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Our top choices for Westside Santa Cruz hotels

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

1. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,539 reviews)
"Helpful staff, pet friendly areas, convenient location in nice area."
United States
Joyce
The price is ₩119,885
₩155,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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, (1,354 reviews)
"Just a block from the beach, perfect for waking."
United States
Antionette
The price is ₩170,408
₩196,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

3. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (77 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff were really nice and helpful."
United States
Crystal
The price is ₩111,566
₩131,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Carousel Beach Inn
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Amazing property and fantastic helpful staff"
United States
Terry
The price is ₩148,758
₩181,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Mission Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

5. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,332 reviews)
"nice hotel and staff, excellent location,"
United States
Bertha
The price is ₩127,392
₩147,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, room was clean. Property was clean and quiet."
United States
Joe
The price is ₩178,952
₩206,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

7. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,049 reviews)
"Beautiful views, close to shops, restaurants, amusement park, easily walkable, pool and on the beach."
United States
Henry
The price is ₩362,075
₩411,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

8. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (945 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Verycharming place, enjoyed our stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is ₩133,268
₩158,764 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Pacific Blue Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

9. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, rooms are great as well"
United States
Javier
The price is ₩83,556
₩111,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Beachview Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

10. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,345 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is ₩216,626
₩248,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

11. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay! You can walk to the beach, they have treats they hand out at the check in office and the pool is nice and warm. Everyone was very friendly."
United States
Julie
The price is ₩178,952
₩206,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Beach Street Inn and Suites
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

12. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,621 reviews)
"The location was ideal for visiting the boardwalk. The staff were very helpful and had great recommendations for great food."
United States
Katharine
The price is ₩147,604
₩171,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Marea Sol Hotel
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

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, (1,003 reviews)
"The aRiverside Inn was a nice place to stay. If I’m ever in Santa Cruz again, I’ll try to stay there."
United States
Denny
The price is ₩91,494
₩106,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
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
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (982 reviews)
"Property very nice"
United States
Salvador
The price is ₩72,146
₩104,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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, (1,003 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
United States
Natalya
The price is ₩182,429
₩210,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
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
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,210 reviews)
"Enjoyed the hot tub and the proximity to the Boardwalk!"
United States
Heather
The price is ₩92,638
₩115,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Surf City Inn and Suites
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

17. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,120 reviews)
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
United States
Justin
The price is ₩69,630
₩103,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Seaside Inn & 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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"Great location and rooms were very nice. Staff was excellent, we will be back!"
United States
Mina
The price is ₩168,402
₩194,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Seaway Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

19. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"The room had an awesome view of the Boardwalk!"
United States
Rosa
The price is ₩122,548
₩141,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Aqua Breeze Inn
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

20. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (477 reviews)
"We loved every minute of our stay!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ₩362,277
₩481,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
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Compare popular hotels in Westside Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
View
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
77 reviews
View
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
9.4
Exceptional
1,049 reviews
View
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
9.2
Wonderful
1,354 reviews
View
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,621 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.
Photo by Alex Sam
Open Photo by Alex Sam

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 Santa Cruz Main Beach 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.

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.

Top Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"Loved it hotel was clean smell really good loved the room how clean the pool was amazing staff was nice and helpful can’t waite to stay there again"
Luis 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Solares

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 Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz and Seaside Inn & Suites.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Westside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 190 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.