Lower Ocean Travel Guide
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Rooms are mediocre. Staff is kind of dry.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Surf City Inn and Suites
Had to check in/out and discuss any issues over a kiosk that was outside and it was pouring rain. Tv did not work the entire time we were there. Loved how close it was to the boardwalk and wharf
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
You get what you pay for:)
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Fern River Resort
Booked three cabins for ten children, grand children and great grandchildren. We had one of the absolute best vacations ever!!! Loved it! A magnificent site and great resort!!! ❤️💓❤️
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage

Seascape Ocean Front Villa
Garbage disposal was not working and there was decaying food from garbage disposal all over the sink when we arrived. I contacted the owner and he said he was just there and did not see any issues. Blow dryer in one of bathrooms did not work. Only Beach towels in bathrooms, no washcloths, only one ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in 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.

Natural Bridges State Park
You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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.

Ocean Street
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Pacific Avenue
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Activities

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour




