Westside Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Westside Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz which includes general coastal views and views as well as an individual male
Santa Cruz featuring bird life
Santa Cruz which includes flowers, tropical scenes and rugged coastline
Santa Cruz which includes a beach, swimming and a coastal town

Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(16 reviews)

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.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Wharf

Santa Cruz Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(5 reviews)

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.

Natural Bridges State Park
Ocean Street

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.

Ocean Street
Santa Cruz Main Beach

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Main Beach
Pacific Avenue

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.

Pacific Avenue

Activities

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

NZ$220
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

NZ$145
per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
Bay Area Rock Climbing

Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

NZ$203
per adult
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area
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Our pick of the best Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is NZ$253 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$253
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,226 reviews)
"Clean rooms, 3 minute walk to boardwalk. Breakfast was satiating. Facility in good condition, water refill station. For a balcony you need to book with partial ocean view or better. Parking spaces in the garage were very tight. Staff was quiet, not the friendliest but not put you off either.I would ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is NZ$219 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$219
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,052 reviews)
"Super cute hotel, comfortable, good amenities, decent spot to stay in Santa Cruz :)"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is NZ$485 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$485
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"We love Dream Inn. This was our 5th visit. We love the view and the excellent service. That being said, the bathrooms are in great need of renovating. This is a great location, but it only rates as a 3 star hotel."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is NZ$220 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$220
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,183 reviews)
"Love that this hotel is right across the street from the main beach, boardwalk arcade and much more. Our room had the best view! The street infront is noisy during the night and restaurants around are cooking so you cant really leave your balcony open it will stink up the room. The first night our ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Marea Sol Hotel
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is NZ$182 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$182
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,190 reviews)
Good for the price and location.
"I’ve stayed here before and the rooms are definitely getting old. Bathroom really needs updating. But it was still acceptable for one night. Both ladies in the office for check-in and out were so kind and friendly. Great spot and good value. I’d stay here again even though it’s rather old."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$117 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$117
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,028 reviews)
"Todo muy limpio"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Surf City Inn and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside Santa Cruz

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Mission Hill

While visiting Mission Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.

Mission Hill
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Circles

While Circles may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Cowell's Beach.

Circles
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Westlake

When in Westlake, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westlake
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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.

Downtown Santa Cruz
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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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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Harvey West

When in Harvey West, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Harvey West

Westside Santa Cruz Travel Guide

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