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Santa Cruz Hostel, hotel in Santa Cruz

Featuring barbecue facilities and a garden, Santa Cruz Hostel is located in Santa Cruz, 500 metres from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Super nice hostel. Quiet. Free coffee. Free parking on the road in winter.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
192 reviews
Price from
£78.78
1 night, 2 adults
Sunny Cove Motel, hotel in Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 600 metres of Black’s Beach, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free...

Sunny Cove has a sweet courtyard-like setting and my room was next to the pool. It was perfect!
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
258 reviews
Price from
£101.44
1 night, 2 adults
Carousel Beach Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

Located 2 minutes’ walk away from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Carousel Beach Inn offers rooms equipped with a private balcony. It serves a daily continental breakfast.

The very energetic and helpfull guy at the reception.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,792 reviews
Price from
£110.71
1 night, 2 adults
Ocean Pacific Lodge, hotel in Santa Cruz

Located 3 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Ocean Pacific Lodge is 100% non-smoking and offers guest rooms with free WiFi.

Staff were nice. Room and beds comfy. Good value for money
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,244 reviews
Price from
£72.95
1 night, 2 adults
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, hotel in Santa Cruz

Well situated in the centre of Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.

Good location. Good breakfast included Godd parking available for a fee.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,034 reviews
Price from
£105.18
1 night, 2 adults
Comfort Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz is conveniently located where Highway 1 and Highway 17 meet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

free parking was good. The beds were very comfortable. The coffee machine, fridge and microwave were useful. Although the hotel cannot be responsible for other guests but we were pleasantly surprised at how quiet the hotel was at night. We had a room towards the rear but near the pool and slept uninterrupted. The room was serviced and cleaned, towels changed and coffee restocked every day.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
762 reviews
Price from
£92
1 night, 2 adults
Mission Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

Seymore Marine Discovery is 2 miles from this Santa Cruz area inn. A free breakfast is provided and all rooms offer free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in all rooms at the Mission Inn.

Great central location, roomy family room, helpful staff, easy check im/out, solid breakfast.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
978 reviews
Price from
£98.33
1 night, 2 adults
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca, hotel in Santa Cruz

Conveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

The room was great. Very clean and a beautifully large and comfortable bed. Great bathroom.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
365 reviews
Price from
£112.62
1 night, 2 adults
Hitching Post Studios Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

This Newly renovated Santa Cruz, California Inn features free Wi-Fi. It is 8.5 km from the University of California Santa Cruz and guest rooms provide a flat-screen HD TV with HBO channels.

Quiet, good location, good internet, comfortable, spacious
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
285 reviews
Price from
£96.90
1 night, 2 adults
Sea & Sand Inn, hotel in Santa Cruz

Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle.

Location was perfect, beautiful views
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
183 reviews
Price from
£191.94
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,034 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.

    location, lounge/meeting/tv area well designed

  • Carousel Beach Inn
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,792 reviews

    Located 2 minutes’ walk away from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Carousel Beach Inn offers rooms equipped with a private balcony. It serves a daily continental breakfast.

    Breakfast included, great location, friendly staff

  • Comfort Inn
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 762 reviews

    The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz is conveniently located where Highway 1 and Highway 17 meet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    really comfy beds, great breakfast, room clean, nice pool

  • Mission Inn
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 978 reviews

    Seymore Marine Discovery is 2 miles from this Santa Cruz area inn. A free breakfast is provided and all rooms offer free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in all rooms at the Mission Inn.

    Staff were good put us in back away from road noise.

  • Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 365 reviews

    Conveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

    The staff was friendly and the location was perfect

  • Beach Haven
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 26 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz in the California region, Beach Haven has a patio. The property is around 1.2 km from Moran Lake Park Beach, 2.1 km from Hooper's Beach and 6.6 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

    Super clean, so close to the ocean, nicely updated.

  • The Midtown Cottage- w/ Private Entrance and Views
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 34 reviews

    Boasting garden views, The Midtown Cottage- w/ Private Entrance and Views features accommodation with a terrace, around 2.7 km from Seabright State Beach.

    Location was great. 10 minutes from beach and dowtown Santa Cruz.

  • Beach Hill Bungalow
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 11 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz, 500 metres from Cowell's Beach, 1.5 km from Seabright State Beach and 300 metres from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Beach Hill Bungalow offers accommodation with a patio and free WiFi...

    Amazing location in walking distance to everything

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  • Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise with NEW Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, near Santa Cruz Harbor Beach and Seabright State Beach, Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise with NEW Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi is a recently renovated property,...

  • Relaxing 3 bedroom Santa Cruz house, 5min to beach
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, less than 1 km from Sunny Cove Beach and a 15-minute walk from Black’s Beach, Relaxing 3 bedroom Santa Cruz house, 5min to beach offers water sports facilities and air...

  • Fantastic 2 bedroom Cottage, 5min to beach
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Fantastic 2 bedroom Cottage, 5min to beach provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around less than 1 km from Sunny Cove Beach.

  • Amazing Santa Cruz Landscaped Paradise
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 3 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Amazing Santa Cruz Landscaped Paradise is set in Santa Cruz.

  • Sunny Cove Motel
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 258 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 600 metres of Black’s Beach, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free...

    The place is close to the beach, The host is very nice.

