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Fern River Resort
Fern River Resort8.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (504 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
Seth
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Hotel Los Gatos
Hotel Los Gatos27.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel quiet location"
Russell
The price is AU$328
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Seaway Inn
Seaway InnWestside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (201 reviews)
"Rooms were spacious and clean. The close proximity to the beach made for a very relaxing place to spend a couple of days. I would stay there again."
Linda
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing28.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (573 reviews)
"The owners of this property are so friendly and kind! If you like nautical decor like we do, you will absolutely love it here! Don't hesitate to book!"
Cheryl
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,299 reviews)
"Very clean room, friendly staff"
Anthony
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Bella Notte
Bella NotteEastside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
Lizette
The price is AU$399
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach CottagesEastside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
George
The price is AU$360
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,019 reviews)
"Will stay again. Great location!"
Joshua
The price is AU$336
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Mission Inn
Mission InnWestside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, beds very comfy, staff friendly."
Edwin
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea6.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Great place to stay while I worked in the area. "
Trevor
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals6.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (842 reviews)
"Yes it was a great stay"
Susan
The price is AU$396
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel27.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (756 reviews)
"This is definitely a cozy and conveniently located hotel. But don’t plan on having privacy or peace. The walls are so thin, you hear EVERYTHING in adjacent rooms."
Richard
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At Pasatiempo2.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel "
suhani
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa CruzBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,287 reviews)
"Clean, close to pier and free breakfast would stay again "
jose
The price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites5.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast and jacuzzi rooms were amaaing "
Monica
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
La Bahia Hotel and SpaWestside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (268 reviews)
"Had a great time!
Beautiful hotel and room and lovely views"
Allison
The price is AU$498
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz
Find the best Downtown Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Westside Santa Cruz
Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
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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.
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Open Photo by Jennifer Radman
Pleasure Point
While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.
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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
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Open Photo by Janet Chang
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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