Santa Cruz Beach hotels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

6.4 / 10

(324 Reviews)

From 86$
Sea & Sand Inn

8.8 / 10

(125 Reviews)

From 279$
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8.7 / 10

(859 Reviews)

From 239$
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

9.1 / 10

(227 Reviews)

From 299$
Ocean Pacific Lodge

8.2 / 10

(1192 Reviews)

From 109$

Holiday-inspiration.com travellers like to stay at Dream Inn providing cots, a business centre and shopping service. Travellers on holiday-inspiration.com enjoy staying at Beach Street Inn And Suites, providing cots, a Jacuzzi and room service along with A Slice of Kianti's restaurant nearby.

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Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Sea & Sand Inn Dream Inn Santa Cruz West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Best Beach hotels in Santa Cruz Ocean Pacific Lodge Best Western Plus All Suites Inn The Inn At Pasatiempo Cheap Beach hotels in Santa Cruz Super 8 By Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East Hitching Post Studios Inn Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

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6.4
Good
324 Reviews

Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

📍 337 Riverside Avenue

From 86$

Featuring free self parking, a sun terrace and a golf course onsite, Capri Motel Santa Cruz is situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, a 16-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. Mike Fox Skate Park is located near the venue, and Mineta San Jose International airport is approximately a 50-minute drive away.

The motel is set about 14 minutesโ€™ walk from the surfing beach. It is a 15-minute walk of Museum of Art and History. Capri Motel Santa Cruz is a short ride from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.

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8.8
Excellent
125 Reviews

Sea & Sand Inn

📍 201 West Cliff Drive

From 279$

The 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz places guests a 12-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Featuring 22 rooms with views of the sea, this venue is set within a short ride from University of California at Santa Cruz.

The accommodation is located in Westside Santa Cruz district, close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is a 7-minute walk from the hotel. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is also located near the property.

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8.7
Excellent
859 Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

📍 175 W Cliff Dr

From 239$

Hotel Dream Inn, located just off Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, about 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, features an outdoor swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. There is a meeting room, a xerox and a business centre at the inn.

The venue is set within 15 minutes' walk of the centre of Santa Cruz, not far from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is less than 0.6 km away. The surfing beach is 5 minutes' walk away. The accommodation is also a short drive from Abbott Square.

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9.1
Excellent
227 Reviews

West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

📍 174 W Cliff Dr

From 299$

Featuring complimentary parking, allergy-free rooms and a golf course, West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn offers accommodation in Westside Santa Cruz district, within 10 minutes' walk to Abbott Square. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is 900 metres from this venue.

The hotel is located 2 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from University of California at Santa Cruz. Attractions within walking distance include Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and Cowell's Beach Surf Shop.

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8.2
Very good
1192 Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

📍 301 Pacific Avenue

From 109$

The 2-star Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz offers 56 rooms in less than 11 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Guests are welcome to use complimentary parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi for general purposes and computers and a photocopier for business needs.

Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the venue is set 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. The centre of Santa Cruz is located 1 km away. Museum of Art and History is also located near the accommodation. University of California at Santa Cruz is only a couple of minutes' drive away.

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Hotels in Santa Cruz

Airport nearby โœˆ๏ธ Monterey Peninsula, Oakland International, Mineta San Jose International, San Francisco International
Average Price ๐Ÿ’ฐ 250$
Hotels in Santa Cruz ๐Ÿจ 81
Hotel Reviews โญ 3870
Landmarks nearby ๐Ÿ“ University of California at Santa Cruz, Wilder Ranch State Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Museum of Art and History, Cave Train
Top Service Hotel ๐Ÿ› Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Family Hotel ๐Ÿ‘ช Sea & Sand Inn
Hotel with a view ๐Ÿ” Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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7.1
Good
389 Reviews

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

📍 500 Ocean Street

From 134$

Featuring free self-parking and a sauna, Best Western Plus All Suites Inn offers accommodation within 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. The property is located 1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from University of California at Santa Cruz.

Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the inn is set around a 15-minute drive from The Mystery Spot. The venue is close to the city's touristic area and Shopper's Corner. Ocean Street is also located near the hotel.

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8.4
Very good
433 Reviews

The Inn At Pasatiempo

📍 555 Highway 17

From 169$

Situated 4.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park in Santa Cruz, Inn At Pasatiempo features free self-parking and a seasonal outdoor pool throughout the venue. Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church is less than 2.2 km away.

