The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum in Santa Cruz for 2026

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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

paola

₩355,888

₩475,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Jiexin

₩340,869

₩388,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

3. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Erin

₩124,428

₩154,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Frank

₩177,710

₩205,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

5. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Roxanna

₩194,566

₩224,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

6. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Maggie

₩116,310

₩135,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

7. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Ingrid

₩154,973

₩179,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Natalya

₩160,389

₩185,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Donna

₩148,850

₩172,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Grester

₩175,395

₩202,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

James

₩100,677

₩133,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

12. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Sharon

₩120,818

₩144,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Brooke

₩190,050

₩218,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

14. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Madeline

₩118,969

₩192,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.

15. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Michael

₩91,776

₩120,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

16. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Monica

₩122,175

₩140,841 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

17. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 2 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Curtis

₩86,678

₩101,090 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

18. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Shawna

₩148,008

₩191,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

19. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Justin

₩70,362

₩104,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, a framed picture, a chair, and a window.

A parking lot with a swimming pool, a white car, and a building with a balcony.

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Irinea

₩101,813

₩126,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

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La Bahia Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 531 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	9.4 Exceptional 1,034 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,021 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,359 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 302 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Surfing Museum Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Front dest was warm and helpful"

Carousel Beach Inn

8/10 Good

"Solid for the price, I’d stay again. Quiet staff was nice great location. Small breakfast area but get what u are getting and get out for that"

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"Great location, ten minute walk to wharf and beach boardwalk. Competitively priced, very basic but comfortable hotel rooms. Nice pool with two jacuzzi hot tubs, lounge chairs, tables with umbrellas. Self parking on site, breakfast cafe and deli across the street, with taco bar a block away. We enjoyed our stay in this quiet neighborhood and found everything we needed close by."

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Sweet, sweet, sweet, sweet"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️"

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good

"Balcony clean room , nice view of the beach , easy access somewhat noises on the street but ear plugs work . No complaints great staff and welcoming. I slept well ."

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Todo bien"

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"The location and view were awesome . All the front staff and valet guys were friendly and helpful . Loved it .. Cheers"

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Love this place great location very clean . No weird smell and loved the room being inside the building made us feel safer"

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

A beach scene with footprints, a sunset, and silhouettes of people and a dog.

Its Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Its Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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A blue door with a metal latch and lock.

Lighthouse Point Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Lighthouse Field State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lighthouse Field State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and houses on the cliffside.

Cowell's Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Cruz, enjoy the surf and sand at Cowell's Beach along with the surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.

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Mitchell Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mitchell Cove Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 79 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Other good choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Expedia has 79 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

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What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, or Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, or Neary Lagoon Park.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Surfing Museum hotels

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

3. Mission Inn

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. Seaway Inn

6. Edgewater Beach Inn

7. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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

9. Marea Sol Hotel

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. Pacific Blue Inn

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

14. Casablanca On The Beach

15. Beachview Inn

16. Salt Air Lodge

17. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

18. Rio Vista Suites

19. Seaside Inn & Suites

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Top Santa Cruz Surfing Museum Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Carousel Beach Inn

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Beachview Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Casablanca On The Beach

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Seaside Inn & Suites

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Its Beach

Lighthouse Point Park

Lighthouse Field State Beach

Cowell's Beach

Santa Cruz Wharf

Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

Mitchell Cove Beach

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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