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

Santa Cruz: 51 property found
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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 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
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
407 Cliff Street · Santa Cruz, United States

The 2-star Cliff Crest Inn Santa Cruz is situated in the centre of Santa Cruz 2.7 km from such shopping venues as the East Cliff Village Shopping Center. To keep fit, a golf club provided for guests at the inn.

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from US$ 345 / 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
516 Water Street · Santa Cruz, United States
6.8
Acceptable · 379 reviews

The comfortable 2-star Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz gives quick access to Shopper's Corner, situated only a 5-minute walk away. Located 2.8 km from the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, the smoke-free hotel offers views of the pool and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

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from US$ 179 / 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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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
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
1101 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
6.9
Acceptable · 106 reviews

Situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, nearly 15 minutes' walk from L H Selman Ltd Glass Gallery, the 2-star Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area boasts a sun terrace and a golf course. This Santa Cruz inn also includes a car park.

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from US$ 72 / 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
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
1015 Ocean Street · Santa Cruz, United States
1.1
· 12 reviews
from US$ 132 / 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
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
416 Cliff Street · Santa Cruz, United States
10.0
Excellent · 1 review
332 Main Street · Santa Cruz, United States

Charming 5 Bd Victorian House By Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz villa offers proximity to such city sites as Nickelodeon, located only a 6-minute walk away.

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from US$ 1118 / per night
120 Sycamore St · Santa Cruz, United States

Staying at Sunlit Surf House 4Br Downtown Walk To Beach Santa Cruz villa, guests can visit Santa Cruz Public Libraries Downtown Branch, which is only 0.7 km away. Offering free private parking as well as Wi-Fi, the Santa Cruz holiday home is situated in the Cowell Beach district.

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116 Cedar Street · Santa Cruz, United States

6Bd Downtown House Walk To Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz villa offers quick access to such tourist spots as Nickelodeon, situated only 500 metres away.

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from US$ 1131 / per night
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