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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz Travel Info

Number of reviews
17,029
Best neighborhoods
Westside Santa Cruz, Lower Ocean and Live Oak
Accommodation
707 hotels
Highest price
$233
Lowest price
$68
Reasons to visit
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Rio Del Mar Beach and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Hotels with nearby beaches
113
Hotels with entertainment
22

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$202
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$232
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$187
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$168
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Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Santa Cruz. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Santa Cruz?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Traveler reviews also recommend Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA and Beach Street Inn and Suites as top choices for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

Westside Santa Cruz is a walkable neighborhood known for its beautiful beach. Other favorite areas in Santa Cruz include Downtown Santa Cruz and Eastside Santa Cruz.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Santa Cruz?

2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk: This Santa Cruz vacation home rental offers an indoor pool, a patio, and cable TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities like a fridge and a microwave can make your vacation run smoothly. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and a hot tub. Other favorite homes for rent in Santa Cruz are 2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee! and YACHT HARBOR BEACH HOUSE. small dog ok with approval. See all vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Santa Cruz?

For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Santa Cruz, head over to our customer service page.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Santa Cruz?

Based on reviews, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Other good options to stay on the cheap include Salt Air Lodge and Motel Santa Cruz. View all budget hotels in Santa Cruz.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Westside Santa Cruz?

With 67 hotels and other accommodations to choose from in this neighborhood, you should find the perfect place for your trip. Based on Expedia customer reviews, West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn is the highest ranked property in Westside Santa Cruz. This 3.5-star B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It is located a short 2-minute walk from Main Beach. Other favorite options in the area include Babbling Brook Inn and Pacific Blue Inn.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Santa Cruz?

Pacific Blue Inn is a favorite with our customers staying in Downtown Santa Cruz. This 3-star B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It is located a short 9-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Santa Cruz?

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your stay with the kids include Ocean Pacific Lodge and Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites. Attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Boardwalk Bowl are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What's the best place to stay for a romantic vacation to Santa Cruz?

Inn At Pasatiempo is a favorite hotel for couples, and features pillowtop beds and wedding services. Other good options for your romantic getaway include Babbling Brook Inn and Rio Vista Suites. See all romantic hotels in Santa Cruz.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?

Quality Inn Santa Cruz is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers a seasonal outdoor pool and flat-screen TVs for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet's trip include Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Cruz.

Where is the best hotel to stay with easy access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

Adjacent to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Casablanca On The Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices close by include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.

What about the best place to stay near Mystery Spot?

One of the top choices for your stay is Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Mystery Spot, and this 3.5-star hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Chaminade Resort & Spa are a couple of other good options within a few miles.

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