  • Pacific Blue Inn
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 456 reviews

    Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

    Really lovely little place, great host. Perfect location

  • Sea & Sand Inn
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 183 reviews

    Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle.

    Wine and cheese hour was great, staff extremely friendly!

  • Marea Sol Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 586 reviews

    Marea Sol Hotel is well set in Santa Cruz, and features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.

    We got upgraded to a suite which was a massive bonus

  • Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 878 reviews

    Styled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily.

    Charming villa in optimal location, comfortable room.

  • Seaway Inn
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 18 reviews

    A short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf in California, the Seaway Inn offers easy beach access and comfortably furnished rooms with free WiFi.

    sehr nahe am Strand, Parkplatz direkt vor Zimmer, freundliches Personal, schöne neue Zimmereinrichtung

  • Hitching Post Studios Inn
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 285 reviews

    This Newly renovated Santa Cruz, California Inn features free Wi-Fi. It is 8.5 km from the University of California Santa Cruz and guest rooms provide a flat-screen HD TV with HBO channels.

    Quiet, good location, good internet, comfortable, spacious

  • Westside Beach Retreat
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3 reviews

    Westside Beach Retreat is situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach, 1.8 km from Natural Bridges State Beach and 2.6 km from Santa Cruz Beach...

  • National 9 Motel
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 808 reviews

    This motel is off the Santa Cruz Highway One and is 2 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The motel offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Great value for Santa Cruz. Easy access to the highway

  • SeaSide Inn & Suites
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 728 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Everything was perfect. Comfy bed and good location

  • Ocean Pacific Lodge
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,244 reviews

    Located 3 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Ocean Pacific Lodge is 100% non-smoking and offers guest rooms with free WiFi.

    Location was excellent for seafront and town centre.

  • Drift Inn, LLC
    Central location
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 885 reviews

    This central Santa Cruz motel is just an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.

    Staff/owner was extremely friendly and helpful

  • The Islander Motel Santa Cruz CA
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 401 reviews

    Offering a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel is 5 minutes' walk from downtown Santa Cruz. It offers free WiFi and free parking.

    nice and big room, good facilities, friendly staff

  • Harbor Inn
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 14 reviews

    Within 10 minutes’ drive of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pleasure Point, this Santa Cruz inn offers accommodations with charming décor and free WiFi in all rooms.

    Wonderful, safe location. Nice and clean. Nostalgic. Flowers in December.

  • Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 708 reviews

    Located within 10 minutes' walk of the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free WiFi. All rooms include a private bathroom with a hair dryer.

    Good and spacious hotel room at a reasonable price.

  • Surf City Inn & Suites
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,378 reviews

    Surf City Inn & Suites is just 10 minutes' walk away from Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. It features an indoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.

    Great location, affordable, comfortable, lovely staff.

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  • Avg. price/night: £101.27
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,034 reviews
    The room was a good size with good facilities. The hotel was in a great location. The room was very clean.
    Catherine
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £101.27
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,034 reviews
    The hotel is very clean and modern. The staff were friendly and welcoming and the breakfast was good. Our room was very spacious and clean with two queen beds and a sofa seating area. We enjoyed having a balcony too. The hotel is in a nice quiet location but only a short walk from all the fun. The hotel has secure parking. I would recommend this hotel.
    Bianca
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £66.95
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 401 reviews
    Lovely owners - very friendly and helpful. Good quality mattresses and very clean rooms. Perfect location for exploring Santa Cruz and within walking distance of everything you need. Highly recommend!
    Helen
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £70.32
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 514 reviews
    Spotlessly clean in great location with lovely hosts.
    Nick
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £63.42
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,548 reviews
    Very clean, spacious room, location near the beach and broadwalk. The owner was very nice, I booked the wrong date but he was kind enough to let me changed the date & gave us the better room even though there hotel was fully booked, that was “first class” service. put the customer needs before profits.
    Tammy
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £74.43
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 878 reviews
    From the minute we arrived, I was very impressed by this accommodation. The location was fantastic, onsite parking is always a bonus and the lady who greeted us at front desk and got us checked in was so welcoming. Our room was spotlessly clean, beautifully furnished and the bed was very comfortable. The free coffee/tea/water/soda etc is also a wonderful service. We absolutely loved our stay here and could not recommend Rio Vista Suites & Inn more!
    PetaDamsma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £118.87
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 586 reviews
    Spacious and very clean room and bathroom in a great location. Could not be better suited for stepping out onto the boardwalk for a cruise / dinner.
    Andrew
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £85.63
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 584 reviews
    Great lovely hosts, an awesome location, super cheap and the room was very clean. Included even a mini fridge, microwave and TV. Would come back anytime!
    Malyn
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £282.32
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 932 reviews
    Fantastic location with great rooms and we had a balcony overlooking the pool as well as the beach - ideally situated you can walk to the beach in seconds - 0nto the main pier and down to the boardwalk and fun fair. Hotel is Very Clean, Very modern - Could have spent all day in the pool looking out at the beach - fantastic.
    David
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £60.80
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 885 reviews
    Very clean, ideal location for boulevard. A small selection of rooms which is nice because it's not overcrowded. Nice and quiet too. Newly refurbished bathroom.
    Kiera
    Young couple

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