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The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (776 reviews)
"My check in was a great experience! Love this hotel!"
United States
Justin
$83 nightly
The price is $96
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (70 reviews)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
$64 nightly
The price is $72
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Drift Inn

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
6.6 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"All was well."
United States
roscoe
$65 nightly
The price is $76
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Solares

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Friendly and fast check in, room was clean. "
United States
Hector
$70 nightly
The price is $81
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Torch Lite Inn

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Nice clean room close the beach."
United States
Thomas
$58 nightly
The price is $68
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Surf City Inn and Suites

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (860 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
$67 nightly
The price is $77
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
$107 nightly
The price is $124
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Ocean Gate Inn

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
5.0 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Great for a short stay and price point."
United States
Francisco
$75 nightly
The price is $86
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Motel Santa Cruz

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
6.5 mi from Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"The breakfast was amazing, a lot of variety, a clean room, delicious food and a cool coffee machine!! Hot tub after a long day yesterday was also a plus! Overall impressed with cleanliness, location and amenities!! Will stay again! "
United States
Bree
$105 nightly
The price is $120
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
5.5 mi from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (469 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
$97 nightly
The price is $113
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Fern River Resort

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
5.8 mi from Lower Ocean
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"I love this hotel "
United States
Sean
$101 nightly
The price is $116
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Total with taxes and fees
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
17.6 mi from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (554 reviews)
"Great view, clean and nice room."
United States
JiaSheng
$105 nightly
The price is $118
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge
3.0 star property
12.2 mi from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (175 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay"
United States
Joshua
$186 nightly
The price is $208
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Total with taxes and fees
Masood's Lodge

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
6 mi from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,063 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds and beautiful ground. "
United States
Andrea
$110 nightly
The price is $127
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
17.8 mi from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (953 reviews)
"Nice clean room and cordial reception staff."
United States
SAMINA
$86 nightly
The price is $97
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
14.2 mi from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Fernando
$122 nightly
The price is $141
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
10.7 mi from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
$109 nightly
The price is $125
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
7.9 mi from Lower Ocean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (900 reviews)
"Nice rooms , great property and views ! "
United States
anna
$259 nightly
The price is $295
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Seascape Beach Resort

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
6.3 mi from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"We loved the location of the room and the hot tub"
United States
Jewlia
$100 nightly
The price is $116
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Total with taxes and fees
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
14.7 mi from Lower Ocean
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Solid place"
United States
Jacob
$110 nightly
The price is $127
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
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Where to stay in Lower Ocean

Find the best Lower Ocean areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Westside Santa Cruz

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

Eastside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

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.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lower Ocean?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Lower Ocean's Lower Ocean neighborhood. Consider a visit to Ocean Street as part of your Lower Ocean travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is a highly ranked property in Lower Ocean. This hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Drift Inn and Torch Lite Inn.
How many hotels will I find in Lower Ocean?
With 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Lower Ocean to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Lower Ocean area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Lower Ocean.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lower Ocean?
For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Lower Ocean, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Lower Ocean neighborhood?
Ocean Street is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Ocean. While you're out sightseeing, Pacific Garden Mall and Pacific Avenue are a couple of additional sights to visit in Lower Ocean.