Lower Ocean Travel Guide
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Clean room, friendly staff and good breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Continental Inn
The room was great but there was a clump of hair on the shower towels.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Surf City Inn and Suites
Nice except they use VERY bright lights in the room that can give you a headache. Hot tub was nice but the jets didnt work. Very nice area.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Fern River Resort
Cabin 11A was spotless and very warm. The only downside to the stay is the heater is extremely loud. It’s a loud buzz that continues for over an hour. It’s not pleasant & is hard to tune out. Almost sounds like an alarm. Not sure if staff is aware? Unless all the heaters sound like this.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Santa Cruz N At The Beach! Oceanfront w/ Amazing Sunsets!
The view and sounds of the ocean are sooo fantastic! Loved it!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH
Very unique and whimsical place to stay. The patio view was beautiful and we appreciated accessibility of the shops and restaurants.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during your visit to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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 Wharf
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Natural Bridges State Park
You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Ocean Street
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Pacific Avenue
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.







