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Here is a quick list of hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| National 9 Motel |
7.5 / 10 (622 Reviews) |
From 79$ | |
| Ocean Pacific Lodge |
8.2 / 10 (1192 Reviews) |
From 109$ | |
| Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca |
7.9 / 10 (449 Reviews) |
From 115$ | |
| Motel Santa Cruz |
4.2 / 10 (564 Reviews) |
From 79$ | |
| Drift Inn, Llc |
7.6 / 10 (649 Reviews) |
From 79$ |
Motels in Santa Cruz offer an incredible blend of comfort and convenience for travelers seeking an affordable lodging option along California's stunning coastline. With a range of accommodations available, these motels cater to everyone from families to solo adventurers. Many properties boast easy access to popular attractions like the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Natural Bridges State Beach, making them ideal for both relaxation and exploration. Whether you prefer a cozy roadside stop or a seaside retreat, Santa Cruz motels provide the perfect base to explore the area's charm.
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National 9 Motel
From 79$
Situated 2.5 km from University of California at Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz, National 9 Motel features free self-parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a golf course throughout the venue. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is less than 2.9 km away.
The accommodation lies about 20 minutes' walk from the city centre. The hotel is located in Westside Santa Cruz district. The Mystery Spot is only a short drive away.
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Ocean Pacific Lodge
From 109$
Located 850 metres from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, the 2-star Ocean Pacific Lodge offers air-conditioned rooms within a 9-minute walk of Pacific Garden Mall. For business travellers, computers and a xerox are available on request.
The venue is 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Santa Cruz. The beach is 500 metres away. Museum of Art and History is also located near the accommodation. University of California at Santa Cruz is just a short drive away.
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Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca
From 115$
The Islander Motel is located 2.2 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and offers an outdoor swimming pool and a golf course. Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the motel is set 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
The centre of Santa Cruz can be reached within a 10-minute walk. A short drive will take you to the Wide Main Sandy Beach.
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Motel Santa Cruz
From 79$
The 2-star Motel Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms within easy reach of Museum of Art and History, which is about 17 minutes' walk. Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the motel is set 2 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.
The venue is located 1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from Pacific Avenue. The accommodation is near to a beach. Ocean Street is also located near the hotel.
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Drift Inn, Llc
From 79$
Budget Inn Santa Cruz, located 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, offers guests complimentary parking and a terrace. Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the inn is set 2.4 km from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach.
The property is 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Santa Cruz. The beach is 800 metres away. Mike Fox Skate Park is in the walking distance from the venue.
Hotels in Santa Cruz
| Airport nearby ✈️ | Monterey Peninsula, Oakland International, Mineta San Jose International, San Francisco International |
| Average Price 💰 | 250.712$ |
| Hotels in Santa Cruz 🏨 | 80 |
| Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 3870 |
| Landmarks nearby 📍 | University of California at Santa Cruz, Wilder Ranch State Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Museum of Art and History, Cave Train |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | National 9 Motel |
| Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Ocean Pacific Lodge |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca |
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Carousel Beach Inn
From 159$
The 2-star Carousel Beach Inn is set 1.4 km from Pacific Avenue and 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Featuring 16 rooms with views of the park, this inn is set within a short ride from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.
The property is situated 2 km from Santa Cruz city centre and 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. The beach is 900 metres away.
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Hitching Post Studios Inn
From 95$
Hitching Post Studios Inn is a 10-minute drive from University of California at Santa Cruz, and it features a free car park and a heated swimming pool onsite. Situated in Eastside Santa Cruz district, the inn is set 4.3 km from The Mystery Spot.
The venue is 3 km from the city centre and adjacent to Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church. Arana Gulch Trail is also located near the accommodation. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is only a few minutes' drive away.
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Oceana Inn Santa Cruz (Adults Only)
From 59$
The 2-star Oceana Inn Santa Cruz is a boutique accommodation comprising 55 air-conditioned rooms within a few minutes drive from The Mystery Spot. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and the Wide Main Sandy Beach can be reached in 18 minutes' walk and 20 minutes' walk respectively.
