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Santa Cruz: 71 property found
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1505 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.7
Good · 205 reviews

Situated nearly a 20-minute stroll from Duck Island Pond, the 3-star Hampton Inn Santa Cruz includes 42 rooms for guests. Located 2.9 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the hotel features a safe deposit box.

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from US$ 219 / per night
611 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.9
Average · 514 reviews

Offering car rentals, along with a 24-hour front desk, late check-out, and wake-up service, the welcoming 4-star Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection Santa Cruz is around a 5-minute stroll from the Visit Santa Cruz County. Surrounded by mountains, the designer hotel is situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district, within a 2-km distance of the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.

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from US$ 192 / per night
338 Riverside Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
7.3
Average · 366 reviews

Offering various recreational opportunities and a golf course, Super 8 By Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach hotel is located 5 minutes' walk from the Beach Flats Community Garden in the Westside Santa Cruz district. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site.

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from US$ 75 / per night
301 Beach Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.5
Good · 888 reviews

Marea Sol Hotel Santa Cruz, located a 15-minute walk from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, features Wi-Fi in public areas. This hotel in the Cowell Beach district has an outdoor swimming pool, as well as private parking on site.

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from US$ 199 / per night
125 Beach Street · Santa Cruz, United States
9.0
Excellent · 1328 reviews

Featuring a lift and a vending machine, the 3-star Beach Street Inn And Suites Santa Cruz is nestled in Santa Cruz, 19 minutes' walk from the Museum of Art and History. Boasting a location within a few blocks of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this inn includes 22 rooms and a heated swimming pool.

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from US$ 279 / per night
1717 Soquel Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
8.5
Good · 420 reviews

Offering baggage storage, the 2-star Hitching Post Studios Inn Santa Cruz lies in the Eastside Santa Cruz district, about 25 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and only 1.4 km from Shadowbrook Shopping Center. The motel also provides Wi-Fi in public areas as well as 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up service.

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from US$ 75 / per night
330 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.1
Average · 736 reviews

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, The Aqua Pacific Hotel Santa Cruz is 3.8 km from Pasatiempo Golf Club. The hotel in the Westside Santa Cruz district has a heated swimming pool, as well as a car park on site.

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from US$ 114 / per night
407 Cliff Street · Santa Cruz, United States

The 2-star Cliff Crest Inn Santa Cruz is situated in the centre of Santa Cruz 2.7 km from such shopping venues as the East Cliff Village Shopping Center. To keep fit, a golf club provided for guests at the inn.

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from US$ 345 / per night
407 Broadway Ave · Santa Cruz, United States
8.7
Good · 712 reviews

Offering a central location 3.8 km from the scenic sloped Pogonip Park, the 3-star Hyatt Place Santa Cruz hotel includes a banquet hall for various purposes. This Santa Cruz hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, private parking on site and a heated swimming pool.

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from US$ 127 / per night
313 Riverside Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
8.1
Good · 445 reviews

Featuring 162 rooms, the 3-star smoke-free Courtyard By Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel is located near an entertainment district and nearly 5 minutes' walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Boasting a heated swimming pool and a fully equipped fitness room, this Santa Cruz hotel offers access to the Seabright State Beach, which is just 1.6 km away.

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from US$ 419 / per night
1025 Laurel St · Santa Cruz, United States

The 3-star The Babbling Brook Inn Santa Cruz can arrange whale watching for active guests, while lying nearly 25 minutes on foot from the University of California at Santa Cruz. Boasting relaxing retreat options, the Tea House Spa is a short way from this Santa Cruz inn, which is situated in the vicinity of Monterey Bay.

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from US$ 209 / per night
101 Main Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.2
Good · 1959 reviews

Located 2.7 km from the Sunny Cove and about 5 minutes' walk from Swimming Dolphins, the lovely Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz offers a banquet hall suited for a range of needs. With views of Santa Cruz Wharf, this 4-star smoke-free inn also includes Wi-Fi in public areas.

