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Santa Cruz: 32 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
2956 Mission Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.6
Good · 204 reviews

Offering a storage for belongings and a shopping area, the 3-star Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz lies in a shopping neighbourhood, approximately a 25-minute walk from the University of California at Santa Cruz and 3.2 km from such cultural places of interest as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Featuring a scenic location, this Santa Cruz hotel includes a swimming pool and a fitness studio, plus guests can visit the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach, which is about 3 km away.

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from US$ 216 / 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
One Chaminade Lane · Santa Cruz, United States
7.8
Average · 232 reviews

Situated 4.3 km from the Blacks Beach and around 10 minutes' drive from the Ocean View Park, the 4-star smoke-free Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz features a banquet hall for various purposes. Guests can relax in a heated pool or enjoy a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna offered by the comfortable resort, conveniently nestled near a motorway.

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from US$ 199 / 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
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
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
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
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
5715 Empire Grade · Santa Cruz, United States
8.8
Good · 8 reviews

Nestled 4.3 km from the friendly Roaring Camp Park, the 1-bedroom Tranquil Mountain Retreat In Santa Cruz Villa entices guests to explore various tourist destinations nearby.

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from US$ 453 / per night
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