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Santa Cruz Hotel Guide. Hotels in Circles, Santa Cruz, United States of America

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Our top choices for Circles hotels

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

1. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Circles
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (302 reviews)
"Love it , will be back soon"
United States
Roxanna
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Seaway Inn
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.2 km from Circles
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,356 reviews)
"Great location, very clean property and friendly staff"
United States
Frank
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

3. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1.1 km from Circles
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,546 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

4. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Circles
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,643 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Donna
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

5. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Circles
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,019 reviews)
"The staff was very kind and welcoming. I will definitely stay again!"
United States
Erin
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Mission Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Circles
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (713 reviews)
"Breakfast"
United States
Ingrid
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

7. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Circles
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (46 reviews)
"The room itself was beautiful. The staff was courteous and the property was very clean and next to the beach. Definitely will be booking again. Thank you Edgewater!"
United States
Maggie
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Edgewater Beach Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

8. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Circles
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great location."
United States
Michael
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Beachview Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

9. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Circles
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,297 reviews)
"This location was amazing!"
United States
Madeline
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Casablanca On The Beach
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

10. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Circles
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (124 reviews)
"Nice place good location. Excellent breakfast.definitely coming back.!"
United States
Edwin
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.8 km from Circles
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,180 reviews)
"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."
United States
Leslie
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

12. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Circles
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (950 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio

13. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Circles
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

14. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Circles
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Circles
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
United States
Natalya
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

16. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Circles
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,033 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is €269
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

17. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Circles
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,140 reviews)
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
United States
Justin
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Seaside Inn & Suites
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Circles
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Super clean and great location! Price is right and would stay again! Easy parking too!"
United States
Giana
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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19. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.7 km from Circles
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (138 reviews)
"It is a place to sleep."
United States
Monica
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Salt Air Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

20. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Circles
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,340 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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Where to stay in Circles

Find the best Circles areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with two prominent rock formations and a sandy beach.
Photo by Shereen Ward
Open Photo by Shereen Ward

Westside Santa Cruz

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

A white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and people.
Photo by Ian Durant
Open Photo by Ian Durant

Eastside Santa Cruz

Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

Top Circles Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean, cute, convenient, comfortable beds, flat pillows, and no luggage carts - which made it difficult for us traveling by motorcycle. We paid for a partial ocean view and to be fair you could see the ocean if went out on the balcony and looked real hard :)."
Karilee 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Circles like?
Travellers to Santa Cruz's Circles neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Circles?
For your stay in Circles, Cool 2-bedroom house in Santa Cruz a few blocks from beach. is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Circles?
When you want to find places to stay in Santa Cruz, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Circles.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Circles, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Circles.
What are the top things to see and do in Circles?
A few places to visit in the area around Circles include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Neary Lagoon Park and Mitchell Cove Beach. When you're sightseeing in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing and Swift Street Courtyard are also worth a stop.