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Hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum Santa Cruz

Q: What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Guests love staying at Dream Inn Santa Cruz , which is a resort near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Also highly rated is La Bahia Hotel and Spa , which is a short drive away. The area has plenty to choose from with 3,870 lodging options including hotels and vacation rentals.

Q: What are the best luxury hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Pamper yourself with a stay at La Bahia Hotel and Spa , which is a short 3-minute drive from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Pearl, and offers an outdoor pool. Another luxe option is Costanoa Lodge and Camp , which is 32 minutes away by car.

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Where to stay near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY974 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 21 - Jan 22

Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY2,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Beach House Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY929 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 16 - Jan 17

Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY796 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY1,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY1,047 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY882 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY863 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 21 - Jan 22

Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY704 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY742 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 20 - Jan 21

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY919 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY957 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY921 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY811 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 21 - Jan 22

Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY670 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 16 - Jan 17

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY547 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

CNY581 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

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Lighthouse Point Park

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Lighthouse Point Park in Westside Santa Cruz. Our travelers also like this walkable area for its beaches. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, both nearby.

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Cowell's Beach

You can stroll along Cowell's Beach for relaxing water views when you're in Westside Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you carry on walking you'll get to Main Beach, Santa Cruz Main Beach, and Its Beach for some more water views.

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Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse— just one of the landmarks located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from central Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is just one of the attractions in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz so you might want to stop by during your trip. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Santa Cruz has to offer, head to Santa Cruz Wharf, Cowell's Beach, and Main Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Guests love staying at Dream Inn Santa Cruz, which is a resort near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
Also highly rated is La Bahia Hotel and Spa, which is a short drive away.
The area has plenty to choose from with 3,870 lodging options including hotels and vacation rentals.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

You can find different room prices based on when and where you want to go. Simply sort by price on the search results and filter by your preferred criteria to find the best options for you and your budget.

Search for the lowest price per night from CNY547

Can I find hotels close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum that are fully refundable?

Yes, you'll find many hotels that offer refundable room rates as long as you cancel by the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the "Fully refundable" filter when searching for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum that offer these rates are Dream Inn Santa Cruz and CordeValle.

What are the best romantic hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

For a romantic stay, La Bahia Hotel and Spa offers 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. It's a short 3-minute drive from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
Another great option is Casablanca On The Beach, which is a short drive away.

What are the best hotels close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum with free breakfast?

Begin your day with a free full breakfast at West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn, which is an 18-minute walk from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is also a recommended place to stay with a free continental breakfast, and it's located a short drive away.

Which hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum have rooms with great views?

Travelers can enjoy rooms with ocean views at Dream Inn Santa Cruz, which is a 16-minute walk from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
Another great choice nearby is La Bahia Hotel and Spa, which has rooms with ocean views.

What are the best family hotels close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz which offers free cribs, a beach (direct access), and an outdoor pool. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is a short drive away.
Another great option for your family's trip is Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.

What are the best luxury hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Pamper yourself with a stay at La Bahia Hotel and Spa, which is a short 3-minute drive from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Pearl, and offers an outdoor pool.
Another luxe option is Costanoa Lodge and Camp, which is 32 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum with free parking?

Drive and park with ease when you stay at West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn, which offers free parking. You'll be an 18-minute walk from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
Another property that offers free parking is Seaway Inn, which is 18 minutes away on foot.

What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool at Dream Inn Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is a 16-minute walk from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is La Bahia Hotel and Spa.

What cheap motels can I book close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

To save on your stay near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, take a look at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz, which offers a hot tub and a free continental breakfast.
Also consider Beachview Inn, which is another inexpensive motel in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Browse the exhibits on display at Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and then take in the local attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Capitola Beach, and Mystery Spot.
Other places in the area are Santa Cruz Wharf, Roaring Camp Railroads, and Rio Del Mar Beach.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Your pet companion can join you at Dream Inn Santa Cruz, which is a 16-minute walk from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is a second pet-friendly option. The hotel offers animal guests food and water bowls.

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