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Tonight
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Tomorrow
16 Sept - 17 Sept
This weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept
Next weekend
25 Sept - 27 Sept

Our top choices for Santa Cruz cheap hotels

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.
A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.
A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.
A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

1. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Justin
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Seaside Inn & Suites
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window.
A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.
A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.

2. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Salvador
AU$107
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

3. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Anthony
AU$147
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.
A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.
A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

4. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Javier
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Beachview Inn
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

5. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Crystal
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Lisa
AU$177
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A hotel room with a white bed, two bedside lamps, a bedside phone, and a digital clock on the nightstand.
A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting of a beach scene on the wall, a potted plant, and a door leading to another room.
A wooden gazebo with a hot tub underneath, surrounded by a wooden fence and lattice panels.

7. Continental Inn

Continental Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
KAREN
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Continental Inn
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.
An outdoor patio with red umbrellas, wicker chairs, and a stone wall.
A golf course with artificial green turf, a flagstick, and a stone wall.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

8. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Lorena
AU$109
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Surf City Inn and Suites
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Jill Susanne
AU$231
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

10. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Bertha
AU$152
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful property to relax and enjoy. There was a great trail to walk directly from the property that offered a great little bit of walking in the mountains."
Tracy 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

10/10 Excellent
"Great place. Will come back"
Marc 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"A great place to stay while working in the area, However I would not recommend for a family on vacation. Bad part of town with nairdowells."
Kelsey 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"I would recommend this stay"
Sanmatie 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Solares
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"My biggest question would be why on earth are the towels grey…? They don’t look clean even if they are, but also they don’t look like the color is intentionally chosen… they’re pale grey and look as though they just don’t get washed properly."
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travellers on a budget?
Santa Cruz has a variety of cheap accommodation options and things to do, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. In addition to its well-known attractions such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, this destination is home to University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and Pleasure Point Park, which you can enjoy while spending very little.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveller reviews, Ocean Pacific Lodge is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other choices to stay on the cheap include Beachview Inn and Torch Lite Inn.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Santa Cruz?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Santa Cruz, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What is there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz is known for its sporting events and surfing, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Enjoy the outdoors at Santa Cruz Main Beach and Cowell's Beach, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Ocean Street.
How can I get to Santa Cruz and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Santa Cruz is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the centre in Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. Santa Cruz might not have very many public transport options so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.

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