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Our top choices for Santa Cruz hotels with a river view

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
$186 nightly
The price is $212
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
Fern River Resort
Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in a clean and beautifully renovated hotel—I recommend it to everyone!"
United States
Jan
$142 nightly
The price is $162
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Rio Vista Suites
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains

Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains
2.5 star property
Ben Lomond
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (907 reviews)
"Very nice staff, in a beautiful location."
United States
Ed
$110 nightly
The price is $128
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains
Reception

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (606 reviews)
"Staff was so nice and this was a perfect hotel close to the Boardwalk. We'll be back!"
United States
Eli
$88 nightly
The price is $101
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Capri Motel
Beach

Canopy Tours Thrills | Amusement Park. Pool

Canopy Tours Thrills | Amusement Park. Pool
Westside Santa Cruz
$1,934 nightly
The price is $2,301
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Canopy Tours Thrills | Amusement Park. Pool
Interior

Steam Train Experience | Museums. Outdoor Pool

Steam Train Experience | Museums. Outdoor Pool
Westside Santa Cruz
$2,211 nightly
The price is $2,630
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Steam Train Experience | Museums. Outdoor Pool
Outdoor dining

Natural Wonder | Surfing Museum. Fitness Room

Natural Wonder | Surfing Museum. Fitness Room
Westside Santa Cruz
$2,119 nightly
The price is $2,521
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Natural Wonder | Surfing Museum. Fitness Room
Beach

Iconic Nature Views | Monterey Bay. Pool

Iconic Nature Views | Monterey Bay. Pool
Westside Santa Cruz
$2,211 nightly
The price is $2,630
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Iconic Nature Views | Monterey Bay. Pool
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
Moss Landing
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (586 reviews)
"Wonderful view, lovely rooms. Would book again."
United States
Rena
$131 nightly
The price is $146
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Living area

Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (188 reviews)
"We love our cabin very clean and beautiful view! This is the place to stay for a relaxing moment!!!"
United States
Erica
$186 nightly
The price is $208
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total with taxes and fees
Masood's Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

What are the top motels with river views in Santa Cruz?
Around 1 mi southeast of central Santa Cruz, Capri Motel comes with river views at a price that won't stretch your budget. A nearby waterfront and miniature golfing are among the many amenities here.With loads of dining, cultural and shopping experiences to include on your Santa Cruz to-do list, it can be tricky to know where to start. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Natural Bridges State Park are awesome places to kick off your sightseeing adventures.
How can I find cheap hotels with river views in Santa Cruz?
A good way to track down cheap hotels with river views in Santa Cruz is with Expedia's nifty filter tool. Narrow your search results by star rating and budget to nab awesome rates in a few clicks. You can also search for your dream riverside stay based on neighborhoods and popular locations.
What is there to do in Santa Cruz near my hotel with river views?
Whatever you love to do, Santa Cruz has loads to keep you occupied. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Natural Bridges State Park and Cowell's Beach are on many travelers' sightseeing plans. Don't miss Main Beach, Twin Lakes State Beach and Santa Cruz Main Beach either. With Expedia's hotel deals in Santa Cruz, you'll be able to discover even more awesome attractions like these with the money you save.

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