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Our top choices for Westside Santa Cruz hotels

1. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,499 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
United States
Lawrence
The price is ₩126,567
₩163,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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, (1,358 reviews)
"Good clean hotel, very good location with very friendly stuff"
United States
Igor
The price is ₩252,352
₩289,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,327 reviews)
"Love this hotel! Beautiful accommodations, warm, friendly staff, awesome pool, very family friendly!"
United States
Brenda
The price is ₩240,065
₩275,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,320 reviews)
"love staying here"
United States
Cecelia
The price is ₩157,582
₩181,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

5. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, super nice staff."
United States
daphanie
The price is ₩146,574
₩171,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Carousel Beach Inn

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"We really enjoyed the pool, free breakfast, clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
Susana
The price is ₩203,132
₩233,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

7. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (941 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Verycharming place, enjoyed our stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is ₩169,040
₩200,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Pacific Blue Inn

8. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Santa Cruz is a gem, so love to stay there. Mission Inn was a great base to operate from."
United States
Jerry
The price is ₩183,898
₩222,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Mission Inn

9. 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, (1,243 reviews)
"Very clean hotel - nice staff. Breakfast was great!"
United States
Kristina
The price is ₩184,665
₩213,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jay
The price is ₩108,668
₩140,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Beachview Inn

11. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,113 reviews)
"Had a great experience, room was clean and had all the basic amenities. Staff was super nice."
United States
Sean
The price is ₩113,510
₩154,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Seaside Inn & Suites

12. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,168 reviews)
"Enjoyed the hot tub and the proximity to the Boardwalk!"
United States
Heather
The price is ₩102,159
₩126,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Surf City Inn and Suites

13. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, plenty of parking"
United States
Gordon
The price is ₩109,308
₩126,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

14. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (138 reviews)
"Great rooms and very close to the boardwalk!!"
United States
Falisha
The price is ₩108,668
₩121,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Drift Inn

15. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,041 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Annette
The price is ₩420,611
₩477,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

16. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Complimentary sodas and beautiful ambience is awesome! And very close to the beach boardwalk, a perfect spot!"
United States
Charlene
The price is ₩143,840
₩204,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Rio Vista Suites

17. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was clean and well maintained. The breakfast was delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
Sang
The price is ₩169,028
₩193,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Best Western Inn

18. Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Was a great hotel for the price"
United States
oscar
The price is ₩130,914
₩180,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hotel Solares

19. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (277 reviews)
"Convenient and clean - rooms were large, and beds were comfortable."
United States
Cristina
The price is ₩248,019
₩284,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Seaway Inn

20. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Location is great"
United States
Brian
The price is ₩89,803
₩122,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels in Westside Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
429 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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Business center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,358 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
277 reviews
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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 Ocean Pacific Lodge.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Westside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 191 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 Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House, 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.