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Your Downtown Santa Cruz Vacation

Get lost in the beauty of this urban neighborhood with a Downtown Santa Cruz vacation package. From its walking and culture to its cafes, there's lots here for every type of vacationer. Your trip to Downtown Santa Cruz wouldn't be complete without stopping by popular attractions nearby such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, University of California, Santa Cruz and Natural Bridges State Park. Expedia will help put your plans into action. Book your ideal Downtown Santa Cruz vacation today.

The Latest Downtown Santa Cruz Vacation Packages

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Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
North San Jose
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Sep 17 - Sep 21
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose (SJC)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,410 reviews)
Staffs were very helpful. Room was clean. Breakfast was hood

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
per person
Sep 17 - Sep 21
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Perfect spot to stay and be close to the boardwalk. You could hear the fun happening during park hours and when the park closed, it was quiet. Great place to stay. We will definitely come back.

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

5 out of 5
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per person
Sep 5 - Sep 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Ontario (ONT) to San Jose (SJC)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
Very accessible to all tech companies. and close to Stanford and affordable for a beautiful hotel.

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
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per person
Sep 17 - Sep 21
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
This was a really lovely stay. Away from the noise of Santa Cruz, we relaxed in the pool, played pickle ball, and enjoyed the onsite bar/restaurant/music. Ideal for adults looking for a quiet few days away where you can park the car and stay put until checkout.

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

2 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
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per person
Sep 17 - Sep 21
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose (SJC)
5.8/10 (508 reviews)
It’s far from broad walk

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Where to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz

Find the best Downtown Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Santa Cruz
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Westside Santa Cruz

7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(2,586 area reviews)

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

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Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

3 out of 5
636 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$143 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$164 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (864 reviews)
Great place in Santa Cruz
"Great stay for Wharf 2 Wharf. Right by the Boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz. Safe parking and the hotel is clean, quiet, and comfortable."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Pacific Blue Inn
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$166 nightly
The price is $191 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$191 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,232 reviews)
Excellent Stay
"The stay is excellent! Friendly and very helpful manager and staff."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$359 nightly
The price is $407 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$407 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Good view"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
The place where you can't stay straight.

Mystery Spot

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
Santa Cruz Wharf

Santa Cruz Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf

Things to do

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

$129
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

$85
per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

$139
per adult
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic
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