Downtown Hotels, Santa Cruz
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Our top choices for Downtown hotels
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific LodgeDowntown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,392 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
Nicole
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains17 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Really like the historic hotel "
Ed
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Monarch Cove Inn
Monarch Cove Inn7.6 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (990 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay! Love this place, location, staff, breakfast, and their passion to tend to butterflies. We can’t wait to go back!"
Adeline
The price is NZ$372
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa CruzBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.7 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,301 reviews)
"It is very clean, the furniture is modern, the pool is clean, and the hotel's location is excellent—close to restaurants, shops, and the beach!))"
Kateryna
The price is NZ$293
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area22.4 km from Downtown
6.6 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Location was convenient!"
Eduardo
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Hotel Los Gatos
Hotel Los Gatos28.4 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Nice hotel quiet location"
Russell
The price is NZ$484
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos29 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful place in the perfect location. The staff was lovely."
Jose
The price is NZ$323
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville23.8 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was perfect! Easy to get to, fantastic breakfast, lovely room, comfy bed, friendly & accommodating staff, WONDERFUL! "
Colleen
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"The pool area and the amenities were very enjoyable. "
Derek Smith
The price is NZ$433
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Comfort Inn Watsonville22.6 km from Downtown
7.0 out of 10, Good, (641 reviews)
"Room was very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was good."
REGINALD
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea6.8 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay while I worked in the area. "
Trevor
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At Pasatiempo3.5 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel "
suhani
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hitching Post Studios InnEastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (374 reviews)
"Older yet well taken care of facilities, very comfortable"
James
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel28.4 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (759 reviews)
"This is definitely a cozy and conveniently located hotel. But don’t plan on having privacy or peace. The walls are so thin, you hear EVERYTHING in adjacent rooms."
Richard
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Seascape Beach Resort
Seascape Beach Resort13.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (974 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay, beautiful property and wonderful staff"
Miky
The price is NZ$739
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach CottagesEastside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (599 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
George
The price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Loved the resort facilities, room and the View restaurant was amazing!"
Kully
The price is NZ$304
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites5.8 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast and jacuzzi rooms were amaaing "
Monica
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley7.5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,296 reviews)
"Nice rooms"
Irina
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown
Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Westside Santa Cruz
Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
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Eastside Santa Cruz
Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.
Pleasure Point
While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.
Beach Hill - Beach Flats
While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
Downtown Santa Cruz
Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.
Top Downtown Hotel Reviews
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
10/10 Excellent
