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Our top choices for University of California, Santa Cruz hotels

1. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Sandra
AU$241
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Inn At Pasatiempo

2. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
5 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jessica
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carousel Beach Inn

3. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Clarissa
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Kristina
AU$212
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Aprille
AU$261
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
4.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Susana
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

7. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Sean
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites

8. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Cecelia
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

9. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
4.4 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Lawrence
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Monika
AU$239
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Igor
AU$288
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

12. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jay
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Beachview Inn

13. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
6.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Iram
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chaminade Resort & Spa

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Rose
AU$261
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

15. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
9.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jose
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
4.5 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Gordon
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

17. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
3.9 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Brenda
AU$274
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

18. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Emily
AU$222
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Mission Inn

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
4.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Natalya
AU$234
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

20. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
4.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Nicole
AU$200
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Pacific Blue Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Property amenity
Inn At Pasatiempo
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
8.8
Excellent
1,326 reviews
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
8.6
Excellent
1,319 reviews
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Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
8.6
Excellent
1,243 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn
9.0
Wonderful
941 reviews
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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

8/10 Good
"Everything was amazing"
Rita 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great view of the beach from our balcony. All the food, fun and surf is just across the street"
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"We were very happy with the staff and the condition of the room. Nice and close to the beach. Walked there in about 5 minutes. Best hotel we have stayed at considering the many times we have visited. The only negative thing about the hotel was no breakfast with my stay like most hotels."
Nicole 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Solares

Other attractions near University of California, Santa Cruz

A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.
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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 reviews)
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.
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Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

8.4/10 (103 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Pasatiempo Golf Course

7.4/10 (99 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at Pasatiempo Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Scandinavian Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Scandinavian Cultural Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

7.0/10 (6 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Santa Cruz?
University of California, Santa Cruz is located in an area that travellers like for its sporting events. You'll find 436 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Seaside Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz. Other good choices within 5 miles include Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to University of California, Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 436 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from University of California, Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near University of California, Santa Cruz.
What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, University Terrace Dog Park and Branciforte Dog Park.