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Our top choices for Lower Ocean hotels

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (786 reviews)
"The staff are very nice and acc"
United States
Sharmaine
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,020 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Marjorie
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Surf City Inn and Suites

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
6.6 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"All was well."
United States
roscoe
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hotel Solares

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly and fast check in, room was clean. "
United States
Hector
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Torch Lite Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (71 reviews)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Drift Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (867 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
5.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Great for a short stay and price point."
United States
Francisco
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Motel Santa Cruz

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
Ocean Gate Inn

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean, great breakfast "
United States
Roman
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Lower Ocean
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 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$193
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (477 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Fern River Resort

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
9.6 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,082 reviews)
"Nice and clean hotel"
United States
Listya
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
12.8 km from Lower Ocean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (912 reviews)
"Nice rooms , great property and views ! "
United States
anna
The price is NZ$622
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Seascape Beach Resort

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Lower Ocean
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Restaurant and hotel staff were very friendly. "
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$346
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
" Lean room friendly staff comfy beds excellent restaurant. "
United States
Shana
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Inn At Pasatiempo

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,268 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$203
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.3 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (558 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$202
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
10.1 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We loved the location of the room and the hot tub"
United States
Jewlia
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, nice breakfast, courteous staff, great location."
United States
Therese
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, very nice breakfast."
United States
Zhiwei
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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Compare popular hotels in Lower Ocean

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking
Drift Inn
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
71 reviews
View
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
8.0
Very good
867 reviews
View
Signature Room
Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
1,007 reviews
View
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
786 reviews
View
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,020 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Lower Ocean

Find the best Lower Ocean 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 Pacific Avenue.

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 Main Beach 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lower Ocean?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Lower Ocean's Lower Ocean neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Ocean Street as part of your Lower Ocean travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is a highly ranked property in Lower Ocean. This hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Drift Inn and Torch Lite Inn.
How many hotels are there in Lower Ocean?
With 18 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Lower Ocean to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Lower Ocean area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Lower Ocean.
What is there to do around this Lower Ocean neighbourhood?
Ocean Street is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Ocean. While you're out sightseeing, Pacific Garden Mall and Pacific Avenue are a couple of additional sights to visit in Lower Ocean.