Hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz

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Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (893)
The price is CNY622
CNY743 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Pacific Blue Inn
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (771)
The price is CNY559
CNY778 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1338)
The price is CNY749
CNY869 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Marea Sol Hotel
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
The price is CNY447
CNY594 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Beachview Inn
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (152)
The price is CNY812
CNY979 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Seaway Inn
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
The price is CNY390
CNY499 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Surf City Inn and Suites
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1277)
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1252)
The price is CNY796
CNY922 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (931)
Seaside Inn & Suites
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1059)
The price is CNY734
CNY853 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
The price is CNY445
CNY521 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Torch Lite Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1169)
The price is CNY853
CNY986 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Property grounds
Continental Inn

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
Continental Inn
Reception
Capri Motel

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (575)
The price is CNY349
CNY442 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Capri Motel
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
The price is CNY803
CNY930 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1183)
The price is CNY620
CNY958 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Casablanca On The Beach
Lobby
Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
The price is CNY578
CNY668 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Best Western Inn
Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
Rio Vista Suites
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1170)
The price is CNY804
CNY931 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (67)
The price is CNY489
CNY548 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Drift Inn
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When is the best time to visit Downtown Santa Cruz?

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Top landmarks in Downtown Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History 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 family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Santa Cruz has to offer, head to Pacific Avenue, Ocean Street, and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
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Pacific Garden Mall

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Pacific Garden Mall in Westside Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. Splash some more cash at Pacific Avenue and Ocean Street.
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Check out reviews of Downtown Santa Cruz hotels guests love

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Loved everything about the room. Location. View. Bed was big and comfy. The room was spacious and clean. We wanted an extra chair and a small table so we brought the patio table in and chair from the balcony. Other than that, accommodations were very nice. "
Haunani 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Santa Cruz expensive to stay in?
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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my Downtown Santa Cruz hotel booking?
The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some Downtown Santa Cruz hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".
Is it worth staying in Downtown Santa Cruz?
Basing yourself in Downtown Santa Cruz makes it easy to explore Santa Cruz, including the neighborhoods of Westside Santa Cruz and Eastside Santa Cruz.
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