Westside Santa Cruz Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(16 reviews)

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
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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
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Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(5 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Natural Bridges State Park during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
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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
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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
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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.

Cowell's Beach

Activities

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Big Sur Private Charter from San Francisco by Luxury SUV 10 hrs

AU$1,965
Per adult
Big Sur Private Charter from San Francisco by Luxury SUV 10 hrs
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Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

AU$128
Per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
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Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

AU$604
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max
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Our pick of the best Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Seaside Inn & Suites
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
525 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$149 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$149
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (360 reviews)
"Had a pleasant stay, room was comfortable and staff were friendly. Location was great."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Seaside Inn & Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$251 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$251
per night
19 May - 20 May
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Nice property! Great for families or couples. The food and drinks were great, just too expensive!"

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$219 per night from 9 May to 10 May
AU$219
per night
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (381 reviews)
"Our stay at this hotel was great! Our first floor room was very spacious and was well-stocked with everything we needed except body lotion. We would have loved another outlet or two (one on each side of each bed would have been great; one bed did not have an outlet on one side) and drawers vs. shelves ..."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$412 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$412
per night
22 May - 23 May
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"What a great experience! Ocean views, great rooms and right on the beach!! The staff is wonderful, and it is a short walk to the pier, boardwalk and Pacific avenue. I highly recommend this hotel, above 5 star!"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$318 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$318
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"I thought the breakfast was a great option. I thought the amenities were lacking though. No disposable shower caps or hand lotions. No free parking $19/day for valet parking. But the hotel was in a good walking distance to downtown and the boardwalk, if you like walking. Not many restaurants close ..."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 out of 5
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$310 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$310
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,219 reviews)
Great view
"It has the best location. Right in town Where you can see the ocean and boardwalk from the shared balcony space."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Casablanca On The Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside Santa Cruz

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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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Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

Upper Seabright
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Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright

Westside Santa Cruz Travel Guide

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