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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

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Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Bella Notte
Exterior

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, (608 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, pack a sweater or two"
United States
Jason
The price is AU$428
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (398 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
4.5 km from Eastside 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
Exterior

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)
"The diner and staff were fantastic!"
United States
Thomas
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great stay"
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$354
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Carousel Beach Inn
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (508 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$301
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Fern River Resort
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great restful location, excellent property"
United States
Penelope
The price is AU$420
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Garden

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Saratoga Oaks Lodge
3.0 star property
31.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 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$248
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Saratoga Oaks Lodge
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (239 reviews)
"Very beautiful and great price for our room I would stay there again!"
United States
Eugene
The price is AU$347
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Seaway Inn
Front of property

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.1 km from Eastside 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

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, (590 reviews)
"Wonderful view, lovely rooms. Would book again."
United States
Rena
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location for work will stay again thank you."
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,022 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
Free buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
20.2 km from Eastside 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
5 July - 6 July
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Lobby

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside 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
Library

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (743 reviews)
"We loved this place!"
United States
ron santa
The price is AU$560
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Inn at Depot Hill
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
John
The price is AU$357
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Exterior

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, (1,599 reviews)
"Beachfront and reasonable price will definitely stay again"
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$404
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Marea Sol Hotel
Living area

Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge
3.0 star property
20.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (191 reviews)
"We love our cabin very clean and beautiful view! This is the place to stay for a relaxing moment!!!"
United States
Erica
The price is AU$268
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Masood's Lodge
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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.
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Open Photo by rabbit.Hole

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.

A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

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.

Clock tower in downtown Santa Cruz, California, USA. The tower is a local landmark and gathering place, decorated with flowers and pumpkins.

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.

Photo by Janet Chang
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 Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good
"Good location, bathroom could have been better."
Hadleigh 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Casablanca On The Beach

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, Bella Notte is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This aparthotel offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 220 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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