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

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Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (915 reviews)
"Great warm welcoming, very professional, super helpful pointing out points of interest. Also, had a mid-afternoon delicious snack out for us (brownies yum)! Nice touch but most importantly, our room was very clean. We will most definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you so much Pacific Blue Inn for a wonderful stay!"
United States
Claire
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Pacific Blue Inn

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"national park and santa cruz boardwalk were close by and the staff were all so friendly, accomodating, and nice!"
United States
Jenna
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"The stay was nice "
United States
Michelle
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The Dream Inn is always our go to spot. The hotel is close to everything fun, clean and the staff are great!"
United States
Cameron
The price is €215
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Exceptional hotel, super cool staff and great place to unwind "
United States
Aslam
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Hotel Los Gatos

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (494 reviews)
"Great location near park and very spacious cabin. "
United States
Gustavo Gamboa
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Fern River Resort

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (981 reviews)
"Yes, plenty of spots."
United States
Louis
The price is €198
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Monarch Cove Inn

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 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,257 reviews)
"Clean, spacious rooms and very friendly staff. "
United States
Sarojni
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (192 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Seaway Inn

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,480 reviews)
"It was a very wonderful stay for my kids and I. "
United States
Joanna
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Marea Sol Hotel

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (596 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is €174
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
2.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"I recommend The Inn at Pasatiempo for the clean and spacious rooms, convenient location and wonderful staff."
United States
Michael
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Inn At Pasatiempo

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Bella Notte

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Ines
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Mission Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
Michael
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,282 reviews)
"Great stay, place is very nice. Definitely recommend and price was perfect. "
United States
Isabel
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (360 reviews)
"Clean and close to Capitola and Santa Cruz. Would stay here again. "
United States
Dan
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel location is prime, clean room and fresh linens made my stay comfortable "
United States
Olga
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)
"I had the harbor master room and loved the charm of the room. The views of Elkhorn Slough were glorious. Bring your binoculars!"
United States
Gwynne
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
10.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,104 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a great area with easy access to the beach, shops and restaurants. "
United States
Seann
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz

Find the best Downtown Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

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.

Pleasure Point

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

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.

Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Williams-Reynolds House and Town Clock. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mission Santa Cruz are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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