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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,344 reviews)
"Clean, easy walking to food and beach, friendly staff. "
United States
Krista
The price is ₩116,969
₩153,677 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!"
United States
Roxana
The price is ₩163,607
₩200,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Mission Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Location was amazing! Parking was easy even though at an incline."
United States
Beverly
The price is ₩109,505
₩142,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Beachview Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (918 reviews)
"10/10, will be booking here next time in Santa Cruz. "
United States
Lizeth
The price is ₩99,299
₩115,450 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"We love staying there easy walking distance and clean "
United States
Christine
The price is ₩85,850
₩118,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and the room was clean. Would stay there again."
United States
Conor
The price is ₩96,187
₩119,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359 reviews)
"Clean and close to Capitola and Santa Cruz. Would stay here again. "
United States
Dan
The price is ₩131,850
₩151,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (591 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is ₩87,617
₩108,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Capri Motel

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location! Nice, clean and updated room with a great view. Very friendly and welcoming staff. We were able to park there before check in and for a few hours after check out which was very helpful. "
United States
Veronica
The price is ₩229,369
₩263,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (82 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!"
United States
Romualdo
The price is ₩118,384
₩132,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Drift Inn

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,012 reviews)
"perfect for last minute stay"
United States
Lindsay
The price is ₩118,532
₩145,775 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Surf City Inn and Suites

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Such an amazing price for the location!!! Super close to boardwalk and downtown we didn’t even have to drive anywhere! "
United States
Myles
The price is ₩119,494
₩138,642 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Torch Lite Inn

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location right by the waterfront only stayed one night. Second time at the motel so we knew what to expect. Rooms were renovated nicely and owners are quite nice. "
Canada
Graham
The price is ₩112,465
₩130,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location near wharf. Within walking distance of many local sights of interest. "
United States
Janine
The price is ₩174,838
₩200,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms are always very clean and staff is very helpful. It's just a short walk to the beach which is a big plus. We have stayed there for the past 3 years, and it's always been great."
United States
Kathleen
The price is ₩226,409
₩260,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The location is amazing. Parking is easy and convenient. AC was nice and cold and the bed was really comfortable. Unbeatable price! "
Canada
Kris
The price is ₩131,702
₩151,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Aqua Breeze Inn

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (200 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Donovan
The price is ₩103,586
₩119,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
National 9 Santa Cruz

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The place was clean but definitely there are a lot of thing that needs to be fixed or replace. "
United States
yeimy
The price is ₩124,525
₩143,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (620 reviews)
"I would stay here again very clean n great for the price "
United States
Marbella
The price is ₩131,702
₩151,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Had to switch rooms Smelled terrible Was dirty! Woke up multiple times because it was so loud. Cops arrived to hotel because there was issues happening in the hotel Horrible experience would not recommend "
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ₩108,025
₩134,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Motel Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz Motels information

Number of reviews
16,528
Accommodation
24 Motels
Lowest Price
₩110,171
Highest Price
₩263,478

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Cruz?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Santa Cruz has to offer. Top sights include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Cruz?
Ocean Pacific Lodge: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Surf City Inn and Suites: A full-service spa, free WiFi, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and terrace. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Mission Inn: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free breakfast and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Beach Street Inn and Suites: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave.
How many motels should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
You can select from 23 economical motels in Santa Cruz.
What can I do in Santa Cruz?
In this walkable area, you can enjoy the entertainment choices and scenic seaside while you're sightseeing. Must-see local attractions include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Santa Cruz Main Beach, University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, and Seabright Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Some historical places you might want to see include Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Lighthouse Point Park, and Williams-Reynolds House.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Cruz?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What are my options for getting around Santa Cruz when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Cruz to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.