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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Cruz hotels

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1. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (955 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is ₩119,496
₩142,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Pacific Blue Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

2. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,355 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is ₩177,012
₩204,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,182 reviews)
"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."
United States
Leslie
The price is ₩164,138
₩189,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,042 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is ₩264,636
₩302,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

5. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is ₩159,775
₩184,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,354 reviews)
"Great location, very clean property and friendly staff"
United States
Frank
The price is ₩170,047
₩256,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,558 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is ₩99,418
₩132,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

8. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (566 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is ₩421,727
₩548,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,639 reviews)
"I was very pleased with my stay it was very clean and it’s at a great location"
United States
Sherlyn
The price is ₩155,690
₩180,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Marea Sol Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

10. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,347 reviews)
"Would definitely stay there again"
United States
Alan
The price is ₩125,672
₩145,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,286 reviews)
"great location and clean room ! would visit again"
United States
Jacob
The price is ₩169,174
₩195,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a landscaped entrance with plants and a wheelchair-accessible sign.

12. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"This hotel is very convenient to the Beach/Boardwalk and the pier."
United States
Nadine
The price is ₩147,041
₩169,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

13. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is ₩234,976
₩268,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

14. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
The price is ₩86,146
₩119,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

15. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,283 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!!"
United States
Johnnie
The price is ₩117,482
₩189,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Casablanca On The Beach
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.

16. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,252 reviews)
"Incredible stay. Friendly staff and great rate"
United States
Amra
The price is ₩92,328
₩114,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Surf City Inn and Suites
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

17. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Fun funky place would ask for attic room if you go and don’t mind stairs."
United States
Shawna
The price is ₩146,209
₩189,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Rio Vista Suites
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

18. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (308 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is ₩180,049
₩207,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Seaway Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

19. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good and affordable hotel"
United States
Aleksandr
The price is ₩90,518
₩118,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Beachview Inn
A poolside area with seating, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

20. Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"I would recommend this stay"
United States
Sanmatie
The price is ₩100,438
₩143,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hotel Solares
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz

Find the best Downtown Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Santa Cruz
Learn more about Downtown Santa Cruz
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Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

A white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and people.
Photo by Ian Durant
Open Photo by Ian Durant

Eastside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

Pleasure Point

World-renowned surf spot with a strong surf culture, Pleasure Point offers picturesque ocean views along East Cliff Drive and a walkable path with separate bike lanes. Enjoy amenities at Pleasure Point Park and nearby 41st Ave commercial district.

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Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A beach with people playing and walking.
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Santa Cruz like?
Downtown Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants and biking. Are you looking for Downtown Santa Cruz travel tips? Be sure to check out Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveler data, Pacific Blue Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Santa Cruz. This guesthouse is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers in-room fireplaces and free WiFi.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Santa Cruz.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Santa Cruz?
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What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighborhood?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Downtown Santa Cruz, consider Pacific Garden Mall or Pacific Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Williams-Reynolds House, and Town Clock. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mission Santa Cruz are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.