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Santa Cruz Hotel Guide - Mystery Spot hotels in Santa Cruz, United States of America.

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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1240)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Fantasic room, comfy beds, very clean!"
United States
Linda
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Inn At Pasatiempo

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"A pleasant and polite welcome to the hotel by the staff."
United States
Jan
The price is €183
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (928)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
4.2 km from Mystery Spot
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"everything was great, can’t wait to comeback "
United States
Xochitl
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Mystery Spot
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place 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, 6.2 km from Mystery Spot
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1244)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1159)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 6.1 km from Mystery Spot
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1274)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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, 4.1 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1168)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from Mystery Spot
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Yes we really like this hotel "
United States
Em
Continental Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Mystery Spot
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (600)
"clean room, friendly staff, nice breakfast."
United States
William
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Mystery Spot
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1188)
"Clean rm, good location, and good breakfast"
United States
Michelle
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Good location, reasonable price"
United States
Milena
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Best Western Inn

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.1 km from Mystery Spot
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1325)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Marea Sol Hotel

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 5.5 km from Mystery Spot
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Everything Staff is great and clean and quiet !"
United States
Richard
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Surf City Inn and Suites

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.3 km from Mystery Spot
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"I like location and breakfast "
United States
MARCO
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (310)
"Clean, quiet and spacious room. It's not Hilton, but it is good value. A full kitchen with all appliances. Kitchen ware is available for $5. I will definitely be back."
United States
Roger
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mystery Spot?
Mystery Spot is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 548 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Mystery Spot?
Chaminade Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Mystery Spot. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.
How many hotels are there close to Mystery Spot?
Expedia has 548 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mystery Spot.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mystery Spot, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Mystery Spot.
What can I see and do near Mystery Spot?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Branciforte Dog Park.

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