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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1236)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Midtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1149)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
6.5 km from Midtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1233)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Midtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 2 km from Midtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1269)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.9 km from Midtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (763)
"Good value."
United States
David
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Midtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1030)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Todd
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.9 km from Midtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
United States
Ariana
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
3 km from Midtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"It’s a unique place in the midst of nature trails and old Redwood trees. It’s also positioned with a direct overland path to the ocean. All around a good choice for a stay."
United States
William.Leo
The price is NZ$347
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
4.1 km from Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
5 km from Midtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Midtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (616)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1319)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Midtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"Great hidden gem"
United States
Dillon
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Pacific Blue Inn
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Mission Inn
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Midtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1184)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Midtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
Lobby
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Midtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"everything was great, can’t wait to comeback "
United States
Xochitl
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
One Queen Bed
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Midtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Beachview Inn
Beach views
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is NZ$416
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Our guide on where to stay in Midtown

Find the best Midtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Santa Cruz which includes general coastal views and views as well as an individual male

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.

Top Midtown Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Gorgeous new resort"
Radiance 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is Midtown like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Santa Cruz's Midtown neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Midtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Midtown.
What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Midtown include Ocean Street, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and Pacific Garden Mall. While you're out sightseeing, Town Clock and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Cruz.

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