Hotels in Santa Cruz

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Where to stay in Santa Cruz?

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Fern River Resort
Fern River Resort
Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (468 reviews)
The price is CNY586
CNY764 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Fern River Resort
Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,244 reviews)
The price is CNY623
CNY722 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
The price is CNY824
CNY1,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Exterior
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
The price is CNY600
CNY694 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,283 reviews)
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
The price is CNY603
CNY740 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Lobby
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
Scotts Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,011 reviews)
The price is CNY669
CNY766 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn
Beachview Inn
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
The price is CNY446
CNY592 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Beachview Inn
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,342 reviews)
The price is CNY684
CNY796 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Marea Sol Hotel
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
Seaway Inn
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (152 reviews)
The price is CNY715
CNY871 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (575 reviews)
The price is CNY841
CNY971 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Property amenity
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
The price is CNY760
CNY875 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Inn At Pasatiempo
Front of property
Mission Inn
Mission Inn
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,019 reviews)
The price is CNY559
CNY704 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Mission Inn
Lobby
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
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,258 reviews)
The price is CNY824
CNY954 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Torch Lite Inn
Torch Lite Inn
Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
The price is CNY439
CNY515 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Torch Lite Inn
Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seaside Inn & Suites
Seaside Inn & Suites
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (931 reviews)
Seaside Inn & Suites
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
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
The price is CNY765
CNY885 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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
Aptos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,034 reviews)
The price is CNY738
CNY857 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior
Capitola Hotel
Capitola Hotel
Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
Capitola
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (508 reviews)
The price is CNY1,061
CNY1,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Capitola Hotel
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,187 reviews)
The price is CNY619
CNY957 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Casablanca On The Beach
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Budget hotels in Santa Cruz and vicinity

Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1007)
The price is CNY390
CNY498 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Surf City Inn and Suites
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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
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,258 reviews)
CNY93 off
The price is CNY841
per night
CNY972 total
includes taxes & fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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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
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,258 reviews)
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The price is CNY841
per night
CNY972 total
includes taxes & fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
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The price is CNY2,003
per night
CNY5,191 total
includes taxes & fees
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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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
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1258)
The price is CNY824
CNY954 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
The price is CNY824
CNY1,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Chaminade Resort & Spa
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Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1244)
The price is CNY623
CNY722 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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When is the best time to visit Santa Cruz?

Our prices for hotels in Santa Cruz are cheapest in January
Price trends for hotels in Santa Cruz
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Typical weather for Santa Cruz
January
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Top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz

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Westside Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz's Westside Santa Cruz neighborhood is known for its beaches and amusement parks, and entices visitors with attractions including Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue.

Eastside Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz's Eastside Santa Cruz neighborhood is known for its beaches and waterfront, and entices visitors with attractions including Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach.

Pleasure Point

World-renowned surf spot with a strong surf culture, Pleasure Point offers picturesque ocean views along East Cliff Drive and a walkable path with separate bike lanes. Enjoy amenities at Pleasure Point Park and nearby 41st Ave commercial district.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Santa Cruz's Beach Hill - Beach Flats neighborhood offers attractions including Pacific Avenue.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz's Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood is known for its beaches and restaurants, and entices visitors with attractions including Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.

Top landmarks in Santa Cruz

Famous surfing beach town! California
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.3/5 (3,850 reviews)
Ride the 1924 Giant Dipper wooden coaster, a National Historic Landmark with ocean views. Admission to the boardwalk is free, so you can stroll past classic carnival games before hitting the beach.
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The place where you can't stay straight.
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Open Photo by Arup Paul

Mystery Spot

4.1/5 (1,081 reviews)
Balls roll uphill and people change height at this mind-bending California attraction in the redwoods. The 45-minute guided tour will challenge everything you thought you knew about gravity.
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Santa Cruz and related destinations

Santa Cruz is hailed for its sports and seaside while top attractions include Monterey Bay. Visitors highlight this walkable city's entertainment while sights include Ocean Street and Mission Santa Cruz.

