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Our top choices for Lower Ocean hotels

Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice clean room close the beach."
United States
Thomas
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Surf City Inn and Suites
Signature Room
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"perfect place to stay if going to the boardwalk"
United States
Maria
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Torch Lite Inn
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (859 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (771 reviews)
"My check in was a great experience! Love this hotel!"
United States
Justin
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Drift Inn
Courtyard
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
6.6 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice staff and clean rooms"
United States
Esmeralda
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Hotel Solares
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view
Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn

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

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
5.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Great for a short stay and price point."
United States
Francisco
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Motel Santa Cruz
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,342 reviews)
"Great room and location "
United States
Aditya
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Marea Sol Hotel
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.9 km from Lower Ocean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,282 reviews)
"Great place to stay everytime!!"
United States
Sandra
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (931 reviews)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites
One Queen Bed
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Beachview Inn
Reception
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
28.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (945 reviews)
"Clean and great locat"
United States
MARK
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,257 reviews)
"Awesome stay. Clean rooms and friendly staff "
United States
Josue
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,244 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean room. Will definitely stay here again!"
Canada
michelle
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (152 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great location, and nice rooms."
United States
Robert
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Seaway Inn
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,019 reviews)
"The hotel was perfect, very cute and clean, super nice staff and great location. Will stay here again."
United States
sophie
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Mission Inn
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
9.6 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,034 reviews)
"Clean rooms, good food"
United States
Carlos
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Like this hotel clean, clean and nice staff "
United States
Emma
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)
Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (468 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Fern River Resort
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Our guide on where to stay in Lower Ocean

Find the best Lower Ocean areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Santa Cruz which includes general coastal views and views as well as an individual male

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 Pacific Avenue.

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.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.

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 Main Beach 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.

Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Good"
Jordan B 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lower Ocean?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Lower Ocean's Lower Ocean neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Ocean Street as part of your Lower Ocean travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is a highly ranked property in Lower Ocean. This hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Drift Inn and Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.
How many hotels are there in Lower Ocean?
With 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Lower Ocean to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Lower Ocean area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Lower Ocean.
What is there to do around this Lower Ocean neighbourhood?
Ocean Street is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Ocean. While you're out sightseeing, Pacific Garden Mall and Pacific Avenue are a couple of additional sights to visit in Lower Ocean.