Downtown, Santa Cruz, California, USA, during autumn. The image shows the street with trees in fall colors, buildings, and a bus. The photo shows the city's architecture.

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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Cruz hotels

Terrace/patio

1. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown 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
24 June - 25 June
Pacific Blue Inn
Exterior

2. The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"The diner and staff were fantastic!"
United States
Thomas
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

3. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (999 reviews)
"Excellent location."
United States
Chris
The price is AU$309
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Monarch Cove Inn
Indoor pool

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location for work will stay again thank you."
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Property grounds

5. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great restful location, excellent property"
United States
Penelope
The price is AU$382
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Front of property

6. Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Santosh Kumar
The price is AU$313
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Hotel Los Gatos
Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, River View

7. Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (590 reviews)
"Wonderful view, lovely rooms. Would book again."
United States
Rena
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
One Queen Bed

8. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Beachview Inn
Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

9. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is AU$340
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Bella Notte
Reception

10. Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
29.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely room and great place. Would recommend and would definitely stay again."
United Kingdom
Chris
The price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Inn At Moss Landing Point
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed

11. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Downtown 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
Front of property

12. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 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
Lobby

13. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$344
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Free buffet breakfast

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
22.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and helpful , room was clean , nice breakfast"
United States
Julie
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Terrace/patio

15. Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
2.5 star property
27.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (778 reviews)
"Nice room with very soft pillows. Clean kitchen and bathroom. Would stay there again for the price. Parking was close and safe."
United States
Kelli
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Exterior

16. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown 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
Surfing/boogie boarding

17. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Very beautiful and great price for our room I would stay there again!"
United States
Eugene
The price is AU$364
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Seaway Inn
Lobby

18. Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
2.5 star property
28.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"great place for the budget"
United States
jose
The price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
Reception

19. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,308 reviews)
"The staff was very nice. The drinks at the bar were great."
United States
Bernice
The price is AU$297
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Front of property – evening/night

20. Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Everything about the hotel was excellent"
United States
Ron
The price is AU$305
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
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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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Open Photo by Alex Sam

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.

Jack O'Neill Memorial Paddle Out Surfers

Pleasure Point

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

CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue

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.

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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.

Top Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Our favorite spot to stay when in Santa Cruz!"
Deborah 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Santa Cruz like?
Downtown Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and cycling. Are you looking for Downtown Santa Cruz travel tips? Make sure that you visit Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveller data, Pacific Blue Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Santa Cruz. This guest house is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers in-room fireplaces and free WiFi.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Santa Cruz.
What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Downtown Santa Cruz, consider Pacific Garden Mall or Pacific Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Williams-Reynolds House and Town Clock. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mission Santa Cruz are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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