You'll soon learn why this Westside Santa Cruz waterside attraction is visited by many travelers. If you're looking for other things to keep you busy, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, University of California, Santa Cruz, and Natural Bridges State Park are in this area as well. They won't take long to get to from Santa Cruz Wharf.

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Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

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Newer hotel, great staff and downstairs restaurant. Clean room. I love it here, what a hidden gem.

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Love the place, the Broma Restaurant is amazing!!

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