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Your Santa Cruz Vacation
Its laid-back lifestyle, surfing and progressive thinking are among the many reasons to book a vacation package to Santa Cruz. Whatever is taking you to this coastal city, you're sure to have a fantastic experience. You'll want to go sightseeing during your trip to Santa Cruz. Make time for top attractions such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, University of California, Santa Cruz and Natural Bridges State Park. Expedia will help you escape your daily routine. Tailor your vacation to Santa Cruz to suit your travel style, whatever that may be!
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Aqua Breeze Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $659, price is now $392 per person
$392
per person
Dec 4 - Dec 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Long Beach (LGB) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
AC was good! Loved the family style room
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
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Price was $901, price is now $612 per person
$612
per person
Nov 21 - Nov 24
found 21 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (QLA) to San Jose (SJC)
5.8/10 (545 reviews)
Basic motel. Door was difficult to open due to damage to frame. No bulbs in bedside lamp. Smoke alarm smashed Reported but nothing done in a week. Lots of homeless in the area
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Price was $584, price is now $427 per person
$427
per person
Dec 19 - Dec 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to San Jose (SJC)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,035 reviews)
Front desk staff wasn’t very friendly but other than that is was a great hotel.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
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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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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.
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.
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.
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Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco
$918
per traveler
Santa Cruz Hotel Deals
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$104 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$121 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,068 reviews)
"Staff and pool are excellent!"
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$127 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$146 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,198 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean as were entire facilities. My only critique is their water softener made the shower a tad slippery."
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025
Marea Sol Hotel
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$93 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$108 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,225 reviews)
"Small partial beach view! But comfortable small hotel"
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Santa Cruz Beach Vacation
If you want a break from the city crowds, a Santa Cruz vacation is just the ticket. There's no end to the gorgeous views to soak up on a trip to Santa Cruz. Those who love the water may already be familiar with Natural Bridges State Park (3 miles away) and will probably want to stay nearby. But don't worry if the nearest accommodation options are full. Many visitors to the area also book Santa Cruz packages near Cowell's Beach and Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Things You Should Know About Santa Cruz
- If ocean breezes and strolls along the shore are your idea of a dreamy escape, why not consider one of our Santa Cruz beach hotels? Staying near the water is the perfect cure for life's daily stresses.
- Our private vacation homes, including Marea Sol Hotel and Seaside Inn & Suites, are popular with travelers of all types. Check out the amenities and get ready for your vacation in Santa Cruz!
- Our Santa Cruz things to do page is a terrific place to find activities around here. Of course, there's nothing like a bit of local knowledge. With a population of 64,200 in Santa Cruz, we're sure you'll find a few people who'll point you in the right direction.
- Get some great deals with a Santa Cruz vacation package. With all that extra money in your pocket, you won't regret indulging in this destination's best offerings. Capitola Beach, Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Wharf are amazing places to start.
Santa Cruz Essential Information
Language | English |
|---|---|
Currency | U.S dollars |
Closest Airport | Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) |
Population | 64,200 |
Max Temp Winter | 60ºF |
Max Temp Summer | 75ºF |
Top Sights | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Rio Del Mar Beach and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park |
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- Mission Santa Cruz
- Pacific Avenue
- Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
- Pacific Garden Mall
- Ocean Street
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Visit Downtown Santa Cruz
- Boardwalk Bowl
- Cowell's Beach
- Santa Cruz Wharf
- Cocoanut Grove
- Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
- Sky Glider
- Main Beach
- Visit Westside Santa Cruz
- Lighthouse Point Park
- DeLaveaga Golf Course
- Swift Street Courtyard
- Visit Eastside Santa Cruz
- Natural Bridges State Park
- Mystery Spot
- Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory
- Pleasure Point Park
- Wilder Ranch State Park
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