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Number of reviews	18,073
Accommodation	885 hotels
Lowest Price	NZ$191
Highest Price	NZ$697

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Santa Cruz?

University of California, Santa Cruz is located in an area that travellers like for its sporting events. You'll find 363 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near University of California, Santa Cruz?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It's located 2 mi (3.3 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to University of California, Santa Cruz?

Expedia has 363 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from University of California, Santa Cruz.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before 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 get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near University of California, Santa Cruz.

What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Lighthouse Point Park and Felton Covered Bridge Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Wilder Ranch State Park.