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Motels in Santa Cruz

Motel La Grandeur
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and a shaded pergola.

Motel La Grandeur

3.0 star property
4.0 out of 10, (4)
"I was shown to my room, it looked like it had never been cleaned, at least 4 spiders in the bathroom at first glance, webs everywhere. Ants on the floor, in the bed, on the tables (where I was expected to eat). No soap or toiletries as stated on the website. The bathroom light didn't even work, I had to use a headtorch despite reporting it to staff. I went to ask where the facilities were because noone said anything to me. The laundry (again advertised when booking) is off site and at additional...
Motel La Grandeur
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

The Westin Goa

The Westin Goa

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing staff. One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. "
Karam Kaur 6-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
The Westin Goa

Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in Santa Cruz?
You can find a great deal on Santa Cruz motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on Santa Cruz motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a Santa Cruz motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.