The venue is situated 1 km from Santa Cruz city centre and 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. The hotel is located in Westside Santa Cruz district.
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Coastview Inn
From 90$
Coastview Inn Santa Cruz is located near the Wide Main Sandy Beach and is just 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Santa Cruz. Among the facilities of this venue there is a free self-parking and a swimming pool, along with free Wi-Fi throughout the accommodation.
The hotel is set in Westside Santa Cruz district, a few steps from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is about 10 minutes' walk away. A short driving distance to Ocean Street is a perk for guests staying at Coastview Inn Santa Cruz.
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Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
From 86$
Notable for its location 300 metres away from Mike Fox Skate Park in Westside Santa Cruz district, the hotel is placed within 16 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like free Wi Fi in public areas and access to a xerox and a fax machine.
The property is 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Santa Cruz. This venue is 14 minutes' walk from a surfing beach. Capri Motel is just a short walk from The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio.
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Ocean Lodge - Santa Cruz
From 94$
Featuring free self-parking and a golf course, Ocean Lodge - Santa Cruz is set 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park in Santa Cruz. It is just 400 metres from Kiva Retreat House.
Shopper's Corner is located near the property, and Mineta San Jose International airport is approximately a 47-minute drive away. The city centre lies within 2 km of the venue. Ocean Lodge - Santa Cruz is a short driving distance of The Mystery Spot.
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Bay Front Inn
From 126$
Boasting free self parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a sun deck, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is located just 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Guests can find Sky Glider within 900 metres of the venue.
The accommodation is situated 1 km from Santa Cruz city centre and 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. A magnificent beach is about 600 metres from the inn. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is a short drive from University of California at Santa Cruz.
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Aqua Breeze Inn
From 89$
The 2-star Aqua Breeze Inn is set 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Boasting location next to the Wide Main Sandy Beach, the venue offers 26 rooms together with a snack bar onsite.
The city centre is about 10 minutes away on foot. The beach is 900 metres away. Aqua Breeze Inn is placed a few minutes' drive from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
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Seaway Inn
From 209$
The Wide Main Sandy Beach is 0.6 km from Seaway Inn, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is 650 metres away. Set within reach of Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of local cuisine.
The accommodation is located 2 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from The Mystery Spot. The beach is 150 metres away.
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Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling
From 107$
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz features free self-parking and a golf course, and lies 15 minutes' drive from The Mystery Spot. The venue is set in Westside Santa Cruz district, within easy reach of the Wide Main Sandy Beach.
The accommodation is situated 1 km from Santa Cruz city centre and 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. 1.3 km away you can visit the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre". Museum of Art and History is a few minutes' drive away.
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Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk
From 127$
The 2-star Torch Lite Inn is set 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and 0.2 km from Art League Inc-Santa Cruz. High-speed Internet access is available here throughout the venue.
The accommodation is set within 10 minutes' walk of the centre of Santa Cruz, not far from Mike Fox Skate Park. The hotel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, close to Cocoanut Grove. Museum of Art and History is just a short drive away.
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Beachview Inn
From 60$
Ocean View Park is 2 km from Beachview Inn Santa Cruz, while Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is 650 metres away. Set within reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of local cuisine.
The accommodation is located 1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from University of California at Santa Cruz. The beach is 250 metres away.
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Salt Air Lodge
From 192$
The 2-star Salt Air Lodge is set 2.1 km from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach and 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. The property provides 27 guestrooms appointed with satellite television, climate control and wireless Internet for a pleasant stay in Santa Cruz.
This motel offers accommodation in Westside Santa Cruz district with nearby access to Art League Inc-Santa Cruz. The city centre lies within 1 km of the venue. Cocoanut Grove is also located near the hotel. Museum of Art and History is only a couple of minutes' drive away.
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Surf City Inn & Suites
From 77$
Located just off The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio, this 2-star Surf City Inn And Suites is a 5-minutes’ drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. There is a photocopy machine and a business centre at the inn.
The Wide Main Sandy Beach is less than 1.1 km away. The property is set within 1 km distance from Santa Cruz city centre. Cocoanut Grove is also located near the hotel. The venue is only a short drive from The Mystery Spot.