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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside 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 "
United States
Lizette
The price is AU$368
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Bella Notte

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (597 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is AU$346
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (366 reviews)
"Clean and close to Capitola and Santa Cruz. Would stay here again. "
United States
Dan
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Hitching Post Studios Inn

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"We really liked how reasonable the rates were, easy to park, very spacious rooms, and super dog-friendly. We enjoyed checking out the small towns and liked how close the hotel was to hiking trails. Plenty of restaurants and cafes nearby."
United States
S.
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The stay was nice "
United States
Michelle
The price is AU$247
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
4.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (985 reviews)
"Beautiful location! Nice staff, clean room, lovely peak at the ocean."
United States
Kimberly
The price is AU$301
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June
Monarch Cove Inn

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (501 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Fern River Resort

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing vacation spot, most definitely doing it again!!"
United States
Laura
The price is AU$323
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (917 reviews)
"Perfect location. Staff was really friendly."
United States
Rosa
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Pacific Blue Inn

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
27.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (570 reviews)
"I had the harbor master room and loved the charm of the room. The views of Elkhorn Slough were glorious. Bring your binoculars!"
United States
Gwynne
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (199 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."
United States
Linda
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Seaway Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,275 reviews)
"Clean, close to pier and free breakfast would stay again "
United States
jose
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking, clean and updated rooms. Great visit - will return"
United States
josh
The price is AU$367
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hotel Los Gatos

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,289 reviews)
"It was awesome! Stayed there to play golf in Monterey!"
United States
Troy
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
3.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (841 reviews)
"Yes it was a great stay"
United States
Susan
The price is AU$310
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel "
United States
suhani
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Inn At Pasatiempo

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Saratoga Oaks Lodge
3.0 star property
31.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a lovely, unique place to stay with tons of room and better than expected kitchenette"
United States
Bethanie
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
2.5 star property
27.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (753 reviews)
"Clean rooms, very comfortable and inviting. Staff was great. Parking was a little sparse but after construction is done I’m sure that’ll be better"
United States
Mary
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, beds very comfy, staff friendly."
United States
Edwin
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Mission Inn

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,512 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel in a great location!!!"
United States
John
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Marea Sol Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

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

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.

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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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 Eastside Santa Cruz like?
Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveller data, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Hitching Post Studios Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 214 hotels and other accommodation options in Eastside 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 Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Eastside Santa Cruz.
What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach and Harbor Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Lincoln Beach and Sunny Cove Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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