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Santa Cruz: 68 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
555 Highway 17 · Santa Cruz, United States
7.9
Average · 400 reviews

Located 4.3 km from such natural attractions as the Cowell Beach|Cowell Beach, the lovely The Inn At Pasatiempo Santa Cruz includes a restaurant. To keep fit, a golf club and a golf course provided for guests at the 3-star smoke-free hotel.

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from US$ 139 / 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
325 Pacific Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
7.3
Average · 1215 reviews

The 2-star smoke-free Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz, located around 900 metres from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, offers a swimming pool, Wi-Fi in public areas. Boasting relaxing retreat options, the Tea House Spa is not far from this Santa Cruz motel, which is situated within a few blocks of Point Park.

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from US$ 100 / 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
176 West Cliff Drive · Santa Cruz, United States
8.5
Good · 148 reviews

The 3-star smoke-free Seaway Inn Santa Cruz includes air-conditioned rooms just 1.1 km from the Museum of Art and History. This Santa Cruz motel is in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, within 20 minutes' walk of such natural sights as the Lighthouse Field State Beach.

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from US$ 99 / 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
2250 Mission Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.3
Good · 819 reviews

Featuring a vending machine and free newspapers, the 3-star Mission Inn Santa Cruz stands approximately a 5-minute walk from the New Leaf Community Markets. Boasting whale watching, the inn is located in proximity to the Neary Lagoon Park.

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from US$ 114 / per night
130 Plymouth Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.3
Good · 633 reviews

The 2-star smoke-free National 9 Motel Santa Cruz is situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district, 2.9 km from such family venues as the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster. This Santa Cruz hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, a car park on site and a swimming pool.

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from US$ 89 / 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
126 Plymouth Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.1
Average · 172 reviews

The 3-star smoke-free Best Western Inn Santa Cruz offers spacious rooms situated around 20 minutes' walk from Duck Island Pond. The perfect inn offers Wi-Fi in public areas as well as a 24-hour front desk and wake-up service.

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from US$ 144 / per night
1101 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
6.9
Acceptable · 106 reviews

Situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, nearly 15 minutes' walk from L H Selman Ltd Glass Gallery, the 2-star Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area boasts a sun terrace and a golf course. This Santa Cruz inn also includes a car park.

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from US$ 72 / 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
130 West Cliff Drive · Santa Cruz, United States
7.7
Average · 1016 reviews

Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz hotel, located a 13-minute walk from the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre", features high-speed Internet access in public areas. The hotel provides guests with guided snorkelling trips and horseback riding for a more entertaining stay.

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from US$ 108 / 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
516 Water Street · Santa Cruz, United States
6.8
Acceptable · 379 reviews

The comfortable 2-star Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz gives quick access to Shopper's Corner, situated only a 5-minute walk away. Located 2.8 km from the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, the smoke-free hotel offers views of the pool and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

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from US$ 179 / 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
2424 Mission Street · Santa Cruz, United States
7.9
Average · 227 reviews

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers 53 rooms a 25-minute walk from the Neary Lagoon Park. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a fitness club.

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from US$ 216 / per night
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
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