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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
21305 East Cliff Drive · Santa Cruz, United States
9.2
Excellent · 10 reviews
from US$ 446 / 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
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