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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Top areas and neighborhoods in Santa Cruz with hotels, apartments and BnBs for every budget

Santa Cruz: 26 property found
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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

Located a 10-minute drive from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Beach Haven Santa Cruz villa provides access to various tourist attractions in the vicinity.

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from US$ 413 / 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
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
21305 East Cliff Drive · Santa Cruz, United States
9.2
Excellent · 10 reviews
from US$ 446 / per night
21403 East Cliff Drive · Santa Cruz, United States
9.3
Excellent · 27 reviews

The beachfront Beach Lodge Santa Cruz is located a 17-minute walk from the Corcoran Lagoon and invites guests to enjoy a patio. Offering free private parking as well as Wi-Fi, this holiday home is situated in the Eastside Santa Cruz district.

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from US$ 340 / 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
553 37Th Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
9.7
Excellent · 3 reviews

Cottage At The Point - For 4 Santa Cruz offers easy access to such tourist spots as Opal Cliffs, located nearly a 5-minute walk away. Providing guests with Wi-Fi and parking, the accommodation is 4.9 km from the DeLaveaga Park.

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2231 Alice Street · Santa Cruz, United States
6.0
Acceptable · 1 review

The 2-bedroom Relaxing 3 Bedroom Santa Cruz House, 5Min To Beach villa is located 3.2 km from the Ocean View Park and invites guests to enjoy a terrace. Offering complimentary private parking as well as Wi-Fi, the holiday home is situated in the Eastside Santa Cruz district.

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from US$ 635 / per night
21724 East Cliff Drive #2 · Santa Cruz, United States
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