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

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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

Terrace/patio
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (575)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Garden
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (315)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Beach nearby
Harbor Inn

Harbor Inn

Harbor Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (354)
"the room was clean, the neighborhood was quiet and welcoming, and the staff were very kind. thank you!"
United States
ayreAnna
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Harbor Inn
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1252)
"Very nice property, very close to the boardwalk, rooms were very nice and clean. "
United States
Imran
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1241)
"Friendly staff and clean room. Will definitely stay here again!"
Canada
michelle
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1168)
"This hotel is a great deal "
United States
shyama
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1059)
"Great location, friendly staff."
United States
Biswajit
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
7.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1025)
"Clean rooms, good food"
United States
Carlos
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1337)
"Great room and location "
United States
Aditya
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Marea Sol Hotel
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1277)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1170)
"Clean room. In room coffee was good. Staff was friendly "
United States
Adrienne
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean room, nice breakfast, courteous staff, great location."
United States
Therese
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
10.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (885)
"Location & amenities"
United States
Ellen
The price is €303
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Seascape Beach Resort
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1015)
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
United States
Diane
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Mission Inn
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The place was very clean and comfortable. Plenty of parking "
United States
carlota
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (771)
"My check in was a great experience! Love this hotel!"
United States
Justin
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Reception
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
27.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (943)
"The guy working the front desk was awesome!"
United States
Joshua
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (152)
"Friendly staff, great location, and nice rooms."
United States
Robert
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Seaway Inn
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Staff is nice and professional "
United States
Jeremey
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Surf City Inn and Suites
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Pacific Avenue.

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 Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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.

Upper Seabright

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

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"The staff and surroundings were amazing. The staff was friendly and very responsive to any requests I had. As for the surroundings it was beautiful with tall trees surrounding the property giving you the feeling of being in the forest. Great place to stay."
Michael 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like?
Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is a highly ranked property in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another top choice in the area is Hitching Post Studios Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 197 hotels and other accommodation options in Eastside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Eastside Santa Cruz.
What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach and Sunny Cove Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighbourhood. Harbor Beach, Lincoln Beach and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Maria's Beach and Ocean Street are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.