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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is AED 363
AED 645 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (582 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is AED 897
AED 1,212 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,040 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is AED 915
AED 1,042 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,361 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is AED 437
AED 506 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

5. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (320 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is AED 412
AED 478 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Seaway Inn
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (191 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is AED 331
AED 389 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
Terrace/patio

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is AED 419
AED 485 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

8. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,650 reviews)
"I was very pleased with my stay it was very clean and it’s at a great location"
United States
Sherlyn
The price is AED 426
AED 494 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

9. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,552 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is AED 272
AED 362 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (959 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is AED 327
AED 391 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

11. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,355 reviews)
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
United States
cindy
The price is AED 466
AED 539 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,348 reviews)
"Easy check in, friendly staff and the room was clean"
United States
Nikki
The price is AED 344
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

13. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (641 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time during our visit. The room was very clean and the staff was very helpful. I would definitely recommend it to my friends."
United States
Brenda Lynn
The price is AED 489
AED 563 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

14. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is AED 580
AED 665 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,297 reviews)
"Would stay again. Amazing staff."
United States
Sarika
The price is AED 465
AED 537 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,184 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Ruth
The price is AED 418
AED 485 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

17. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location !! , friendly staff clean room"
United States
Christine
The price is AED 224
AED 261 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

18. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,295 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is AED 321
AED 519 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (492 reviews)
"Rooms clean, easy parking, and it’s 10 minutes from downtown. Perfect little spot"
United States
vincent
The price is AED 281
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

20. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The receptionist was so nice good service and good hotel"
United States
Dramane
The price is AED 228
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Beachview Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
19 reviews
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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
582 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,040 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,361 reviews
View
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
320 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"It was great. Conveniently located"
Michael 8-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is located in a walkable area of Lower Seabright known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 239 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Other good choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Expedia has 239 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
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What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.