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Our top choices for Lower Ocean hotels

1. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Susana
AU$239
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

2. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Veronica
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Surf City Inn and Suites

3. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
virgil
AU$127
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

4. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Falisha
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Drift Inn

5. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Gordon
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

6. Continental Inn

Continental Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Rachel
AU$125
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Continental Inn

7. Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
oscar
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Hotel Solares

8. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Cheryll
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Torch Lite Inn

9. Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Hadi
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Ocean Gate Inn

10. Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Justin
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Motel Santa Cruz

11. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Jessica
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carousel Beach Inn

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Bethany
AU$288
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Kristina
AU$212
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

14. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Sean
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites

15. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Clarissa
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Holly
AU$247
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Cecelia
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

18. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Lawrence
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge

19. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Brenda
AU$274
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

20. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Nireitha
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Lower Ocean

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Professional and personable staff at each encounter; 'free' breakfast with room purchase was great. Thank you."
kath 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Place was clean and spacious. Like the fact that it’s 7minute walk to the boardwalk. No need to worry about parking lot ."
Paula 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome hotel for families with young kids. Great location with playground nearby for morning/evening park time. Walking distance to downtown for retail shopping and local eateries. Eight minute drive to the boardwalk, close enough but still far enough from the crowds/congested traffic. Hotel staff and amenities were fantastic. Hot tub and pool was our highlight! Very comfortable temps for the entire family. Poolside service was great. Food was reasonably priced and delicious. Hotel staff was very accommodating to requests. Hotel provided free bottled water the entire duration of our stay and even offer s’mores kit for the kids to enjoy in the evening. Overall, one of the best hotel stays I’ve ever experience. Will definitely stay here again and highly recommend to all looking for a hotel with amazing hospitality and care."
Andrei 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good
"Overall good for the price. No breakfast at all. Pool and spa were warm but spa no hot at all. 9pm cut off time. Way too early for weary traveler."
DEAN 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

8/10 Good
"ac didn't work well. issue with the toilet so i coukdbt check in for a little whike.that and the ac were the only real problem I had. other than that the room was clean staff were nice. wish the pool hours were later. bed was comfy. parking was a little odd but at least there was plenty."
nichole 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Place was very clean and spacious. Like the fact that you could walk to to the boardwalk"
Paula 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Drift Inn
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great view of the beach from our balcony. All the food, fun and surf is just across the street"
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"We were very happy with the staff and the condition of the room. Nice and close to the beach. Walked there in about 5 minutes. Best hotel we have stayed at considering the many times we have visited. The only negative thing about the hotel was no breakfast with my stay like most hotels."
Nicole 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Solares
Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn

10/10 Excellent
"the location and the friendly staff."
Hadi 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Ocean Gate Inn

More cheap accommodation in Lower Ocean

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
AU$116
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Surf City Inn and Suites
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

525 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
AU$146
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Seaside Inn & Suites
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA
AU$163
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,498 reviews)
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

110 Plymouth St Santa Cruz CA
AU$181
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,320 reviews)
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
AU$187
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
6.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
Hotel Solares
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA
AU$219
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,609 reviews)
Marea Sol Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Lower Ocean?
The best areas to stay in Lower Ocean are the beachfront promenade for direct ocean access and the quieter, more residential streets just a few blocks inland for a relaxed experience.The beachfront promenade is ideal for those who want to be right by the water. This area stretches along the coastline and is lined with hotels, holiday lets, and restaurants, all offering easy access to the beach. You're footsteps away from the sand and the sound of the waves. It's great for couples looking for a romantic getaway, with many properties providing ocean views and direct access to evening strolls along the shore.A few blocks inland, the streets become more residential and offer a more tranquil setting. This area still provides convenient access to the beach, usually within a 5-10 minute walk, but without the constant activity of the promenade. Families often find this area appealing due to its quieter environment and the presence of more spacious holiday homes.
When is the best time to go to Lower Ocean?
The best time to visit Lower Ocean is during the late spring and early autumn months, specifically from May to June and September to October.These periods offer pleasant weather, with warm temperatures and less chance of rain, making it ideal for enjoying the coastline and outdoor activities. You'll also find the area less crowded than during the peak summer months, which means a more relaxed experience and potentially better value on accommodation and activities.For those looking to enjoy the beach and water sports, the summer months of July and August are also excellent, though the area will be at its busiest. The ocean temperatures are at their warmest, great for swimming, surfing, and paddleboarding.If you're interested in whale watching, the migration seasons are worth considering. Grey whales can be spotted heading south from December to February and returning north from March to May.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Lower Ocean.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Lower Ocean?
Prices for hotels in Lower Ocean often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$116 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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