Westside Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Westside Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz which includes general coastal views and views as well as an individual male
Santa Cruz featuring bird life
Santa Cruz which includes flowers, tropical scenes and rugged coastline
Santa Cruz which includes a beach, swimming and a coastal town

Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Wharf

Santa Cruz Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
Natural Bridges State Park

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.

Natural Bridges State Park
Ocean Street

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.

Ocean Street
Santa Cruz Main Beach

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Main Beach
Pacific Avenue

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.

Pacific Avenue

Activities

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Redwoods Forest Bathing

AU$130
per adult
Redwoods Forest Bathing
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

AU$196
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

AU$210
per adult
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic
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Our pick of the best Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$204 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$204
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,074 reviews)
"Super loud lots of families amd kids. We don’t mind but something to know ahead of time is nice"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$224 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$224
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,209 reviews)
"Upon check in, the staff was extremely friendly"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$167 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$167
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,226 reviews)
"Small partial beach view! But comfortable small hotel"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Marea Sol Hotel
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$481 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$481
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Great experience very convenient to everywhere"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$147 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$147
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,209 reviews)
"Staff made checking in simple and quick"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$106 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$106
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,029 reviews)
"It was raining cats and dogs so we didnt expect to use outdoor amenities but the night manager was very nice and upgraded our room. The place was spotless and smelled great. We had a great nights sleep. Thank you again."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Surf City Inn and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside Santa Cruz

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Mission Hill

While visiting Mission Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.

Mission Hill
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Circles

While Circles may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Cowell's Beach.

Circles
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Westlake

When in Westlake, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westlake
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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.

Downtown Santa Cruz
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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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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Harvey West

When in Harvey West, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Harvey West

Westside Santa Cruz Travel Guide

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