What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Santa Cruz?

Motels generally offer more affordable rates than hotels, which makes them great if you're road-tripping around Santa Cruz on a budget. A popular pick for overnight stays, these roadside getaways have simply furnished rooms, limited services and on-site parking. Choose a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay extra for additional comfort, privacy and conveniences. Travelers can take advantage of things like free WiFi, fitness centers and conference rooms at this style of property.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz?

Stay on budget at one of our 3-star hotels with breakfast included in Santa Cruz. Get up and grab a coffee at Hyatt Place Santa Cruz , which has a swimming pool and pool sun loungers. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is another escape that provides your morning drinks and food without an additional cost.

Do any 3-star hotels in Santa Cruz have a pool?

Expedia has some fabulous 3-star accommodations in Santa Cruz where you can enjoy a relaxing swim, such as Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz . June, July and August, which are the summer months here, are wonderful for staying at a 3-star hotel with a pool. If you're craving the warmest weather for your poolside vacation, reserve in September when average temperatures range from 14ºC at night to 24ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Santa Cruz have an on-site restaurant?

Book a stay in one of our Santa Cruz escapes with an on-site restaurant and you won't need to venture far from your accommodations when you're hungry. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley and Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton are two 3-star stays with this tasty perk on the menu. The first also comes with amenities like a garden and a firepit, while the second includes a swimming pool and a terrace.

Do any 3-star hotels in Santa Cruz have WiFi?

Yes. Casablanca On The Beach and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz are a couple of our 3-star hotels in Santa Cruz with WiFi. Lock in one of these getaways to easily access weather forecasts, trip suggestions and tourist information. Remember, this useful amenity may be free or require an additional payment.

What 3-star hotels in Santa Cruz have parking?

If you're planning to explore Santa Cruz by car, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz comes with a space for your ride. Rio Vista Suites is another good 3-star getaway with parking. Want to embark on some sightseeing opportunities beyond the city? Buckle up and explore. Pier 39 and Stanford University are two popular day trip destinations from the heart of Santa Cruz.

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Conrad

AED 502 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz

Gary

AED 579 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Aptos

CARLA

AED 465 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley

Rosie

AED 437 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Todd

AED 485 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Nina

AED 489 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Boulder Creek

Alex

AED 365 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz

Rita

AED 472 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Westside Santa Cruz

Sunil

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz

Jacki

AED 627 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

Monarch Cove Inn

Capitola

Denise

AED 797 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

Pacific Blue Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

Carol

AED 391 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

Felton

Adrian

AED 416 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Toulouse Latrec) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Babbling Brook Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

Zachary

AED 934 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

Capitola Hotel

Capitola

David

AED 767 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

Superior King + Beach View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

Andrea

Aptos Home w/ Decks & Hot Tub - 2 Mi to Beach!

Aptos

Shane

California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails

Ben Lomond

Cottage at the Point For 4!

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA

AED 400

AED 464 total

30 Nov - 1 Dec

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Santa Cruz?

Expedia guests recommend Hyatt Place Santa Cruz. It features an electric car charging station and a swimming pool, and is around 1.13 kilometers southeast of central Santa Cruz. Rio Vista Suites is another leading 3-star hotel. Located roughly 2 kilometers south of downtown, it offers a fireplace and a garden.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Santa Cruz?

Relaxation comes easy in 3-star hotels in Santa Cruz. Alongside pleasant surroundings, these more affordable lodgings come with plenty of welcome amenities like free WiFi, coffee or tea maker and on-site gym. A 4-star hotel offers a more sophisticated ambience with upmarket features such as a day spa, indoor or outdoor swimming pool and more spacious rooms. No matter your preferred hotel category or how much you want to spend, we have what you're looking for.

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Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

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Pacific Blue Inn

Fern River Resort

Babbling Brook Inn

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