Santa Cruz Hotels

Santa Cruz offers a diverse array of accommodations suitable for every traveler, from quaint beachside motels to luxurious resorts. This coastal gem features properties that cater to both families and solo adventurers alike. Whether you seek thrilling outdoor activities or wish to unwind by the ocean, there are countless options to select from. Each hotel presents its unique charm and amenities, making your stay memorable and refreshing.

Santa Cruz Accommodation lists:

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Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel Solares Chaminade Resort & Spa Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz Continental Inn Dream Inn Santa Cruz The Inn At Pasatiempo Quality Inn Motel Santa Cruz

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Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

📍 2956 Mission Street

The 3-star Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz is located in a shopping area and offers a swimming pool and a fitness centre. The inn is situated in the very heart of Santa Cruz, 10 minutes' drive such cultural attractions as Museum of Art and History.

This Santa Cruz property is about 10 minutes' drive from UCSC Arboretum and a few minutes' drive from Monterey Bay. Guests can visit moore creek preserve, which is just a 5-minute stroll away, and Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse which is at a distance of 2.9 km from the Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz. The accommodation also lies close to a wildlife park, and Cowell Beach is around 10 minutes away by car. Entertainment in the area includes the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" at a distance of 3.2 km from Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz. You can catch the bus at Natural Bridges Drive & Mission Street bus stop, only a few minutes from this Santa Cruz property.

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Hotel Solares

📍 600 Riverside Avenue

Hotel Solares is located in the tourist area of Santa Cruz, 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport, and houses an outdoor swimming pool. Wi-Fi is offered throughout the property as well as a cash machine and a lift on the premises.

Guests can access Cowell Beach 20 minutes' stroll from the hotel, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park is a 5-minute ride away. The Solares Santa Cruz places you 1.2 km from Seabright Beach. There is Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center 5 minutes away by car, while Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station close to the property. Sky Glider cable car station lies nearby, 10 minutes' stroll away.

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Chaminade Resort & Spa

📍 1 Chaminade Ln

The comfortable 4-star Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz, located approximately a 10-minute ride from Capitola Beach, features a snack and drink vending machine, and a lift. Set in a mountain, this Santa Cruz hotel is 10 minutes by car from Twin Lakes Church.

The property has a quiet location 10 minutes' drive Seabright State Sandy Beach, while shopping venues like East Cliff Village Shopping Center are 4.1 km away. The Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz offers proximity to such natural sights as the community Jade Street Park (3.9 km) and Esplanade Park (4.1 km). The comfortable accommodation is also relatively close to Monterey Bay. Entertainment options in the area feature Pasatiempo Golf Club 4.1 km from Chaminade Resort & Spa. This Santa Cruz property is close to a motorway.

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

📍 611 Ocean Street

Featuring an outdoor pool, the charming 4-star Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection Santa Cruz includes 170 spacious rooms fitted with modern comforts. Surrounded by mountains, the designer hotel is situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, around 5 minutes by car from Seabright State Sandy Beach.

Visit Santa Cruz County is located just 400 metres from the modern accommodation, and such natural sites as the scenic sloped Pogonip Park is 10 minutes away by car. From the urban design Paradox, Autograph Collection Santa Cruz it will take about 20 minutes to walk to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Entertainment options in the area feature the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" just a short drive from the welcoming property. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is close to a train station.

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La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

📍 550 2Nd Street

Offering a swimming pool and a fitness room, La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz is located right in the centre of Santa Cruz. Staying here you can use Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking on site.

Notable for its location about 5 minutes by car from the Wide Main Sandy Beach in the Westside Santa Cruz district, this hotel provides access to Swimming Dolphins, which is nearly 5 minutes away by car. The La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham is within short walking distance of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. Around 10 minutes' drive from Seabright State Sandy Beach is a perk for guests staying at the property. The 2-star La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz stands merely an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, within close distance of 2nd Street & Pacific Avenue bus stop.

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Hotels in Santa Cruz

Top Service Hotel 🛁 Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ Hotel Solares
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 Chaminade Resort & Spa

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Continental Inn

📍 414 Ocean Street

Featuring a swimming pool, Continental Inn Santa Cruz is a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. This comfortable inn provides a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool as well as Wi-Fi in the rooms.

The property, with a central location in Santa Cruz, offers guests to relax by Duck Island Pond, which is situated 800 metres away. East Cliff Village Shopping Center is close to the hotel, while Broadway & Ocean Street bus stop is only 5 minutes' walk away. Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church is within 20 minutes' walk of the accommodation. The 2-star Continental Inn is not so far from the Sky Glider cable car station.

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

📍 175 W Cliff Dr

Situated a mere 250 metres from Fluke, the upscale Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers private car parking on site and Wi-Fi in public areas, as well as spectacular views of the ocean. The 4-star luxury inn lies in the shopping Westside Santa Cruz district, a short distance from such cultural sights as Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

Thanks to its great location, this boutique-style accommodation is in the very heart of Santa Cruz, at a distance of 250 metres from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Guests can visit Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, which is just a 5-minute walk away, and the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster which is at a medium distance from the beachfront Dream Inn. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is only a 7-minute stroll away. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, a popular place of worship located within 2 km of Dream Inn Santa Cruz. Delaware Avenue & Centennial Street bus stop is situated within convenient reach of this upscale property.

