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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,386 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay for my girls lacrosse team’s yearly overnighter!"
United States
Sergio
The price is ₩117,064
₩153,802 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (203 reviews)
"Rooms were spacious and clean. The close proximity to the beach made for a very relaxing place to spend a couple of days. I would stay there again."
United States
Linda
The price is ₩182,830
₩219,389 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Seaway Inn

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Really like the historic hotel "
United States
Ed
The price is ₩137,393
₩158,380 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"The stay was nice "
United States
Michelle
The price is ₩172,891
₩259,623 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (504 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is ₩168,595
₩211,255 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Fern River Resort

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.4 km from Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is ₩151,993
₩174,470 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Bella Notte

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location. I’d stay here again!"
United States
anika
The price is ₩133,958
₩166,593 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Mission Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.6 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (989 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay! Love this place, location, staff, breakfast, and their passion to tend to butterflies. We can’t wait to go back!"
United States
Adeline
The price is ₩279,009
₩317,241 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Monarch Cove Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (917 reviews)
"Perfect location. Staff was really friendly."
United States
Rosa
The price is ₩141,032
₩168,084 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Pacific Blue Inn

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.9 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (573 reviews)
"The owners of this property are so friendly and kind! If you like nautical decor like we do, you will absolutely love it here! Don't hesitate to book!"
United States
Cheryl
The price is ₩202,152
₩225,862 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (372 reviews)
"Older yet well taken care of facilities, very comfortable"
United States
James
The price is ₩117,064
₩135,350 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,526 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel in a great location!!!"
United States
John
The price is ₩169,677
₩196,437 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Marea Sol Hotel

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel "
United States
suhani
The price is ₩188,530
₩216,269 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Inn At Pasatiempo

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable room!"
United States
Amelia
The price is ₩109,610
₩142,128 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Beachview Inn

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,221 reviews)
"Perfect location and staff was super helpful."
United States
Veneice
The price is ₩155,072
₩228,851 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Casablanca On The Beach

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,042 reviews)
"very friendly staff, nice location, easy parking"
United States
Sunyoung
The price is ₩92,073
₩131,913 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Seaside Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.6 km from Downtown
7.0 out of 10, Good, (639 reviews)
"There are no frills but a clean comfortable room with a helpful staff. The hoyel is close to everything and quiet."
United States
Julie
The price is ₩156,523
₩181,517 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Comfort Inn Watsonville

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
2.5 star property
28.4 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (757 reviews)
"This is definitely a cozy and conveniently located hotel. But don’t plan on having privacy or peace. The walls are so thin, you hear EVERYTHING in adjacent rooms."
United States
Richard
The price is ₩152,358
₩170,933 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 reviews)
"Great place to stay while I worked in the area. "
United States
Trevor
The price is ₩161,186
₩194,040 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7.5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,300 reviews)
The price is ₩178,562
₩204,617 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

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.

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 Downtown like?
Travelers to the Downtown neighborhood in Santa Cruz will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House as part of your Downtown travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown?
For your stay in Downtown, Ocean Pacific Lodge is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Downtown.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown?
For additional details about updating your trip to Downtown or cancelling it, click here.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown are Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House. When you're sightseeing in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pacific Garden Mall are also worth a stop.