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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Julia

NZ$303

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

2. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Myla

NZ$236

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Frank

NZ$240

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

4. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Sofia

NZ$236

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

5. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Judy

NZ$200

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Ingrid

NZ$202

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Grester

NZ$232

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Tasia

NZ$173

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

Two black chairs and a small table in a room with a carpeted floor and plain walls.

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder on one side, surrounded by a concrete deck.

A motel sign with a neon 'NO VACANCY' message.

9. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

John

NZ$142

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

10. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

vincent

NZ$163

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Maria

NZ$255

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Alan

NZ$190

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

A kitchen with a marble countertop, a wooden cabinet with a decorative handle, a chair, and a globe on the counter.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

13. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Christine

NZ$124

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, a framed picture, a chair, and a window.

A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Jorge

NZ$150

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.

15. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Aleksandr

NZ$145

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

16. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Harjeet

NZ$248

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

17. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Natalie

NZ$143

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A motel with outdoor seating and umbrellas, a sign indicating 'No Diving', and a view of a parking lot and distant buildings.

A building with a mural of animals and a sign indicating an office and internet access.

A kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of the street.

18. Aqua Breeze Inn

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

John

NZ$180

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

A covered corridor with a railing, large windows, and a view of a parking lot.

A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a red chair.

19. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Armando

NZ$138

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.

A dining area with a central table and chairs, a decorative wall with geometric patterns, and a ceiling light fixture.

A coffee station with four dispensers labeled 'Hot Water,' 'Decaf Roast,' 'Light Roast,' and 'Dark Roast.' There are cups and a small trash bin on the counter.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a television.

20. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Arturo

NZ$232

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

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Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 317 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,352 reviews	View
Marea Sol Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,637 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$257

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$240

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$150

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel range, and a breakfast bar.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$222

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$734

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting of a beach scene on the wall, a potted plant, and a door leading to another room.

A wooden gazebo with a hot tub underneath, surrounded by a wooden fence and lattice panels.

A hotel room with a white bed, two bedside lamps, a bedside phone, and a digital clock on the nightstand.

Continental Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$147

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign for the Torch Late Inn, and a building with a stone facade.

A room with two teal chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a potted plant on a wooden side table.

A patio with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and potted plants.

Torch Lite Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$159

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$173

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"I wasn't there too long -- just one night. But it was perfect for just me: clean, comfortable, and quiet. (I was a little concerned when I saw packages of earplugs on the nightstands, but it was a peaceful night.) The person working the front desk was great! I asked her advice on a quick place to eat within walking distance and she suggested the perfect restaurant! A great place with great staff!"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very helpful during the sign in process. The breakfast was amazing."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place! I’ll be back"

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

10/10 Excellent

"N/A"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! We will be back."

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Very Clean room, helpful staff. Many shops near by and a 15 minute walk to the boardwalk ."

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Pacific Avenue

8.6/10 (951 reviews)

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.

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A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 reviews)

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.

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Pacific Garden Mall

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pacific Garden Mall during your visit to Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Williams-Reynolds House

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Williams-Reynolds House. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

7.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History 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 145 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Adjacent to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Seaside Inn & Suites.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Expedia has 145 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.

What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Williams-Reynolds House, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

Top Hotels Near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History in Santa Cruz from NZ$124

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Seaway Inn

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Marea Sol Hotel

5. Mission Inn

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

9. National 9 Santa Cruz

10. Hitching Post Studios Inn

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

13. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

15. Beachview Inn

16. Casablanca On The Beach

17. Seaside Inn & Suites

18. Aqua Breeze Inn

19. Drift Inn

20. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Hotels recommended for families near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Continental Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Casablanca On The Beach

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Seaside Inn & Suites

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Pacific Avenue

Mission Santa Cruz

Ocean Street

Pacific Garden Mall

Town Clock

Williams-Reynolds House

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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