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from US$ 125 / per night
1410 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.3
Good · 591 reviews

The 3-star Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz By Ihg is located 19 minutes' walk from the Pacific Garden Mall and offers 24-hour front desk assistance, wake-up service, and express check-out. The hotel also offers high-speed Internet access in public areas, as well as a vending machine and a lift.

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from US$ 100 / per night
110 Riverside Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
8.5
Good · 1761 reviews

Located 2.6 km from Shadowbrook Shopping Center, the 2-star Carousel Beach Inn Santa Cruz offers a lift and a vending machine. The motel lies in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, in proximity to such cultural sights as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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from US$ 109 / per night
204 Second Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.6
Average · 937 reviews

Situated approximately 5 minutes' walk from San Lorenzo River, the unpretentious Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz offers rooms with views of the ocean. The 2-star hotel features 24-hour reception and wake-up service alongside with Wi-Fi in public areas.

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from US$ 149 / per night
611 Third Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.3
Good · 782 reviews

The 4-star smoke-free Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers quick access to the Beach Flats Community Garden, situated nearly a 5-minute walk away. Boasting a location 500 m from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the comfortable inn features 16 rooms as well as a lobby area.

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from US$ 79 / per night
110 Plymouth St. · Santa Cruz, United States
7.9
Average · 730 reviews

Located about a 25-minute stroll from the Seabright State Beach, the 2-star Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North features Wi-Fi throughout the property and parking on site. Boasting the opportunity to go on a picnic by Branciforte Creek 2, which runs only 1.2 km away, this Santa Cruz inn offers to relax in an outdoor heated swimming pool.

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from US$ 94 / per night
311 2Nd Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.2
Average · 411 reviews

Offering a storage for belongings, the 2-star Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling Santa Cruz lies in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, a mere 7 minutes' walk from the Beach Flats Community Garden and only 1.3 km from Pacific Avenue. The inn features Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site.

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from US$ 59 / per night
201 West Cliff Drive · Santa Cruz, United States
8.9
Good · 262 reviews

Situated within 5 minutes' walk of the 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz, guests can reach Fluke in no time. This Santa Cruz hotel also includes a car park.

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from US$ 354 / per night
321 Main St · Santa Cruz, United States
9.0
Excellent · 157 reviews

Situated a mere 0.8 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz hostel offers guests to relax on a sun terrace. This Santa Cruz hostel lies in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, and the nearest bus stop, Broadway & Riverside Avenue, is just 5 minutes' walk away.

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from US$ 40 / per night
215 Beach Street · Santa Cruz, United States
9.2
Excellent · 119 reviews

The 5-star La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz, located nearly 25 minutes' walk from the Blacks Beach, offers an outdoor swimming pool and Wi-Fi throughout the property. This Santa Cruz hotel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district, approximately 2 km from such natural sights as the Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.

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from US$ 484 / per night
321 Riverside Ave · Santa Cruz, United States

The 2-star Super 8 Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk West hotel is located in the Cowell Beach district of Santa Cruz, approximately a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River and offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Parking is available on site at the hotel.

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from US$ 70 / per night
500 Riverside Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
7.6
Average · 1193 reviews

The 2-star Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, around a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River and offers a seasonal outdoor pool. The motel features Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site.

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from US$ 81 / per night
301 Pacific Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
8.3
Good · 1000 reviews

Offering a storage for belongings and a lobby area, Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz hotel lies in the Westside Santa Cruz district, 3 km from the UCSC Arboretum and 850 metres from such cultural places of interest as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. The motel also offers high-speed Internet access in public areas, as well as a vending machine and a lift.

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from US$ 109 / per night
525 Second Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.2
Good · 249 reviews

Edgewater Beach Inn Santa Cruz, located a mere 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and about 2 km from L H Selman Ltd Glass Gallery, features a swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. This inn also provides Wi-Fi available throughout the property.

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from US$ 309 / per night
174 W Cliff Dr · Santa Cruz, United States
8.8
Good · 239 reviews

Offering a location a 5-minute walk from Fluke, West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Santa Cruz offers 10 rooms. Staying here you can use high-speed Internet access in public areas and parking on site.

