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Our top choices for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center hotels

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time here in this charming, small hotel. Quiet with free parking and wifi and a quick walk down a short hill to the beach."
United States
Claudia
The price is NZ$470
includes taxes & fees
11 June - 12 June
Seaway Inn

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,021 reviews)
"Great family place. Rooms were clean & updated to a very cool surf vibe!"
United States
Erin
The price is NZ$770
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Brian
The price is NZ$608
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Beach Street Inn and Suites

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,319 reviews)
"Great location (steps away from the beach), decent breakfast, and friendly staff."
Canada
Alexia
The price is NZ$503
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (926 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Pacific Blue Inn

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,582 reviews)
"Beachfront and reasonable price will definitely stay again"
United States
Nicole
The price is NZ$449
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Marea Sol Hotel

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,426 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Larissa
The price is NZ$449
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely gorgeous location. Friendly staff. The room was spacious and comfortable. The wine and cheese was a perfect snack and breakfast was delightful. Do yourself a favor and stay here."
United States
Dina
The price is NZ$541
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Great location, lovely place, clean and comfortable rooms, very friendly staff"
United States
Roxana
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Mission Inn

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,236 reviews)
"Great and just across from the beach"
United States
Kevin
The price is NZ$532
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Casablanca On The Beach

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (669 reviews)
"Good place to rest for a few days while exploring Santa Cruz."
United States
Kelly
The price is NZ$338
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in a clean and beautifully renovated hotel—I recommend it to everyone!"
United States
Jan
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Rio Vista Suites

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Beachview Inn

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,273 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
The price is NZ$488
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,059 reviews)
"Location is great, plenty of parking and the staff is very professional"
United States
Richard
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June
Seaside Inn & Suites

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.8 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (962 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.9 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (93 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June
Drift Inn

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. All staff were helpful and able to accommodate an additional night’s stay."
United States
CARLA
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,278 reviews)
"Very good love to stay in this location"
United States
Anna
The price is NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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Compare popular hotels close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
224 reviews
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Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,021 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,012 reviews
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Business centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,319 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
926 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 163 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Adjacent to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Expedia has 163 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel 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, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
What can I see and do near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum or Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park.