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Our guide on where to stay in Lower Ocean
Find the best Lower Ocean areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lower Ocean
Westside Santa Cruz
7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(16 area reviews)
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.
Our pick of the best Lower Ocean Hotel Deals
Surf City Inn and Suites
619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$119 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$119
23 Apr - 24 Apr
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
Check-in there was a kiosk with someone to check in with on a screen even though there was a receptionist inside the office. Entering the room the air felt musty and humid in the room. It needed to be aired out after it got cleaned. There was no welcome instructions on pool hours, wether we needed ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
505 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$93 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$93
4 May - 5 May
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (918 reviews)
Friendly staff. Clean room. Free parking. We were able to walk to the boardwalk. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
330 Ocean St. Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$116 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$116
30 Apr - 1 May
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (818 reviews)
Staff was friendly
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Discover the most popular places to visit in Lower Ocean
Mystery Spot
Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Santa Cruz Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Cowell's Beach
Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Activities
Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt
AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour
AU$184
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
AU$7
per traveller
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