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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Carousel Beach Inn	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 29 reviews	View
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 415 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,345 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,044 reviews	View

Where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

Find the best Westside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A lighthouse at sunset, rocky shoreline, calm water, and a clear sky.

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.

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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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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 Santa Cruz Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A beach with people playing and walking.

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.

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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.

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Top Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed solo 6 nights to visit friends nearby so very convenient. The staff could not have been friendlier and made the stay very comfortable. The Solaire food was most excellent. The staff get an A++ and are a real asset. The carts by housekeeping make alot of noise on the concrete walkways making napping impossible during the day. Avoid a room by the stair as people run up and down and noise radiates through the walls. The rooms were very quiet for the most part as they are soundproofed. That is kind of rare. The pool area looked very inviting but for the fact there were alot of families on vacation. The public spaces were inviting to use and tastefully decorated in various themes. I didn't learn the building history but Marriot did a great job converting an old hotel into something more resort-like."

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good

"Don’t expect anything beyond great location. It states breakfast is included on hotels.com, but that is not included. Lots of stairs, so if needing accommodations contact them beforehand. The walls are paper thin, so we tried to be as mindful and considerate as possible. We loved our stay but based on other reviews our expectations were that of a bare bones Airbnb and not a hotel, and that was pretty spot on. If you set your expectations low, you will love your stay here."

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 Seaside Inn & Suites and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Westside Santa Cruz area?

Expedia has 192 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 Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Lighthouse Point Park, and Williams-Reynolds House 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.

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Our top choices for Westside Santa Cruz hotels

1. Ocean Pacific Lodge

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

4. Beachview Inn

5. Carousel Beach Inn

6. Seaside Inn & Suites

7. Mission Inn

8. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

9. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10. Pacific Blue Inn

11. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

12. Surf City Inn and Suites

13. Marea Sol Hotel

14. Drift Inn

15. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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

17. Hotel Solares

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

19. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

20. Seaway Inn

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Where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz

Pleasure Point

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Upper Seabright

Downtown Santa Cruz

Top Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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