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Santa Cruz: 66 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
301 Pacific Avenue · Santa Cruz, United States
8.3
Good · 1000 reviews

Offering a storage for belongings and a lobby area, Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz hotel lies in the Westside Santa Cruz district, 3 km from the UCSC Arboretum and 850 metres from such cultural places of interest as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. The motel also offers high-speed Internet access in public areas, as well as a vending machine and a lift.

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from US$ 109 / 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
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
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
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
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
1410 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
8.3
Good · 591 reviews

The 3-star Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz By Ihg is located 19 minutes' walk from the Pacific Garden Mall and offers 24-hour front desk assistance, wake-up service, and express check-out. The hotel also offers high-speed Internet access in public areas, as well as a vending machine and a lift.

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from US$ 100 / 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
1025 Laurel St · Santa Cruz, United States

The 3-star The Babbling Brook Inn Santa Cruz can arrange whale watching for active guests, while lying nearly 25 minutes on foot from the University of California at Santa Cruz. Boasting relaxing retreat options, the Tea House Spa is a short way from this Santa Cruz inn, which is situated in the vicinity of Monterey Bay.

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from US$ 209 / 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
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