Downtown Holidays
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown
Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown
Westside Santa Cruz
7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(16 area reviews)
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.
Our pick of the best Downtown Hotel Deals
Ocean Pacific Lodge
301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,297 reviews)
Staff was super friendly and the room was ready and very clean!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
550 2nd St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$258 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$258
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,262 reviews)
The room was clean, the staff were nice and the location was great!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$204 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$204
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,072 reviews)
The area was perfect spot. Enjoyed the breakfast also.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Discover the most popular places to visit in Downtown
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
4/5(16 reviews)
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during your visit to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Mystery Spot
3/5(2 reviews)
Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Santa Cruz Wharf
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Activities
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