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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

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Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

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A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

Pleasure Point

World-renowned surf spot with a strong surf culture, Pleasure Point offers picturesque ocean views along East Cliff Drive and a walkable path with separate bike lanes. Enjoy amenities at Pleasure Point Park and nearby 41st Ave commercial district.

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Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

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.

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A beach with people playing and walking.

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

10/10 Excellent

"As always my stay was incredible. The staff is amazing. They allowed me to check in early which really helps out when I'm driving 6 and 1/2 hours from where I'm living to work"

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed one night and I wish we could have stayed for a week! Beautiful property. Amazing staff. Front desk was so kind and on point. The bed was the most comfortable bed I've slept in. Room was huge and well laid out. LOVED the patio. View onto beautiful trees and trails. It was very quiet while we were there. I will absolutely be back."

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely loved our stay. Great and friendly staff. Valet was super welcoming and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The treadmills weren’t working. We didn’t eat breakfast at the hotel. The location was in close proximity to the beach and downtown which was perfect. Overall it was amazing and would definitely book again."

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

8/10 Good

"If you have a large group and want to be near the beach, this is a good place to pick. Michelle is truly hospitable and enjoys hosting. She was a good communicator and responded to my concern about broken blinds in some of the bedrooms by providing 3 new blinds the following day. The layout is a bit random (2 houses became one) but there are also some advantages: 2 ovens, 2 refrigerators. We loved having all 13 of us around one big dining table- what a treat! The house was very clean with lovely light-colored floors throughout. It’s hard to find a house w/ 6 bedrooms, that was a gift for our extended family of 7 adults 6 kids ages four and under.A couple of things for travelers to know, esp if they have littles: no A/C because the house is coastal. We stayed in September and in the afternoons the upstairs reached low 80’s (weather was high 70’s.) Bedrooms are on the ground floor, they run cooler. Many bedroom windows were sticky/heavy in their frames and difficult to open. Several of the windows in the house as well as the 4 sliding doors (2 upstairs, 2 ds) did not have screens. No screen doors meant we kept the the upstairs sliders closed - even in the heat - bc we didn’t want our littles running out onto the 2nd story deck (there is a railing, but we’re cautious). We brought 2 toddler gates for 2 different flights of stairs.This is a spacious, unique place minutes away from Twin Lakes State Beach. Michelle is a kind host. We wish her well."

Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like?

Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?

Based on our traveler data, Bella Notte is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This aparthotel is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.

How many hotels will I find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?

Expedia has 221 hotels and other accommodations in Eastside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Eastside Santa Cruz.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Eastside Santa Cruz?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Eastside Santa Cruz, head over to our customer service page.

What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?

Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach, and Sunny Cove Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighborhood. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Harbor Beach, and Lincoln Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

1. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

2. Hitching Post Studios Inn

3. Bella Notte

4. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

5. Continental Inn

6. Motel Santa Cruz

7. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

8. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

9. Ocean Gate Inn

10. Seaside Inn & Suites

11. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz

12. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

13. Drift Inn

14. Chaminade Resort & Spa

15. Torch Lite Inn

16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

18. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

19. Capri Motel

20. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Pleasure Point

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Downtown Santa Cruz

Upper Seabright

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

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