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Santa Cruz: 53 property found
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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
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
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

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
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
21305 East Cliff Drive · Santa Cruz, United States
9.2
Excellent · 10 reviews
from US$ 446 / 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
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
416 Cliff Street · Santa Cruz, United States
10.0
Excellent · 1 review
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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