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Santa Cruz: 53 property found
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500 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.5
Average · 309 reviews

Providing 80 rooms, the 3-star smoke-free Best Western Plus All Suites Inn Santa Cruz is nestled approximately a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River. The unique hotel is 2.2 km from the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach" and provides guests with an outdoor hot tub, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

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from US$ 134 / per night
414 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.4
Average · 542 reviews

Situated within 20 minutes' walk of L H Selman Ltd Glass Gallery, the comfortable Continental Inn Santa Cruz features Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site. The 2-star smoke-free hotel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district, 3.8 km from such natural sights as the UCSC Arboretum.

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from US$ 126 / per night
550 2Nd Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.7
Good · 1228 reviews

Situated around a 25-minute walk from the Mission Santa Cruz, the smoke-free La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz offers a business centre with a range of business amenities. Offering views of the sea, this 2-star hotel is a short way from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and boasts a heated swimming pool.

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from US$ 255 / per night
600 Riverside Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
7.0
Average · 1498 reviews

Located within 20 minutes' walk of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the 2-star smoke-free Hotel Solares Santa Cruz offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and parking. This Santa Cruz hotel offers 144 rooms in a prime touristic area of the city 2.9 km from the Sunny Cove, where guests can get a retreat experience.

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from US$ 151 / per night
111 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.9
Average · 230 reviews

Situated approximately 5 minutes' walk from San Lorenzo River, the 2-star Ocean Gate Inn Santa Cruz offers rooms with views of the river. The hotel also offers a vending machine and a lift and parking on site.

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from US$ 126 / per night
525 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.8
Average · 1121 reviews

Just a 14-minute walk from San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center, the 2-star Seaside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz includes 6 rooms. At the hotel, guests will find a golf club to stay active.

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from US$ 140 / per night
619 Riverside Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
7.0
Average · 1625 reviews

The 2-star smoke-free Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is merely 1.9 km from the Neary Lagoon Park and features spa therapy, a picnic area, and a golf course. Boasting an indoor swimming pool, this Santa Cruz motel is nestled around a 10-minute ride from natural attractions like the Mitchell's Cove Beach|Mitchell's Cove Beach.

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from US$ 77 / per night
636 Pacific Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
8.6
Good · 332 reviews

The 4-star eco-friendly Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz is approximately 700 metres from the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" and boasts a sundeck and a golf course. Located a few moments from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier as well as Laurel Park, the hotel includes ping pong, billiards, and darts.

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from US$ 159 / per night
505 Riverside Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
7.7
Average · 519 reviews

Located around a 5-minute walk from the Beach Flats Community Garden, the 2-star Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz gives quick access to various city sites. The inn features Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site.

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from US$ 72 / per night
50 Front Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.8
Average · 417 reviews

The smoke-free Beachview Inn Santa Cruz, located in the Cowell Beach district of Santa Cruz, around 25 minutes' walk from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach, features views of the ocean. This 2-star motel provides guests with Wi-Fi in public areas.

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from US$ 60 / per night
525 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States

Situated about 10 minutes' walk from Duck Island Pond, the 2-star Oceana Inn Santa Cruz also offers a seasonal outdoor pool. The motel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and a car park on site.

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from US$ 59 / per night
337 Riverside Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
6.1
Acceptable · 310 reviews

The 2-star Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers 8 air-conditioned rooms about a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River. There is a car park on site and Wi-Fi in public areas.

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from US$ 68 / per night
525 Second Street · Santa Cruz, United States

Edgewater Beach Inn & Suites Santa Cruz has 17 rooms and is located about a 25-minute walk from the Mission Santa Cruz. Guests travelling by car can also use a private parking lot on site.

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from US$ 209 / per night
510 Leibrandt Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
7.9
Average · 364 reviews

Featuring a swimming pool, Salt Air Lodge Santa Cruz hotel is located in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, around a 15-minute walk from the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Highlights at this 2-star motel include Wi-Fi throughout the property.

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from US$ 192 / per night
314 Riverside Ave · Santa Cruz, United States
7.4
Average · 477 reviews

Situated approximately 10 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Main Beach, the 2-star Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz offers 23 rooms. This Santa Cruz hotel is in the Westside Santa Cruz district, 3.8 km from such natural sights as the scenic sloped Pogonip Park.

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from US$ 233 / per night
522 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.3
Good · 275 reviews

Situated about a 5-minute walk from San Lorenzo River, the 2-star Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca includes 6 rooms. The motel features a swimming pool and high-speed Internet access in public areas.

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from US$ 72 / per night
645 7Th Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
8.8
Good · 36 reviews

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the 2-star Harbor Inn Santa Cruz is about a 25-minute walk from Brommer Park. This quaint hotel offers parking on site.

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from US$ 119 / per night
175 West Cliff Drive · Santa Cruz, United States
8.8
Good · 739 reviews

Offering a hot tub, a patio, and a shared lounge, the 4-star Dream Inn Santa Cruz is situated in Santa Cruz, 17 minutes' walk from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach. Located 2.4 km from the Ocean View Park, the hotel features 165 rooms with views of the patio.

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from US$ 544 / per night
110 San Lorenzo Boulevard · Santa Cruz, United States
7.9
Average · 772 reviews

Located within 5 minutes' walk of San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center, the 2-star budget Drift Inn, Llc Santa Cruz gives easy access to various tourist attractions. This Santa Cruz hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas as well as 24-hour reception and wake-up service.

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from US$ 65 / per night
21305 East Cliff Drive, Ca 95062, Santa Cruz, Us · Santa Cruz, United States

The 3-star Bella Notte Inn Santa Cruz provides proximity to the Giant Dipper|the Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, which is located nearly a 25-minute walk away. This Santa Cruz hotel features safety facilities including a safe deposit box.

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from US$ 244 / 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
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
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