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Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue InnDowntown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (917 reviews)
"Perfect location. Staff was really friendly."
Rosa
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa CruzBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,299 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$305
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Monarch Cove Inn
Monarch Cove Inn7.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
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
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos28.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful place in the perfect location. The staff was lovely."
Jose
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa4.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 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
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CAWestside Santa Cruz, 3.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was clean, smell was good, room was comfortable and the breakfast was AMAZING. John gave us a warm welcome and shared some local tips."
Camila
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,295 reviews)
"Very clean room, friendly staff"
Anthony
The price is NZ$289
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"The pool area and the amenities were very enjoyable. "
Derek Smith
The price is NZ$433
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains16.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Really like the historic hotel "
Ed
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Seascape Beach Resort
Seascape Beach Resort13.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
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
17 May - 18 May
Mission Inn
Mission InnWestside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location. I’d stay here again!"
anika
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CAWestside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (660 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast and convenient parking and location. Would definitely stay again."
Sue
The price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG22.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean snd very good food"
Noemi
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea6.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay while I worked in the area. "
Trevor
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Hotel Los Gatos
Hotel Los Gatos27.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Nice hotel quiet location"
Russell
The price is NZ$478
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific LodgeDowntown, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,389 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
Nicole
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel27.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
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$198
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area22.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Location was convenient!"
Eduardo
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Comfort Inn Watsonville22.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (641 reviews)
"Room was very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was good."
REGINALD
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
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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.
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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.
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang
Upper Seabright
While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.
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