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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

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Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (329 reviews)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Terrace/patio

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (580 reviews)
"Room was great. Loved how close it was to the beach. "
United States
Michele
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Exterior

Coastal Valley Inn

Coastal Valley Inn
2.0 star property
31.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (310 reviews)
"unfriendly staff, no towel in room, scary area, loud highway"
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Coastal Valley Inn
Lobby

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff were very helpful. Rate was amazing for this hotel. Will stay again."
United States
Margaret
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Lobby

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
9.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, great breakfast "
United States
Roman
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Fern River Resort
Exterior

Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge
3.0 star property
20.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (175 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay"
United States
Joshua
The price is NZ$344
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Masood's Lodge
Exterior

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, very nice breakfast."
United States
Zhiwei
The price is NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice staff, great location and very clean"
United States
mariebeth
The price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, River View

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
27.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (557 reviews)
"Place was perfect for a family. Couldn’t tell arriving at night how pretty it was. Attentive staff and easy check in process. Would 10/10 recommend. "
United States
Jacob
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Reception

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
27.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (963 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, great location "
United States
Brad
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Property amenity

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
" Lean room friendly staff comfy beds excellent restaurant. "
United States
Shana
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Inn At Pasatiempo
Free continental breakfast

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
21.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here. "
United States
Luz
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Lobby

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, nice breakfast, courteous staff, great location."
United States
Therese
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Restaurant and hotel staff were very friendly. "
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$317
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
7.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,079 reviews)
"Nice and clean hotel"
United States
Listya
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reception

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,264 reviews)
"Great stay , hotel staff was very helpful and nice! Clean hotel and and really enjoyed the bar"
United States
Miguel
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
10.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (905 reviews)
"Nice rooms , great property and views ! "
United States
anna
The price is NZ$597
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Seascape Beach Resort
Fountain

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
8.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The Front desk Girl (Brooke?) was super nice and helpful!"
United States
Chantel
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
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Our guide on where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
This is a small state park at the northern end of Santa Cruz' scenic West Cliff Drive and a little over a mile from the Boardwalk, wharf and Main Beach. A couple of times a year you can see Monarch butterflies during their migration. They are not in the numbers of years past, but you'll still see some. If you walk north towards the rocks during low tide you will find some amazing tidepools full of sea anenomes, sea urchins, starfish, crabs, hermit crabs, and all sorts of marine life. The tidepools are on a ledge, so the tide needs to be quite high (>4 ft?) to reach them. The beach is absolutely stunning at sunset. #localsecrets
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Open Photo by rabbit.Hole

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.

Nice place to have coffee and watch the waves. Great surf spot. NO bathrooms! #beach #ocean #surf #shops #view
Photo by Jennifer Radman
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.

Clock tower in downtown Santa Cruz, California, USA. The tower is a local landmark and gathering place, decorated with flowers and pumpkins.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

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.

Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky
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.

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and cozy. My pet enjoyed the treats at front lobby. The staff were very helpful. "
carlos E. 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Casablanca On The Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like?
Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is a highly ranked property in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another top choice in the area is Hitching Post Studios Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 203 hotels and other accommodation options in Eastside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Eastside Santa Cruz.
What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach and Sunny Cove Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Harbor Beach and Lincoln Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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