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Our top choices for Midtown hotels

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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, 1.9 km from Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1236)
"The location is great, parking is convenient, staff courteous and the breakfast was excellent quality (simple but quality food)."
United States
Kevin
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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
8.9 km from Midtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
United States
Ariana
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
6.5 km from Midtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1237)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Midtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1150)
"Clean rooms, great stay, nice amenities, courteous staff, restaurant food fresh and tasty! "
United States
Delsie
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Midtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
3 km from Midtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"It’s a unique place in the midst of nature trails and old Redwood trees. It’s also positioned with a direct overland path to the ocean. All around a good choice for a stay."
United States
William.Leo
The price is AU$270
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 2 km from Midtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1268)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Midtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1183)
"Beautiful area"
United States
Connie
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Mission Inn
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1319)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Marea Sol Hotel
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.9 km from Midtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (763)
"Good value."
United States
David
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Midtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1030)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Todd
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
4.1 km from Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Midtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (615)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Midtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Pacific Blue Inn
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
5 km from Midtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Midtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
One Queen Bed
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Midtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Beachview Inn
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 1.3 km from Midtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Everything Staff is great and clean and quiet !"
United States
Richard
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Surf City Inn and Suites
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Midtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1168)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Midtown

Find the best Midtown 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 Midtown Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Heat was effective. Hot tub worked well "
Dakota 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Surf City Inn and Suites

Frequently asked questions

What is Midtown like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Santa Cruz's Midtown neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Midtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Midtown.
What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Midtown include Ocean Street, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and Pacific Garden Mall. While you're out sightseeing, Town Clock and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Cruz.

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