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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Cruz hotels

Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (892)
"We enjoyed our night stay. Room was clean and accommodating. Hotel was secure and quiet. I would defintely stay again. "
United States
Melissa
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Pacific Blue Inn
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1238)
"Friendly staff and clean room. Will definitely stay here again!"
Canada
michelle
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Terrace/patio
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1244)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1273)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)
Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (467)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Fern River Resort
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
10.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1021)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
United States
Ariana
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (928)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1330)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1043)
"Great location, friendly staff."
United States
Biswajit
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
13.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (877)
"Great front desk staff, nice view, super clean room"
United States
Caren
Seascape Beach Resort
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
United States
Diane
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Mission Inn
Family Triple Room | Balcony view
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (552)
"Great view, clean and nice room."
United States
JiaSheng
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Property amenity
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
9.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"everything was great, can’t wait to comeback "
United States
Xochitl
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Exterior
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (621)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Friendly staff, great location, and nice rooms."
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Seaway Inn
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1157)
"This hotel is a great deal "
United States
shyama
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Lobby
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
29.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (934)
"The guy working the front desk was awesome!"
United States
Joshua
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (767)
"My check in was a great experience! Love this hotel!"
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz

Find the best Downtown Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Santa Cruz which includes general coastal views and views as well as an individual male

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 Pacific Avenue.

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 38th Avenue Beach Access.

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 Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was wonderful, especially Raichel. I loved the copious, varied breakfast with many healthy options. The only thing I would suggest to improve is how you wash the towels or what detergent you use. The towels smell very strongly of cleaning agents."
Dana 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Santa Cruz like?
Downtown Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and cycling. Are you looking for Downtown Santa Cruz travel tips? Make sure that you visit Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Pacific Blue Inn is the highest ranked property in Downtown Santa Cruz. This guest house is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers in-room fireplaces and free WiFi.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Santa Cruz.
What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Downtown Santa Cruz, consider Pacific Garden Mall or Pacific Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Cruz include Williams-Reynolds House, Town Clock and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Mission Santa Cruz and Ocean Street are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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