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Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (70 reviews)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Drift Inn

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great property "
United States
Lalitkumar
Continental Inn

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (779 reviews)
"The staff are very nice and acc"
United States
Sharmaine
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly and fast check in, room was clean. "
United States
Hector
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Torch Lite Inn

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"All was well."
United States
roscoe
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Hotel Solares

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,015 reviews)
"Nice clean room close the beach."
United States
Thomas
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Surf City Inn and Suites

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
Ocean Gate Inn

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, the staff was outstanding. "
United States
Wallace
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (863 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Great for a short stay and price point."
United States
Francisco
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Motel Santa Cruz

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
Scotts Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast was amazing, a lot of variety, a clean room, delicious food and a cool coffee machine!! Hot tub after a long day yesterday was also a plus! Overall impressed with cleanliness, location and amenities!! Will stay again! "
United States
Bree
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
Scotts Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff were very helpful. Rate was amazing for this hotel. Will stay again."
United States
Margaret
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (474 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Fern River Resort

Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (175 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay"
United States
Joshua
The price is AU$297
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Masood's Lodge

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
Moss Landing
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (557 reviews)
"Place was perfect for a family. Couldn’t tell arriving at night how pretty it was. Attentive staff and easy check in process. Would 10/10 recommend. "
United States
Jacob
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
Moss Landing
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (958 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, great location "
United States
Brad
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
Watsonville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice staff, great location and very clean"
United States
mariebeth
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
Watsonville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here. "
United States
Luz
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, very nice breakfast."
United States
Zhiwei
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Lower Ocean?
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is a favourite with Expedia customers. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other favourite options based on traveller reviews include Drift Inn and The Aqua Pacific Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Lower Ocean.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Lower Ocean has to offer?
Santa Cruz N At The Beach! Oceanfront w/ Amazing Sunsets!: This holiday home rental outside of Lower Ocean is located on the beach, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Lower Ocean.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Lower Ocean.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Lower Ocean?
Based on our traveller reviews, Torch Lite Inn is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Lower Ocean.
What's the best family accommodation in Lower Ocean?
Continental Inn is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Also, attractions in the area such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Lower Ocean.
What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Lower Ocean?
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. The Aqua Pacific Hotel is another good option for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Lower Ocean.
What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Lower Ocean?
Continental Inn is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include Surf City Inn and Suites and Hotel Solares. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Lower Ocean.
What are some hotels with pools in Lower Ocean?
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz: Hotel, 13-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Features buffet, an outdoor pool and complimentary wireless Internet access. Continental Inn and Surf City Inn and Suites are a couple of other choices that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Lower Ocean.
What is the best spa hotel in Lower Ocean?
Surf City Inn and Suites is a highly recommended spa hotel with an indoor pool. Why not spend some time relaxing in the Hot tub? See all spa hotels in Lower Ocean.
What is staying in Lower Ocean like?
Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Lower Ocean has to offer. A top sight in the area is Monterey Bay. In Lower Ocean, there are 19 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Lower Ocean.
What should I do while I'm visiting Lower Ocean?
A favourite place to visit is Ocean Street. Additionally, you'll find Monterey Bay in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Lower Ocean guide.
What's the weather like in Lower Ocean?
The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Lower Ocean is 677 mm.

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