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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1228)
"The location is great, parking is convenient, staff courteous and the breakfast was excellent quality (simple but quality food)."
Kevin
$112 nightly
The price is $130
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1178)
"Beautiful area"
Connie
$121 nightly
The price is $140
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1013)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
Ariana
$106 nightly
The price is $123
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Scotts Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"This hotel was very nice, clean and the room is spacious. I would stay here again"
Rosie
$104 nightly
The price is $119
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1018)
"Nice place to stay"
Todd
$109 nightly
The price is $126
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean room, helpful staff, underground parking, hot breakfast buffet—all reasons to stay here. "
Cathryn
$115 nightly
The price is $133
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place to stay "
Connie
$99 nightly
The price is $114
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"It was a great location and very quiet"
carlos
$107 nightly
The price is $124
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
$109 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$126 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,139 reviews)
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Santa Cruz and related destinations
Surfers catch perfect waves at Steamer Lane while sea lions bark along the wooden boardwalk of the historic Beach Boardwalk. Redwoods tower over hiking trails in nearby state parks, offering cool shade before you head back for sunset bonfires.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Price trends for properties with 3 Stars in Santa Cruz
Less expensive | More expensive | This month | Next month |
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December | July | $116 | $124 |
Month | Price |
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January | $124 |
February | $138 |
March | $183 |
April | $204 |
May | $177 |
June | $273 |
July | $283 |
August | $243 |
September | $220 |
October | $203 |
November | $217 |
December | $116 |
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 properties with 3 stars in Santa Cruz. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
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Three Star Hotel Guide for Santa Cruz
There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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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