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Property class 2 Hotels in Santa Cruz

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

1. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY554

CNY654 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

2. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY495

CNY658 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

3. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY613

CNY762 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

4. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY776

CNY899 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

5. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY573

CNY665 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY762

CNY883 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

7. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY637

CNY736 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

8. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY415

CNY551 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

9. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY806

CNY932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

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

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY835

CNY965 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

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

Santa Cruz

CNY762

CNY881 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.

A dining area with a central table and chairs, a decorative wall with geometric patterns, and a ceiling light fixture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a television.

A coffee station with four dispensers labeled 'Hot Water,' 'Decaf Roast,' 'Light Roast,' and 'Dark Roast.' There are cups and a small trash bin on the counter.

12. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY762

CNY883 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

13. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY415

CNY592 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder on one side, surrounded by a concrete deck.

A motel sign with a neon 'NO VACANCY' message.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

14. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY468

CNY539 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window.

A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.

15. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY406

CNY571 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

16. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz

CNY535

CNY619 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

A covered corridor with a railing, large windows, and a view of a parking lot.

A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a red chair.

17. Drift Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY469

CNY525 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

18. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Capitola

CNY644

CNY744 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

19. Salt Air Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY601

CNY693 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

20. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

CNY454

CNY529 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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Top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz

A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

A historic building with a distinctive corner turret, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a clear street.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Downtown Santa Cruz pulses with artistic energy and laid-back surf vibes along the pedestrian-friendly Pacific Avenue. Street musicians serenade shoppers while colorful murals brighten historic Victorian buildings. Bookworms browse indie shops before catching films at the vintage Del Mar Theatre, all within walking distance of the famous Beach Boardwalk. Farm-to-table restaurants and quirky cafes dot the tree-lined streets where locals and visitors mingle freely. Most accommodations feature boutique hotels and charming B&Bs in historic buildings, perfectly positioned for car-free exploration of both downtown and nearby beaches.

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A marina with numerous sailboats docked, surrounded by buildings and trees.

A beach with people playing and walking.

A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.

A beach with a lighthouse and a rocky breakwater.

A field of yellow and pink flowers under a clear blue sky.

Seabright

Seabright's sun-kissed shoreline beckons with golden sands stretching between Santa Cruz Harbor and the iconic Beach Boardwalk. Families splash in the calm waters of Harbor Beach while adventurous types catch waves at Seabright Beach. The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History offers a fascinating glimpse into coastal ecology when you need a break from the sun. Local cafes serve fresh seafood with ocean views just steps from charming beach cottages and vacation rentals. The neighborhood's flat streets make exploring on foot or bike a breeze, with most attractions within easy walking distance. At sunset, join locals for peaceful beach strolls as the perfect end to your day.

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A natural rock arch formation on a beach with waves crashing below.

A beach with a Ferris wheel and amusement park rides in the background.

A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, pier, and amusement park.

A roller coaster at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with a sign reading "SANTA CRUZ BEACH".

Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz blends laid-back beach vibes with artsy energy along Mission Street's corridor of craft breweries, vintage surf shops, and indie bookstores. Catch legendary waves at Steamer Lane or watch seals from the iconic Lighthouse Point. Natural Bridges State Beach offers stunning tide pools and a seasonal monarch butterfly sanctuary that feels worlds away from the boardwalk crowds. Beach bungalows and Victorian cottages house charming B&Bs and vacation rentals throughout the neighborhood. Getting around is best done on foot or bike via dedicated lanes, with limited bus service connecting to downtown every half hour. Grab breakfast burritos at local cafes before hitting the surf or exploring the coastal trails.

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A white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and people.

A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the rocks.

A foggy beach with a lighthouse and rocky breakwater.

A lighthouse at sunset, rocky shoreline, calm water, and a clear sky.

Eastside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz delivers a laid-back beach town vibe with a college twist. Twin Lakes State Beach and Seabright Beach invite you to dig your toes in the sand. Arana Gulch's coastal trails and DeLaveaga Park's disc golf course offer perfect outdoor escapes. The nearby UC Santa Cruz campus adds youthful energy with cultural events open to visitors. The neighborhood boasts casual cafés where you can fuel up before hitting the trails. Most visitors find vacation rentals in quiet residential areas rather than hotels. Getting around requires a car or bike since public transit is limited, but the peaceful streets and gorgeous Monterey Bay views make it worth the effort.

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A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

A coastal scene with rough waves, a rocky cliff, and a partly cloudy sky.

Two people on a rocky coastal area with a beach in the background.

A restaurant sign for 'Chill Out' with a beach theme.

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.

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Top landmarks in Santa Cruz

A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)

Kids and adults alike can have a thrilling day at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, one of the top theme parks located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Cruz. If you have fun at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you'll love Boardwalk Bowl and Sky Glider, both a short walk away.

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Mystery Spot

8.4/10 (1,594 reviews)

You might want to get your camera out and head to Mystery Spot— just one of the landmarks located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from central Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.

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Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)

Westside Santa Cruz is home to Santa Cruz Wharf, so why not stop by during your stay in Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.

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A coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.

Natural Bridges State Park

9.0/10 (842 reviews)

Westside Santa Cruz is home to Natural Bridges State Park, so why not stop by during your stay in Santa Cruz.

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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)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Ocean Street in Westside Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Pacific Avenue and Pacific Garden Mall.

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Pacific Avenue

8.6/10 (951 reviews)

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

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Santa Cruz Main Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Santa Cruz Main Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Santa Cruz. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Seabright Beach, Cowell's Beach, and Harbor Beach, located nearby.

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University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

8.4/10 (103 reviews)

Ready for an education in local botany? University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum should make your list of places to visit, located 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from central Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to University Terrace Dog Park, just a short walk away.

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