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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1065)
"very home-y and clean vibe"
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Casablanca On The Beach
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1292)
"My husband and I enjoyed this place. It's right across the street from the Wharf, boardwalk, and the beach. The rooms are pretty clean. I like the wooden flooring they have. I also like the private balcony seating we got with ours"
The price is S$242
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1042)
"Liked the location, and the free breakfast was good. "
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (691)
"We paid for a beach view we got a partial other wise everything was nice "
The price is S$170
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Marea Sol Hotel
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Amazing "
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The front desk staff was so friendly and professional. Our room had phenomenal views and was beautiful and spacious. I highly recommend this gorgeous hotel!!"
The price is S$366
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seaside Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (644)
"Room was clean with basic but working facilities. Staff were friendly and good location near downtown. Some very rowdy guests tarnished our stay banging on walls and smoking weed at 4am. Not the perfect hotel but still worth a stay. "
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Seaside Inn & Suites
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1127)
"I liked the very kind and helpful person at the front desk!"
The price is S$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (672)
"Very clean"
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"We had a great stay at Beach Street Inn and Suites. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. The hotel is right across the street from the beach and the Santa Cruz Wharf, and just a short walk to the boardwalk. It was close to restaurants and shopping on the wharf. My family stayed here when I was a child and it holds many fond memories. It was a great stay. We'll be back."
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"It was nice "
The price is S$136
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
Terrace/patio
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Such a nice clean facility. Wonderful complementary breakfast."
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
Torch Lite Inn
Marina
Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Rooms are nice, location isn’t too far from the boardwalk or downtown too. "
The price is S$107
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Torch Lite Inn
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Great experience"
The price is S$296
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great staff, clean and super nice!"
The price is S$176
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Continental Inn
Property grounds
Continental Inn
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Super clean. Very convenient and easy check in. "
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Continental Inn
Mission Inn
Front of property – evening/night
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Pleasant surprise."
The price is S$149
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Mission Inn
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The breakfast was great and the staff were very friendly. "
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Will definitely be coming back."
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (827)
"Easy drive to Santa Cruz! "
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Santa Cruz like?

Downtown Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and cycling. Are you looking for Downtown Santa Cruz travel tips? Make sure that you visit Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz?

Based on our traveller data, Pacific Blue Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Santa Cruz. This guest house is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers in-room fireplaces and free WiFi.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Santa Cruz.

What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Downtown Santa Cruz, consider Pacific Garden Mall or Pacific Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Cruz include Williams-Reynolds House, Town Clock and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Mission Santa Cruz and Ocean Street are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.