Santa Cruz, CA

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Santa Cruz featuring general coastal views, flowers and a beach

Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz which includes watersports

Westside Santa Cruz

4/5(2,586 area reviews)

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.

Westside Santa Cruz
41.5 feet tall, 350,000 pounds and able to withstand a quarter million pounds of wave energy: Walton Lighthouse

Eastside Santa Cruz

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

Eastside Santa Cruz
What better way to start your day!

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.

Pleasure Point
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Downtown Santa Cruz

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

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
Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky

Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright
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Beach Hill - Beach Flats

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

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED167 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
AED167
per night
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,060 reviews)
Great place to stay!
"The staff at this Hilton was amazing. Always answered the phone, accommodated a later checkout and we’re unflustered. The building is also beautiful. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 17 Jun, 2024

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AED200 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
AED200
per night
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (458 reviews)
"Walking distance to Boardwalk and the Wharf."

Reviewed on 18 Jun, 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AED261 per night from Jun 20 to Jun 21
AED261
per night
Jun 20 - Jun 21
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (977 reviews)
"Great hotel chain! Rooms are comfortable and spacious! Pool area was clean!"

Reviewed on 19 Jun, 2024

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
Santa Cruz
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mystery Spot are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (13 reviews)
"Very nice interior. Room was great with definite upgrades, still some work to be done, but overall very pleased with the room, pool, hot tub, and service."

Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2024

2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
West Santa Cruz Exclusive Home
West Santa Cruz Exclusive Home
Santa Cruz
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Perfect Santa Cruz Rental
"This house was amazing! The layout of the house was perfect with an open floor plan and inviting outdoor area. The house had all amenities you could need with beautiful and comfortable decor. The house was clean and well appointed with fresh flowers and welcome pastries upon our arrival. The location ..."

Reviewed on 7 May, 2024

West Santa Cruz Exclusive Home
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Santa Cruz
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (154 reviews)
Excellent location
"The interior of the house is clean, comfortable and well equipped. We loved it."

Reviewed on 16 Jun, 2024

Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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