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Check out reviews of Santa Cruz hotels guests love

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great room, and staff helpful and friendly. Hot tub so good and clean. Close to Boardwalk, and a really good price. "
Charles 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Santa Cruz?
You can find top hotels in Santa Cruz from CNY515 with options to suit your budget and needs. Ocean Pacific Lodge and Beachview Inn are a couple of low-cost options that are popular with our travelers. If you're looking for an affordable hotel in Santa Cruz that meets all of your requirements, just sort hotels by "Price: low to high" after applying your filters when searching on Hotels.com.
How can I find deals and earn rewards at Santa Cruz hotels?
Discover great deals on Santa Cruz hotel stays with Hotels.com. It's also a good idea to look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as you're likely to find off-peak deals. If it's a spontaneous trip, check out our last-minute deals on Santa Cruz hotels.
Can I book Santa Cruz hotels with free cancellation?
To book a refundable Santa Cruz hotel on Hotels.com, just filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Most hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.
What are the top-rated luxury hotels in Santa Cruz?
One of the most popular luxury hotels in Santa Cruz is La Bahia Hotel and Spa. La Bahia Hotel and Spa is a luxury hotel with a high guest rating amongst our travelers, and it offers an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and a hot tub.
What are some of the best Santa Cruz beach hotels?
For a beachy vacation in Santa Cruz, Natural Bridges State Park, Santa Cruz Main Beach, and Twin Lakes State Beach are some of the best places to visit. Stay at a well-reviewed Santa Cruz beach hotel and enjoy your vacation. Check out Dream Inn Santa Cruz in Westside Santa Cruz if you're after a resort that's near the water. With a beachfront setting plus an outdoor pool and a full-service spa, our travelers rate it highly at 9.2 out of 10. Casablanca On The Beach is another great choice for a relaxing beach vacation in Westside Santa Cruz. This hotel has wedding services, a terrace and a variety of other amenities to enjoy, and our travelers rate it 8.6. If you're venturing to Eastside Santa Cruz, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is another ideal choice. Travelers love the free continental breakfast and proposal/romance packages, and it has a guest rating of 8.8.
What are some top pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz?
Consider one of our travelers' favorite pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz:You can also use the "Amenities" filter in your search on Hotels.com and check "Pet friendly" to discover more pet-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz.
What are some of the best hotels in Santa Cruz for couples?
Enjoy your couple's retreat with a stay at a top-rated Santa Cruz romantic hotel. Our travelers love La Bahia Hotel and Spa, a hotel in Westside Santa Cruz with a chef service and in-room champagne service. Another romantic hotel with top reviews is Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection. This hotel can be found in Westside Santa Cruz with a restaurant and an outdoor pool for a perfect stay. Discover more hotels in Santa Cruz on Hotels.com for couples by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".
What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz?
Some of the most well reviewed Santa Cruz hotels for kids include Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is a kid-friendly hotel in Westside Santa Cruz with a guest score of 8.4 out of 10, offering family-friendly amenities like a beach (direct access) and an outdoor pool, plus free cribs in guestrooms. Check out La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz in Westside Santa Cruz with a guest score of 9.2. This popular hotel has an outdoor pool and a free continental breakfast, as well as free cribs in the guestrooms. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is another good option in Westside Santa Cruz with an outdoor pool and a hot tub, plus free cribs in the guestrooms. Explore more kid-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz by using our "Family friendly" filter in your search on Hotels.com.
What are the top Santa Cruz hotels with a pool?
For some added luxury, discover the best Santa Cruz hotels with a pool. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is a great hotel in Westside Santa Cruz with an outdoor pool and a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its hot tub and restaurant. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is a popular hotel that features an outdoor pool along with a hot tub and a restaurant. You can select "Pool" in the "Amenities" filter of your search on Hotels.com to find even more places to stay in Santa Cruz with a pool.
What are some of the best Santa Cruz hotels with free parking?
If you're exploring by car, finding a great Santa Cruz hotel with free parking is a win. Our travelers' favorites include:
What are some popular hotels in central Santa Cruz?
For hotels in central Santa Cruz, check out Capitola Hotel and Dream Inn Santa Cruz. Travelers love Capitola Hotel for its location, as well as the free continental breakfast, snack bar/deli and concierge services this hotel offers. Dream Inn Santa Cruz is another popular central resort with a beach, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Stay at one of these hotels for easy access to top sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach. Westside Santa Cruz and Eastside Santa Cruz are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Santa Cruz vacation.
Where can I get free parking at my hotel in Santa Cruz?
Park your car for free at Seaway Inn.

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