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The Inn At Pasatiempo

📍 555 Highway 17

The classic 3-star Inn At Pasatiempo Santa Cruz, located in a business neighbourhood, features various recreational opportunities, barbecue grills, and a golf course. Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool, this boutique-style inn is 25 minutes on foot from natural sights like the scenic sloped Pogonip Park.

Near a beautiful golf course and a bar, the property is 5 minutes by car from the arts theater "Rio Theatre". Surrounded by gardens and mountains, the lovely hotel is 10 minutes' drive from Museum of Art and History. The accommodation is situated within 5 minutes' drive of The Mystery Spot. There is Highway 17 & Pasatiempo Drive bus stop not too far from the affordable Inn At Pasatiempo.

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Quality Inn

📍 1101 Ocean Street

Quality Inn Santa Cruz is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district, approximately 10 minutes on foot from Duck Island Pond and offers a swimming pool onsite. The 2-star inn features high-speed Internet access in public areas.

Boasting a central location in Santa Cruz near a motorway, the property provides easy access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, which is 10 minutes away by car. Whole Foods Market is about a 5-minute ride away, while Kiva Retreat House is a minute's walk from the Quality Inn Santa Cruz. The accommodation is located 5 minutes' drive from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. For those travelling from afar, Mineta San Jose International airport is 47 minutes' drive away.

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Motel Santa Cruz

📍 370 Ocean Street

Offering a restaurant and a barber shop, the comfortable Motel Santa Cruz lies in the Westside Santa Cruz district, 5 minutes' drive Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and about a 25-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. This 2-star motel provides a currency exchange and a vending machine, plus Wi-Fi in public areas and public parking on site.

The accommodation is about 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport and a walk from such cultural venues as Museum of Art and History. Natural attractions in the area include the sporty Harvey West Park, about a 25-minute walk from the hotel, and a beach is approximately 5 minutes away by car. Visit Duck Island Pond, merely a 10-minute walk from this Santa Cruz property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. There is Cowell Beach 5 minutes away by car, and Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station a few metres away from Motel Santa Cruz. The comfortable accommodation is at a 750-metre distance from Sky Glider cable car.

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Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

📍 500 Ocean Street

Featuring a snack and drink vending machine, and a lift, the 3-star Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district, around a 5-minute drive from Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church. This unique hotel features Wi-Fi, provided throughout the property.

The property enjoys a prime location a mere 5 minutes' stroll from San Lorenzo River. The hotel is ideally located in the tourist area, within walking distance of Tea House Spa. Visit Duck Island Pond, approximately 10 minutes' walk from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. There is Santa Cruz Wharf Pier 5 minutes away by car, while Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station a few metres away from Best Western Plus All Suites Inn. This Santa Cruz property lies next to Sky Glider cable car station, within a 750-meters' distance.

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Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz

📍 516 Water Street

Offering location close to Shopper's Corner, Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz offers 50 rooms. This hotel comes with high-speed Internet access throughout the property.

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park is merely 14 minutes' walk from the accommodation, and the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster is located a 10-minute drive away. The comfortable hotel is also only 13 minutes' walk from Carbonera Creek. This property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Duck Island Pond nearly a 10-minute stroll away. A 5-minute drive from Seabright State Sandy Beach is a perk for guests staying at the 2-star Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz. The accommodation is located 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport and in proximity to Ocean Avenue / Water Street bus stop.

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Sea & Sand Inn

📍 201 West Cliff Drive

Situated only 6 minutes' walk from Cowell Beach, the 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz offers 18 rooms. This Santa Cruz hotel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, a 10-minute ride from such natural sights as the 65-acre California Natural Bridges State Beach.

The property is located within 5 minutes' walk of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and a few minutes' drive from Sky Glider. Standing nearly 5 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the Sea & Sand Inn is within 5 minutes' drive of Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. The nearby entertainment attractions of Santa Cruz include the arts theater "Rio Theatre", which is a 10-minute ride away. Well-connected to many sights, Sea & Sand Inn is just next door to Bay Street & West Cliff Drive bus stop.

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Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

📍 6001 La Madrona Drive

Featuring a cash machine and a lift, the 3-star Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley hotel is situated in a business district, within 10 minutes' drive of the friendly Roaring Camp Park. This comfortable hotel features a 24-hour front desk and late check-out service alongside with high-speed Internet access throughout the property.

The property is located in a popular area of Santa Cruz, nearly a 10-minute ride from Bigfoot Discovery Museum. The historic Felton Covered Bridge is around a 10-minute drive from the Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley and Mineta San Jose International airport is 50 km away. The accommodation is also not too far from Silicon Valley. Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, which is 10 minutes away by car. The bus stop Scotts Valley Drive & Quien Sabe Road is located just a minute's drive from the hotel.

