Hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz

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Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (916 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean rooms, very helpful staff and walkable to anywhere you need to go. "
United States
Trevor
The price is CNY792
CNY938 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Pacific Blue Inn
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Living area

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
24.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (128 reviews)
"Like I said in my last review, places is awesome. No bugs cleanliness is really good. Housekeeping comes every day if you want love this place and I stay weeks at a time on my business trips and for the price you cannot beat it."
United States
brian
The price is CNY580
CNY650 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
ROYAL INN
Free continental breakfast

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
24.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, very nice breakfast and super staff!"
United States
Teresa L
The price is CNY865
CNY991 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
23.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
5.8 out of 10, (324 reviews)
"Great location as my son and his daughter stayed and had no car, but walk to local stores and restaurants. "
United States
Edgar
The price is CNY584
CNY674 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Valley Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (634 reviews)
"Room was OK, counter staff great"
United States
David M.
The price is CNY742
CNY860 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Free buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
22.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, yummy breakfast, free parking and clean pool! We will definitely come back ! "
United States
Habte
The price is CNY895
CNY1,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
22.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1,013 reviews)
"Very clean with comfortable beds, For just a stop over for sleep it was perfect especially for the price. "
United States
Lorraine
The price is CNY469
CNY566 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean facility, clean rooms , great breakfast options "
United States
Andrea
The price is CNY839
CNY970 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Front of property

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Best place in town"
United States
Christopher
The price is CNY1,050
CNY1,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Hotel Los Gatos
Terrace/patio

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
2.5 star property
27.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (742 reviews)
"Nice spot in a great area"
United States
Victor
The price is CNY712
CNY799 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Reception

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
29.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (996 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. The location is quiet and peaceful, which made it very relaxing. The rooms were clean and well-maintained, and the staff were friendly and helpful throughout our visit. Highly recommend!"
United States
Raymond
The price is CNY776
CNY907 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, River View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (567 reviews)
"Great place - very quaint - pictures are very accurate. Great location - very central to Salinas and Monterey. Great staff - very attentive. Responses for requests were immediate. The owners want to make your stay enjoyable."
United States
H Yurie
The price is CNY1,152
CNY1,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Lobby

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
2.5 star property
28.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location, breakfast was delicious, staff was friendly. Was great overall."
United States
Rosalba
The price is CNY1,017
CNY1,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
Front of property - evening/night

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location & very comfortable bed. "
United States
william
The price is CNY1,226
CNY1,644 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
13.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (955 reviews)
"Amazing property with lot of amenities and great location"
United States
chaitra
The price is CNY1,888
CNY2,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Seascape Beach Resort
Fountain

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
10.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"What a great find! Stayed with friends! Great location to the beach, cute coffee shop around the corner. Great outdoor courtyard with grills and heated pool and spa. Kid friendly. The only thing missing is a coffee maker in the room and a propane fire pit would be perfect outside. Will defiantly come back. "
United States
Heather
The price is CNY922
CNY1,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
10.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,106 reviews)
"Clean room, the bar and restaurant were nice. "
United States
Joseph
The price is CNY814
CNY942 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (983 reviews)
"It was beautiful! Comfortable, cozy and Romantic. Continental breakfast was delish and prepared so cute. Was there to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday and she Loved it ! Beautiful views as well with a short walk to Capitola shopping center. "
United States
Manuel
The price is CNY1,397
CNY1,587 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Monarch Cove Inn
Library

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
6.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (736 reviews)
"We loved our weekend stay here! We had an amazing time and would come back again. Perfect bed and breakfast stay. "
United States
Vanessa
The price is CNY1,524
CNY2,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Inn at Depot Hill
Lobby

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Customer service was excellent; rooms were very clean. Easy access to the beach."
United States
James
The price is CNY837
CNY1,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
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When is the best time to visit Downtown Santa Cruz?

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Top landmarks in Downtown Santa Cruz

Pacific Garden Mall

3.8/5 (4 reviews)
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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Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

3.5/5 (2 reviews)
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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Check out reviews of Downtown Santa Cruz hotels guests love

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room.Parking."
Noemi 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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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