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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, and a large window offering a view.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining section.
A modern hotel lobby with wooden furniture, a bar area, and a television mounted on the wall.
A modern lobby with seating arrangements, a large window with a cityscape view, and a decorative wall piece.

1. Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
Downtown San Jose
United States
Robert
$135 nightly
$160 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Frank
$131 nightly
$151 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A modern living room with a brick fireplace, comfortable seating, a television, and decorative shelves.
A long banquet table with white tablecloths and pink and black drapery, set up in a spacious room with wooden flooring and large windows.
A banquet hall with round tables covered in red tablecloths, black chairs with pink sashes, and white curtains in the background.
A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave, and a coffee maker on the counter.

3. La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley

La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley
South San Jose
United States
Rosemary
$91 nightly
$107 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with several vehicles.
A modern reception area with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving, and a reception desk.
A modern reception area with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving with decorative items, a sofa, and a desk with a lamp.
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, red and yellow seating, and framed artwork on the walls.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
Morgan Hill
United States
Usman
$122 nightly
$137 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.
A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

5. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Madeline
$135 nightly
$155 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Casablanca On The Beach
Terrace/patio
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Grester
$129 nightly
$149 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring large wooden columns, a central seating area with red and orange chairs, and a visible shop in the background.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and a landscaped front yard.
A modern retail kiosk with a variety of snacks, beverages, and a coffee machine.
A hotel reception area with wooden reception desks, a patterned wall, and a shop named "The Shop" in the background.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
Gilroy
United States
Debora
$111 nightly
$123 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
A spacious living area with a modern fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the beach.
A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, a mirror, and a bathroom in the background.
A kitchen with a unique mosaic backsplash, a built-in dishwasher, and a coffee machine.
A hotel courtyard with green lawns, a tennis court, and multiple rooms with green doors.

8. Best Western Marina State Beach

Best Western Marina State Beach
Marina
United States
Andrei
$103 nightly
$119 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Marina State Beach
A spacious hotel lobby with a grand chandelier, a staircase, and red seating along the walls.
A historic building with a classic facade, large windows, and a central entrance.
A hotel lobby with a central staircase, red seating area, and a chandelier.
A bar area with a variety of seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar counter with multiple bottles and glasses.

9. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
Downtown San Jose
United States
Greg
$123 nightly
$146 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown
A modern house with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A modern interior with a seating area, tables, and a large window overlooking a street.
A reception desk with a 'HELLO San Jose' sign, a minibar with snacks and beverages, and a 'MARRIOTT BONVOY' sign on the wall.
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a balcony area.

10. Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Downtown San Jose
United States
David E
$129 nightly
$153 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
A modern lobby with a reception desk, white sofas, a fireplace, and a large TV screen.
A bar area with a fireplace, leather seating, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a cityscape painting on the wall and a window with a view.
A well-lit outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

11. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Cupertino

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Cupertino
West San Jose
United States
Christina
$125 nightly
$147 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Cupertino
A modern lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a decorative wall with various items.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with white chairs, a round coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A modern bar area with seating and a bar counter.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

12. AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
Downtown San Jose
United States
Lissette
$161 nightly
$189 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Leslie
$131 nightly
$151 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A room with a patterned carpet, two sofas, a glass coffee table, wall-mounted lamps, a framed painting, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel lobby with a red patterned carpet, a reception desk, a dining area with red chairs, and a statue.
A hotel building with a sign reading 'CARLYLE HOTEL.'
A street sign with '1300 Carlyle Hotel' and a crosswalk.

14. Carlyle Hotel

Carlyle Hotel
Campbell
United States
Jennifer A
$102 nightly
$114 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Carlyle Hotel
A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.
A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.
A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
United States
Michael
$106 nightly
$123 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a TV screen.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a sign reading "FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON".
A living room with leather sofas, a central coffee table, a fireplace, and two flat-screen TVs mounted on the walls.

16. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Scotts Valley
United States
Fabian
$110 nightly
$126 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
A modern living room with a central round table, multiple seating options, and a kitchen area in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a flat-screen TV displaying the hotel name, and a fireplace.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large glass facade, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped outdoor area with benches and a water feature.

17. The Row Hotel, BW Signature Collection

The Row Hotel, BW Signature Collection
San Jose
United States
WENDI
$149 nightly
$173 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
The Row Hotel, BW Signature Collection
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a wooden accent wall.
A modern breakfast bar with a chalkboard menu, coffee machines, and a flat-screen TV.
A paved outdoor area with benches and trees, a building with a modern facade, and a clear blue sky.
A reception desk with a sign reading "WELCOME TO THE GOLDEN STATE" and nameplates for Hilton and another hotel.

18. Hampton Inn San Jose Cherry Ave

Hampton Inn San Jose Cherry Ave
South San Jose
United States
Michael
$126 nightly
$148 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn San Jose Cherry Ave
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wooden pergolas, and brick flooring.
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a large window with curtains, and wall-mounted lamps.
A modern hotel lobby with a long wooden table, bar stools, a seating area with sofas, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with curtains.

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Campbell

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Campbell
Campbell
United States
Priscilla
$152 nightly
$171 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Campbell
A rustic wooden cabin with a stone staircase leading up to a wooden deck, surrounded by dense forest and a flowing stream.
A rustic bar with wooden furniture, a pool table, and a large TV screen displaying a guitar.
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by trees.
A building with a large tree in front, a parking lot, and a clear blue sky.

20. The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Boulder Creek
United States
Mon
$110 nightly
$127 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
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$347 nightly
$389 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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$142 nightly
$171 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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Signia by Hilton San Jose

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$181 nightly
$213 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
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Nestled along the Pacific, this coastal gem boasts pristine beaches perfect for surfing and beachcombing. Forest of Nisene Marks State Park invites hikers to explore redwood-lined trails, while nearby Santa Cruz offers family-friendly boardwalk attractions.

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A pier extending into calm waters with a sunset sky.

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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great stay here. Everything was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Overall, everything was great and we really enjoyed our stay. We would definitely stay here again!"
Amirreza 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Aptos

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Aptos, California are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Aptos, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Aptos?
Expedia customers wanting a pleasant and affordable Aptos property often book Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. This 3-star hotel, around 1 mi west of the center, offers a garden and a terrace. Need another suggestion? Located 4 mi southeast of downtown and including a firepit and a sauna, Seascape Beach Resort is another preferred choice among guests.
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