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Beach Street Inn And Suites

📍 125 Beach Street

2.2 km from Seabright State Sandy Beach, the 3-star Beach Street Inn And Suites Santa Cruz offers a snack and drink vending machine, and a lift. Situated only a few metres from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, this full-service inn has a swimming pool and also includes a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool.

Sanctuary Exploration Center is located a 5-minute walk from the property, and such natural sites as the sporty Harvey West Park are 3.1 km away. Noland's on the Wharf Swimwear Store is just a minute's drive from the Beach Street Inn And Suites Santa Cruz, while Mineta San Jose International airport is 55 km from it. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is 750 metres away. You can easily find the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach 10 minutes by car from Beach Street Inn And Suites. Situated in the very heart of Santa Cruz, the accommodation is a short distance from 2nd Street & Main Street bus stop.

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Aqua Breeze Inn

📍 204 Second Street

Overlooking the ocean, Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz is a 10-minute drive from Sunny Cove Sandy Swimming Beach. The inn also features Wi-Fi in the rooms.

This Santa Cruz property is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district, about 5 minutes by car from Cowell Beach. San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center is really close to the unpretentious hotel, while 2nd Street & Leibrandt Avenue bus stop is around 5 minutes' walk away. The historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster is merely 13 minutes' walk from the accommodation. The 2-star Aqua Breeze Inn is a few minutes' drive from the Sky Glider cable car station.

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Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

📍 611 Third Street

Offering a terrace, a shared lounge, and a golf course, the comfortable Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is nestled in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, a 5-minute drive from Seabright State Sandy Beach. Boasting bicycle usage and horse riding tours, the 4-star inn is located within walking distance of Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster.

Situated in the heart of Santa Cruz, the accommodation is around 500 metres from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Guests can visit Beach Flats Community Garden, which is about a 5-minute walk away, and East Cliff Village Shopping Center which is 10 minutes' drive the Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Seabright Beach, which is a mere 1.2 km away. The nearby notable religious buildings include Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, around 20 minutes' walk from Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz. This comfortable property is also situated just a short walk from 2nd Street & Leibrandt Avenue bus stop.

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Casablanca Inn On The Beach

📍 101 Main St

Situated an 18-minute stroll from Neary Lagoon Park, the lovely 4-star Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz features Wi-Fi throughout the property and a car park on site. This Santa Cruz inn lies in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, a 5-minute ride from such cultural sights as Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is located within 5 minutes' walk of the property, and such natural sites as the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach is approximately 20 minutes' walk away. The sporty Harvey West Park is around 10 minutes' drive from the Casablanca Inn On Beach Santa Cruz, and Mineta San Jose International airport is 55 km away. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Cowell Beach, which is just a 9-minute walk away. Casablanca Inn On The Beach is 10 minutes' drive the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach. The lovely property stands close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, a few minutes' drive from 2nd Street & Main Street bus stop.

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Seaway Inn

📍 176 West Cliff Drive

Seaway Inn, located in the Westside Santa Cruz district, about 5 minutes' drive from Steamer Lane, features views of the sea. A car park is available on site at this 2-star inn.

The accommodation is about 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport and at a moderate distance from such cultural venues as Museum of Art and History. At the hotel you'll be only a 7-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is also located at a medium distance from this property. Bay Street & West Cliff Drive bus stop is at a distance of within 5 minutes' walk of Seaway Inn.

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Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk

📍 500 Riverside Avenue

Providing 38 rooms, the 2-star Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz is situated within 5 minutes' drive of San Lorenzo River. This classic inn features both Wi-Fi throughout the property and free private parking on site.

The accommodation is located in the very heart of Santa Cruz, 18 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and 10 minutes by car from East Cliff Village Shopping Center. The business district of Santa Cruz, where the Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk sits, grants access to cultural attractions like Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, which is 18 minutes' stroll away. The property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Duck Island Pond 800 metres away. There is Arana Gulch Trail a 25-minute walk away, and Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station a short way from Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk. Sky Glider cable car station lies nearby, a 10-minute walk away.

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Best Western Inn Santa Cruz

📍 126 Plymouth Street

The perfect 3-star Best Western Inn Santa Cruz is situated a 10-minute ride from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and features a fitness centre, a sauna, and various recreational opportunities. Boasting whirlpool baths and sauna facilities on-site, the smoke-free inn offers an ideal location within 20 minutes' walk of Duck Island Pond.

Located in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, this Santa Cruz property is around a 10-minute ride from family-friendly attractions like the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster. The Best Western Inn is nearly 10 minutes' walk from Plymouth Street & Ocean Street bus stop and near First United Pentecostal Church of Santa Cruz. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Seabright State Sandy Beach, around a 10-minute ride from the perfect accommodation. For those travelling from afar, Mineta San Jose International airport is 46 minutes' drive away.

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