The city centre lies within 3 km of the accommodation. University of California at Santa Cruz is only a couple of minutes' drive away.

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5.9
Good
490 Reviews

Super 8 By Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East

📍 338 Riverside Ave

From 124$

The 2-star Super 8 By Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East Hotel is set 1.3 km to Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like high speed Internet access throughout the venue and access to secretarial service, a photocopy machine and a fax machine.

The 65-acre California Natural Bridges State Beach is less than 4.2 km away. The hotel lies within 1 km of the centre of Santa Cruz. Cocoanut Grove is also located near the property. The accommodation is just off Art League Inc-Santa Cruz.

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7.8
Very good
228 Reviews

Hitching Post Studios Inn

📍 1717 Soquel Avenue

From 95$

The 2-star Hitching Post Studios Inn is set 4.7 km from Home and 2.9 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Featuring 31 rooms with views of the garden, this inn is set within a short ride from University of California at Santa Cruz.

The venue is set within 25 minutes' walk of the centre of Santa Cruz, not far from Santa Cruz Bible Church. The accommodation is situated in Eastside Santa Cruz district, close to Arana Gulch Trail.

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8.1
Very good
585 Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

📍 6001 La Madrona Drive

From 149$

Located within 2.8 km from The Mystery Spot, 3-star Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley Hotel offers 24 hour front desk assistance, dry cleaning and concierge service. This venue is centrally based near the local beach.

Valley Gardens Golf Course is less than 1.6 km away. The accommodation is just minutes away from a beach. A short drive will take you to Pasatiempo Golf Club.

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7.5
Very good
622 Reviews

National 9 Motel

📍 130 Plymouth St

From 79$

Featuring complimentary parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a golf course onsite, National 9 Motel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, within 2.5 km to University of California at Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is less than 2.9 km away.

The property is located 2 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church.

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7.2
Good
1041 Reviews

Aqua Breeze Inn

📍 204 Second Street

From 89$

Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz offers 2-star accommodation 5 minutes' drive away from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Boasting 24-hour front desk and housekeeping, this property also provides guests with a xerox and a fax machine.

Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the inn is set 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. It is just 1 km to the downtown of Santa Cruz. The Wide Main Sandy Beach is also located near the hotel. Cowell Beach is a short drive away.

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7.4
Good
322 Reviews

Best Western Inn Santa Cruz

📍 126 Plymouth Street

From 124$

Featuring high speed Internet access in public areas, Best Western Inn Santa Cruz offers accommodation within 2.5 km to University of California at Santa Cruz. The venue is located 2 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from The Mystery Spot.

Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the hotel is set a 10-minute drive from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. There is easy access to the sand beach. This property is set near First United Pentecostal Church of Santa Cruz.

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8.1
Very good
386 Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

📍 611 Ocean Street

From 169$

The 4-star Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection Santa Cruz offers 170 rooms in 6 km to The Mystery Spot. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like high-speed Internet access throughout the venue and access to meeting rooms, a xerox and a conference space.

The accommodation is located 1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Pacific Avenue is 0.9 km away from this contemporary hotel. Ocean Street is also located near the property. Visit Santa Cruz County is a few minutesโ€™ walk away.

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4.2
Good
564 Reviews

Motel Santa Cruz

📍 370 Ocean Street

From 79$

The 2-star Motel Santa Cruz lies a 25-minute stroll from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. The venue provides 62 guestrooms appointed with climate control and flat-screen TV for a pleasant stay in Santa Cruz.

Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the motel is set 1.4 km from Museum of Art and History. The city centre is within 10 minutes' walk away. Ocean Street is also located near the accommodation. It takes a few minutes' drive to get to University of California at Santa Cruz.

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7.4
Good
439 Reviews

Chaminade Resort & Spa

📍 1 Chaminade Ln

From 245$

Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz is a 4-star venue situated within 6 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Featuring 156 rooms with views of the bay, this accommodation is set within a short ride from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.

The Mystery Spot is less than 2.8 km away. The centre of Santa Cruz is 5 km away from the hotel.

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Santa Cruz Beach hotels FAQ
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Amongst 5 spa resorts, Best Western Inn rating: 7.4/10 is the best accommodation offering cots, a business centre and a gym.
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