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1. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (959 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 ₩144,217
₩171,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Pacific Blue Inn
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

2. 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, (1,177 reviews)
"Great hotel close to boardwalk"
United States
jessika
The price is ₩156,323
₩180,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

3. 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, (1,356 reviews)
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
United States
cindy
The price is ₩168,032
₩194,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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 ₩260,781
₩298,140 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 ₩150,832
₩174,783 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, (1,356 reviews)
"Great location, very clean property and friendly staff"
United States
Frank
The price is ₩157,448
₩182,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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, (1,559 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is ₩97,969
₩130,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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, (577 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is ₩427,490
₩553,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, a sofa, and a dining area with a lamp.

9. 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
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"This hotel is very convenient to the Beach/Boardwalk and the pier."
United States
Nadine
The price is ₩145,077
₩167,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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, (1,357 reviews)
"Would definitely stay there again"
United States
Alan
The price is ₩123,841
₩143,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

11. 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, (1,640 reviews)
"i liked how clean the whole property and rooms were"
United States
Sofia
The price is ₩153,611
₩177,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Marea Sol Hotel
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

12. 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, (1,261 reviews)
"Incredible stay. Friendly staff and great rate"
United States
Amra
The price is ₩91,094
₩113,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Surf City Inn and Suites
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

13. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"It is a great place to stay, economic, auster but confortable, clean and convenient due to its location, walking distance to the core of Santa Cruz beach and main places in town."
United States
Herman
The price is ₩75,681
₩107,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

14. 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, (1,294 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful during the sign in process. The breakfast was amazing."
United States
Maria
The price is ₩166,709
₩192,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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, (1,291 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is ₩115,770
₩187,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Casablanca On The Beach
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

16. 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 ₩232,879
₩266,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great spot and an excellent value"
United States
Paul
The price is ₩170,679
₩195,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Inn At Pasatiempo
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

18. 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 ₩144,257
₩186,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Rio Vista Suites
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

19. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (317 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is ₩159,565
₩184,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Seaway Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

20. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is ₩121,274
₩150,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Mission Inn
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Compare top hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
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A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
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An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
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A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
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Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
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9.0
Wonderful
959 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,177 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,356 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,042 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
The price is ₩144,217
₩171,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The price is ₩156,323
₩180,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The price is ₩168,032
₩194,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is ₩260,781
₩298,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The price is ₩150,832
₩174,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
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  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

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
A natural rock arch formation on a beach with waves crashing below.

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.

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

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

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Super clean!!! Love it"
Alexandra 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

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?
To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown Santa Cruz, click here.
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.