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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Cruz hotels

Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (911 reviews)
"Great warm welcoming, very professional, super helpful pointing out points of interest. Also, had a mid-afternoon delicious snack out for us (brownies yum)! Nice touch but most importantly, our room was very clean. We will most definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you so much Pacific Blue Inn for a wonderful stay!"
United States
Claire
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Pacific Blue Inn
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (973 reviews)
"Yes, plenty of spots."
United States
Louis
The price is NZ$404
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Monarch Cove Inn
Beach views

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"The Dream Inn is always our go to spot. The hotel is close to everything fun, clean and the staff are great!"
United States
Cameron
The price is NZ$500
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Business centre

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, (1,248 reviews)
"Clean, spacious rooms and very friendly staff. "
United States
Sarojni
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Front of property

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Exceptional hotel, super cool staff and great place to unwind "
United States
Aslam
The price is NZ$402
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Hotel Los Gatos
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Lobby

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
2.5 star property
28.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A bit pricey but nice accommodations. "
United States
John
The price is NZ$292
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
Exterior

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"national park and santa cruz boardwalk were close by and the staff were all so friendly, accomodating, and nice!"
United States
Jenna
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Fountain

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
10.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms are always very clean and staff is very helpful. It's just a short walk to the beach which is a big plus. We have stayed there for the past 3 years, and it's always been great."
United States
Kathleen
The price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Exterior

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (592 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is NZ$393
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
22.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Convenient location. Good basic amenities. "
United States
Sheila
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Library

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
6.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (729 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Jane
The price is NZ$503
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Inn at Depot Hill
Exterior

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
6.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (521 reviews)
"Friendly staff clean rooms great location"
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$475
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Capitola Hotel
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The stay was nice "
United States
Michelle
The price is NZ$338
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Suite, Fireplace | Balcony view

Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"Yes it was a great stay"
United States
Susan
The price is NZ$484
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Capitola Venetian Hotel
On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
13.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (932 reviews)
"The room was clean, the staff is great and great amenities. Was a wonderful stay"
United States
Helen
The price is NZ$672
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Seascape Beach Resort
Superior King + Beach View

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, clean/beautiful room, loved the view. Happy hour and breakfast a big plus"
United States
Olivia
The price is NZ$361
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!"
United States
Roxana
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Mission Inn
Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, River View

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, (563 reviews)
"I had the harbor master room and loved the charm of the room. The views of Elkhorn Slough were glorious. Bring your binoculars!"
United States
Gwynne
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Reception

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
29.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (981 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, great location "
United States
Brad
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Inn At Moss Landing Point
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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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

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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.

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Open Photo by Jennifer Radman

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.

CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue

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 Main Beach.

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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.

Top Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2/10 Terrible
"For a room with 4 people we had one large towel. Called once to request more and then walked down to lobby and no extra towels were delivered. Lamb between beds didn't work. Then to top it off, couple stayi"
brian 1-night trip
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Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Williams-Reynolds House and Town Clock. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mission Santa Cruz are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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