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Our top choices for Westside Santa Cruz hotels

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

1. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,041 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is ₩286,939
₩327,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,359 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is ₩158,744
₩183,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (590 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is ₩325,651
₩440,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,179 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Ruth
The price is ₩151,940
₩176,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

5. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is ₩178,753
₩206,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

6. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,360 reviews)
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
United States
cindy
The price is ₩164,080
₩189,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

7. 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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,297 reviews)
"Would stay again. Amazing staff."
United States
Sarika
The price is ₩166,748
₩192,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

8. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,349 reviews)
"Easy check in, friendly staff and the room was clean"
United States
Nikki
The price is ₩119,044
₩137,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,641 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ₩142,869
₩165,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Marea Sol Hotel
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

10. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (196 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is ₩110,611
₩130,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Carousel Beach Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,553 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 ₩98,776
₩130,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

12. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (722 reviews)
"We stayed here for one night, the staff that we interacted with was very nice and helpful. Breakfast was delicious and hot. Room was spacious and clean, the only thing I would complain about is the shower. The shower was a bit dirty and stained, especially the shower floor and other areas within the shower."
United States
Adrian
The price is ₩131,264
₩152,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and a building with a red roof.

13. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,286 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is ₩116,723
₩188,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Casablanca On The Beach
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

14. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (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 ₩206,314
₩236,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is ₩151,940
₩176,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

16. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (325 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is ₩160,878
₩186,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Seaway Inn
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

17. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is ₩122,273
₩152,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Mission Inn
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.

18. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (686 reviews)
"Clean rooms breakfast was very good."
United States
Arturo
The price is ₩152,047
₩176,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

19. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"Very convenient to the boardwalk and downtown."
United States
Marlene
The price is ₩114,295
₩132,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Edgewater Beach Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

20. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"The receptionist was so nice good service and good hotel"
United States
Dramane
The price is ₩82,840
₩110,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Beachview Inn
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Compare top hotels in Westside Santa Cruz

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
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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 star property
Westside 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
Westside Santa Cruz
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Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
View
9.4
Exceptional
1,041 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,359 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
590 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,179 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
The price is ₩286,939
₩327,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The price is ₩158,744
₩183,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The price is ₩325,651
₩440,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The price is ₩151,940
₩176,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is ₩178,753
₩206,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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Where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

Find the best Westside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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 clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

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 Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The room was very clean, the staff was very kind and accommodating, and the west facing balcony was awesome! We were happily surprised with the Carousel Inn!"
Gregorio 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Carousel Beach Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Westside Santa Cruz like?
Westside Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighborhood known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. Experience the best of Westside Santa Cruz with a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay during your trip.
Where is the best place to stay in Westside Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveler data, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Westside Santa Cruz. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Seaside Inn & Suites.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Westside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 194 hotels and other accommodations in Westside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Westside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Westside Santa Cruz.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Westside Santa Cruz?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Westside Santa Cruz, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this Santa Cruz neighborhood?
Explore Westside Santa Cruz's landmarks like Williams-Reynolds House, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and learn about the local history. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Neary Lagoon Park, Pacific Avenue, and Pacific Garden Mall are just a few of the places to visit in and around Westside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing and Mission Santa Cruz are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.