Lower Ocean Holidays
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Our guide on where to stay in Lower Ocean
Find the best Lower Ocean areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lower Ocean
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 Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue.
Our pick of the best Lower Ocean Hotel Deals
Surf City Inn and Suites
619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$130 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
NZ$130
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
Great service, with fast check in and out, no problem whatsoever! In a nice place and great price compared to surrounding hotels.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
505 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$128 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$128
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (867 reviews)
Clean rooms friendly staff
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Solares
600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$159 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
NZ$159
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
Loved this stay. Really nice location and rooms are good sized. Great for dogs! Would happily stay again.
Reviewed on 23 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 Lower Ocean
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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
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
UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
NZ$8
per traveller
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