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5 stars 1
4 stars 8
3 stars 17
2 stars 37
Unrated 25
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Motels 21
Holiday homes 16
Inns 14
Apartments 2
Guest houses 2
Bed & Breakfast 1
Hostel 1
Villa 1
Resort 1
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Resorts 68
Central hotels 67
Beach hotels 65
Cheap and budget hotels 47
Luxury accommodations 40
Pet-friendly hotels 21
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Jacuzzi 19
Business hotels 17
Exceptional design hotels 17
Golf hotels 17
Private Villas 12
Luxury hotels 9
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Romantic hotels 5
Spa hotels 5
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City Centre Santa Cruz 64
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 63
Santa Cruz 64
University of California, Santa Cruz 31
The Mystery Spot Santa Cruz 19
Pasatiempo Golf Club 30
Rio Theatre Santa Cruz 65
Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz 64
Felton Community Hall Santa Cruz 1
Art League Inc-Santa Cruz 63
Boardwalk Photos Santa Cruz 63
Calvary Parish Hall Santa Cruz 64
Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf Santa Cruz 63
First Night Santa Cruz 64
German American Hall Santa Cruz 61
Gestalt Institute-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz 64
Goodwill Industries Santa Cruz 59
Holy Cross Parish Hall Santa Cruz 63
Kids on Broadway 61
Louden Nelson Community Ctr Santa Cruz 64
Museum of Art and History 64
Parks and Recreation Dept 63
Portuguese Hall Santa Cruz 61
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Cowell Beach 31
Santa Cruz Boardwalk 21
Eastside Santa Cruz 11
Downtown Santa Cruz 4
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Welcome To Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, located on the beautiful northern coast of California, offers visitors a unique combination of gorgeous beaches, spectacular scenery, delicious cuisine, and a fun, laid-back local vibe. Explore the beach boardwalk, take a scenic drive along cliffs and coastline, savor the fresh seafood, or simply relax and enjoy the ocean breeze. Come experience the magic of Santa Cruz for yourself!

What Our Users Say About Popular Santa Cruz Hotels

Hotel Corque
9.8

Exceptional

us Chris 30 September 2021
It is a nicely decorated hotel with fashioned rooms and incredibly nice staff.
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Harbor View Inn
9.8

Exceptional

us Joshua 18 December 2022
Awesome experience as usual - clean hotel, friendly staff, amazing location near great restaurants and Montecito.
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Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach By Ihg
9.8

Exceptional

us Stuart 15 July 2022
Wonderful place, super clean all around. The staff here is awesome, and the location couldn't be better. The standout is definitely the friendly staff, especially the manager who's not an expert but goes the extra mile to help out. 👌
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Madonna Inn
9.8

Exceptional

us David 18 December 2021
Delightful property, overall clean, its staff and rooms were GREAT.
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The Oaks Hotel & Suites
9.6

Good

us Carl 26 October 2021
This place was quiet, with a very good staff and large rooms featuring exceptionally comfortable beds.
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The Milo
9.8

Exceptional

us Charles 15 November 2022
The venue is beautiful and spotless, the staff are friendly, and the location is great; the building and rooms offer lovely views, and the front desk staff are pleasant and helpful.
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Kronborg Inn
9.8

Exceptional

us Alice 27 September 2022
I loved the attitude of the cordial staff.
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Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
9.8

Exceptional

us Thomas 03 May 2022
I loved staying here, it's a great place that met my needs perfectly.
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Best Western Plus Big America
9.8

Exceptional

us Albert 03 May 2022
The hotel has a comfortable setting and is conveniently located near restaurants, parking facilities, and a market. There is a nearby place called Michelle's Donuts where you can enjoy tea, coffee, and desserts. Additionally, the restaurant at the hotel serves delicious local cuisine.
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Chumash Casino Resort
9.8

Exceptional

us Michael 03 March 2023
This upscale hotel has incredibly friendly and helpful staff members who make you feel right at home as soon as you arrive. The location of this venue is absolutely fantastic, situated in a beautiful valley that adds to the overall charm of the place. The rooms here are incredibly spacious and absolutely stunning, providing a luxurious atmosphere for guests to enjoy. Additionally, this hotel offers a wide variety of slot machines, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy.
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Seaside Inn & Suites

525 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, United States

Good
866 reviews

287 US$

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Casablanca Inn On The Beach

101 Main St, Santa Cruz, United States

Good
1680 reviews

139 US$

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, United States

Excellent
851 reviews

222 US$

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, United States

Excellent
512 reviews

192 US$

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Pacific Blue Inn

636 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, United States

Excellent
405 reviews

259 US$

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Enjoy authentic experiences without compromising on comfort and convenience.
Beach Street Inn And Suites

125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, United States

Excellent
1458 reviews

279 US$

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Mission Inn

2250 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, United States

Excellent
951 reviews

114 US$

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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, United States

Excellent
761 reviews

179 US$

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz By Ihg

1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, United States

Good
756 reviews

100 US$

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Discover the hidden gems of Santa Cruz by booking one of its 2-star hotels.
Carousel Beach Inn

110 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, United States

Excellent
1763 reviews

109 US$

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Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Avenue

Good
1668 reviews

67 US$

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Surf City Inn & Suites

619 Riverside Ave

Good
1544 reviews

77 US$

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Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk

500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, United States

Good
1539 reviews

81 US$

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