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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, (374 reviews)
"Older yet well taken care of facilities, very comfortable"
United States
James
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Bella Notte

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, (599 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is NZ$297
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Saratoga Oaks Lodge
3.0 star property
31.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"It was a lovely, unique place to stay with tons of room and better than expected kitchenette"
United States
Bethanie
The price is NZ$294
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel "
United States
suhani
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Inn At Pasatiempo

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, (1,006 reviews)
"Really like the historic hotel "
United States
Ed
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was perfect! Easy to get to, fantastic breakfast, lovely room, comfy bed, friendly & accommodating staff, WONDERFUL! "
United States
Colleen
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay while I worked in the area. "
United States
Trevor
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

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, (1,295 reviews)
"Very clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Anthony
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast and jacuzzi rooms were amaaing "
United States
Monica
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
19.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Location was convenient!"
United States
Eduardo
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
2.5 star property
27.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful place in the perfect location. The staff was lovely."
United States
Jose
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

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, (1,124 reviews)
"The lunch was amazing!!!"
United States
Mostafa
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
21.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (135 reviews)
"Great parking and location "
United States
Shawn
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
ROYAL INN

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location. I’d stay here again!"
United States
anika
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Mission Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Eastside 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."
United States
Camila
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside 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!))"
United States
Kateryna
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Nice hotel quiet location"
United States
Russell
The price is NZ$478
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Hotel Los Gatos

Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains

Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains
2.5 star property
15.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (896 reviews)
"Parking was easy "
United States
Edson
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
20.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean snd very good food"
United States
Noemi
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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 our traveller data, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Hitching Post Studios Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 214 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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