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from US$ 299 / per night
235 Linden Street · Santa Cruz, United States
9.3
Excellent · 49 reviews

The 1-bedroom The Midtown Cottage- W/ Private Entrance And Views Santa Cruz is located about a 25-minute walk from the Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and welcomes its guests to enjoy windsurfing, hiking, and cycling. Situated in the Eastside Santa Cruz district, this 1-bathroom villa features a patio overlooking the city.

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from US$ 162 / per night
263 Harbor Beach Court · Santa Cruz, United States
10.0
Excellent · 7 reviews

During the stay at Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise With New Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi, guests can indulge in snorkelling, horse riding, and racquetball or visit the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, located 2.7 km away. Featuring a Jacuzzi, the 3-bedroom villa is 10 minutes' drive from the Harvey West Park.

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from US$ 833 / per night
121 Younger Way · Santa Cruz, United States
8.6
Good · 9 reviews

The 1-bedroom Beach Hill Bungalow Santa Cruz is located nearly a 10-minute walk from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster and welcomes its guests to enjoy windsurfing, hiking, and fishing.

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from US$ 426 / per night
407 Cliff Street · Santa Cruz, United States
5.0
· 1 review

The 2-star Cliff Crest Bed And Breakfast Inn Santa Cruz lies in the Cowell Beach district, within reach of entertainment venues like Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, merely 1.6 km away. Additionally, guests can enjoy a golf club provided at this Santa Cruz bed & breakfast.

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330 Ocean St · Santa Cruz, United States

Pacific Inn Santa Cruz is about a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River and features a swimming pool for a more relaxing stay. Staying here you can use high-speed Internet access in the rooms and a car park on site.

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from US$ 209 / per night
607 3Rd Street - Santa Cruz · Santa Cruz, United States
7.3
Average · 65 reviews

Nestled in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, River View Villa Santa Cruz hotel is 25 minutes' walk from L H Selman Ltd Glass Gallery. This guest house entices guests with parking, available on site.

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from US$ 152 / per night
1015 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States

Situated just 1.8 km from Pacific Avenue, the 2-star pet-friendly Ocean Lodge - Santa Cruz hotel features Wi-Fi throughout the property, and a car park on site. The smoke-free motel is centrally located in the very heart of Santa Cruz, just near the Kiva Retreat House.

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from US$ 94 / per night
1015 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
1.1
· 12 reviews
from US$ 132 / per night
94 Caledonia Street · Santa Cruz, United States
10.0
Excellent · 1 review

Seabright Breeze Apartment Santa Cruz is located in a beach area of Santa Cruz merely an 8-minute walk from the NHS Skateboard Museum. Featuring a patio with views of the city, this spacious 79 m² apartment is in the vicinity of the Ocean View Park.

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from US$ 430 / per night
132 Cowell St · Santa Cruz, United States
8.3
Good · 3 reviews

Cowell'S Beach Retreat - Steps To Beach, Restaurants, Wharf, Boardwalk, Shops, Fast Wifi, Surf-In Surf-Out Santa Cruz villa is located only 1.9 km from the Museum of Art and History and invites guests to enjoy a patio.

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from US$ 482 / per night
416 Cliff Street · Santa Cruz, United States
10.0
Excellent · 1 review
332 Main Street · Santa Cruz, United States

Charming 5 Bd Victorian House By Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz villa offers proximity to such city sites as Nickelodeon, located only a 6-minute walk away.

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from US$ 1118 / per night
120 Sycamore St · Santa Cruz, United States

Staying at Sunlit Surf House 4Br Downtown Walk To Beach Santa Cruz villa, guests can visit Santa Cruz Public Libraries Downtown Branch, which is only 0.7 km away. Offering free private parking as well as Wi-Fi, the Santa Cruz holiday home is situated in the Cowell Beach district.

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116 Cedar Street · Santa Cruz, United States

6Bd Downtown House Walk To Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz villa offers quick access to such tourist spots as Nickelodeon, situated only 500 metres away.

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from US$ 1131 / per night
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