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1159 Cheap Hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Our top choices for Downtown Santa Cruz hotels

Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (878)
"Was very quiet nice place to stay "
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn
Fern River Resort
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

Fern River Resort

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (445)
"Beautiful property! We will definitely be coming back! "
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Fern River Resort
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Family Triple Room | Balcony view

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531)
"Amazing views and wildlife! Great spot. "
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Inn at Depot Hill
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Kyoto)

Inn at Depot Hill

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (709)
"Great place"
Inn at Depot Hill
Monarch Cove Inn
Front of property

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (916)
"Great place to stay. "
The price is NZ$370
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Monarch Cove Inn
Hotel Los Gatos
Outdoor pool

Hotel Los Gatos

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1016)
"It really was so beautiful the fireplace and balcony can't beat it. Loved our stay"
The price is NZ$412
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Los Gatos
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1222)
"Great stay."
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Really enjoyed my stay. "
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Lobby

Inn At Moss Landing Point

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"The hotel was very nice, clean, staff was extremely friendly. Would stay here again! "
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1050)
"The pool and bar was excellent "
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1013)
"We love staying here, this is my second time and my children love the access to the beach. "
The price is NZ$477
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beach towels

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (545)
"Enjoyed a night here with the sound of waves, clean room , easy walk to beach and dog friendly"
The price is NZ$297
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"Super clean rooms and the restaurant was great for breakfast and dinning. "
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Rio Vista Suites
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"For us it was perfect!"
Rio Vista Suites
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
Terrace/patio

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great place we stay here every Labor Day"
The price is NZ$355
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
Seaside Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio

Seaside Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (870)
"Great location"
Seaside Inn & Suites
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Nice place to stay "
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Lounge

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (973)
"Great place to stay, great staff "
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Mission Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1026)
"My daughter and I loved our stay here. The hotel property was beautiful and all of the staff were kind and friendly! We will stay here next time we’re in Santa Cruz!"
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Mission Inn
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Reception

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1150)
"The hotel was spotless, and the staff were all wonderful. "
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
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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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach.

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

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were nice. Staff was friendly "
Mike 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

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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.