Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve Tours

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Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
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Price was $842, price is now $498 per person
$498
per person
Oct 16 - Oct 21
found 9 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Portland (PDX) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Short walk to Boardwalk great views

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

2 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
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Price was $1,402, price is now $904 per person
$904
per person
Oct 16 - Oct 21
found 9 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Portland (PDX) to San Jose (SJC)
5.8/10 (529 reviews)
This was a very clean room and they had just done improvements on the location and the room. Only thing that was bad was our room did not have shampoo or conditioner and per other guests asking at the front office they did not have any either. The one gentleman was told at 0715 am that he would have to wait til 0900 to get shampoo. I walked the couple blocks down the road and bought some at the gas station.

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
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Price was $1,516, price is now $989 per person
$989
per person
Oct 16 - Oct 21
found 21 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Portland (PDX) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
This is a great property offering wooded trails and spa. I used neither on my first visit to the resort. Our king room had separate living room with mini bar/fridge. The patio option is not private. Open to the strip of rooms on your sides. Small 2 seat slab facing slatted wood separator. Early check in was requested by me and three times (phone calls to insure availability) was promised by reception but was not available when we all arrived leaving us with few free options for shade and relaxation. Granted it was a super hot sunny afternoon which can be rare in sc. The situation was handled very well by the management and we really enjoyed our suite. Pool bar is +! More suitable for families imo.also you can hear the people above feet and muffled talk/music In the 1000 block and you are across from pool and separated by parallel parking and drive. Out of 5 star I would award 3.4 * which is high for Santa Cruz stays.😉

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2025

Popular places to visit

Great hiking around the slough. Saw lots of sea birds and otters, crabs, lizards and even 3 different snakes. Trails are easy hiking and they also do kayak trips into the slough. Fun place to see nature.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, a lovely green space in Elkhorn. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
Sanctuary

Marina State Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Marina State Beach during your travels in Marina? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Marina State Beach
Colorful long stretched sand dunes featuring a lot of parachutes. #beach #beaches #roadtrip #california

Marina Dunes Preserve

You can take time to visit Marina Dunes Preserve during your travels to Marina. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Marina Dunes Preserve

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories during your visit to Moss Landing. Wander the beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

The Shakespeare Society of America

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Shakespeare Society of America in Moss Landing. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in the area.

The Shakespeare Society of America

Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute during your visit to Moss Landing. Wander around the natural setting in this romantic area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute

Best Lodging Options Near Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve

Luxury, secluded home with direct beach access, amazing views, & pool

Luxury, secluded home with direct beach access, amazing views, & pool

Moss Landing
Luxury, secluded home with direct beach access, amazing views, & pool
Oceanfront Beach House with Loft

Oceanfront Beach House with Loft

Castroville
Oceanfront Beach House with Loft
Ocean Front Villa

Ocean Front Villa

Moss Landing
Ocean Front Villa
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!

Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!

Moss Landing
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!
BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!

BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!

Moss Landing
BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub

Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub

Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub
Blue Diamond@Monterey Dunes OCEANFRONT 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7 Monterey/Santa Cruz

Blue Diamond@Monterey Dunes OCEANFRONT 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7 Monterey/Santa Cruz

Moss Landing
Blue Diamond@Monterey Dunes OCEANFRONT 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7 Monterey/Santa Cruz
3823 Sand Dollar House - Oceanfront on the Beach

3823 Sand Dollar House - Oceanfront on the Beach

Moss Landing
3823 Sand Dollar House - Oceanfront on the Beach
Monterey Dunes Beachfront no shoes needed to play in the sand...Book now without waiting!

Monterey Dunes Beachfront no shoes needed to play in the sand...Book now without waiting!

Moss Landing
Monterey Dunes Beachfront no shoes needed to play in the sand...Book now without waiting!
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