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A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

1. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
KimLien
€102
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Mission Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Ingrid
€118
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.
A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Anna
€122
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

4. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Sherlyn
€120
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.
A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a fireplace.
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

5. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
3.2 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Paul
€122
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Inn At Pasatiempo
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.
A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

6. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Grant
€83
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hitching Post Studios Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 0.6 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
James
€88
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Steve
€131
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.
Two black chairs and a small table in a room with a carpeted floor and plain walls.
A motel sign with a neon 'NO VACANCY' message.

9. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
John
€72
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
National 9 Santa Cruz
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.
A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.
A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.
A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

10. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Shawna
€119
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rio Vista Suites
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.
A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.
A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.
A parking lot with a swimming pool, a white car, and a building with a balcony.

11. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Irinea
€83
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

12. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Johnnie
€126
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.
A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.
A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.
A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

13. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Carlos
€79
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Seaside Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A building with a mural of animals and a sign indicating an office and internet access.
A reception area with a wooden counter, framed artwork, a clock, and a map on the wall.
A motel with outdoor seating and umbrellas, a sign indicating 'No Diving', and a view of a parking lot and distant buildings.

14. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Aaron
€92
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Aqua Breeze Inn
Room
Reception
Living area
Front of property

15. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.7 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Julio
€93
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Salt Air Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A patio with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and potted plants.
A modern kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign for the Torch Late Inn, and a building with a stone facade.

16. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Holly
€79
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Torch Lite Inn
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants.
A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting of a beach scene on the wall, a potted plant, and a door leading to another room.
A wooden gazebo with a hot tub underneath, surrounded by a wooden fence and lattice panels.

17. Continental Inn

Continental Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Linh
€75
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Continental Inn
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.
A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window.
A hotel sign with a logo and name, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a stone wall.

18. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Lower Ocean, 0.8 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Herman
€80
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.
An outdoor patio with red umbrellas, wicker chairs, and a stone wall.

19. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
Lower Ocean, 0.5 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Amra
€68
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Surf City Inn and Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the street.
A hotel reception area with a counter, a sign indicating 'Quality by Choice Hotels', and a glimpse of a dining area with a table and chairs.
A patio area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by a green railing and a staircase.

20. Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Pacific Avenue
United States
Melanie
€101
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
Mission Inn
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
9.0
Wonderful
715 reviews
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An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
Marea Sol Hotel
9.0
Wonderful
1,625 reviews
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A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.
Inn At Pasatiempo
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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Top Pacific Avenue Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"Simple & adequate, very minimalist. Conveniently located. Keep expectations in check."
Christine 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"We love staying here. Little patios, hot tubs, clean rooms! Awesome."
Madison 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Solares
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent
"So close to everything in Santa Cruz.. especially the beach. Eateries are walkable too. Good view from the room."
Badrinarayana 4-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Beachview Inn
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Easy, central, clean, quiet, and pool was nice touch. Sweet people at the front managing it."
Imee 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean room & bedding, & updated spacious bathroom. Nice view of the Boardwalk from our balcony. The breakfast was a great way to start our day. Friendly, helpful staff."
Debra 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Carousel Beach Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"All the staff were outstanding! The hotel and my room were spotless. I was able to do laundry. The breakfast was the best hotel breakfast I've ever had. Valet was friendly, knowledgeable, and made great recommendations for travel, dining, and entertainment. This location was a last minute decision and what a great decision it was. The hotel was very suitable for kids. I highly recommend this Hyatt location!"
Manuwella 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Pool is amazing ! Staff amazing !! Food excellent Only thing was the ac was just ok so the room felt alittle humid, but we propped the door open for some fresh air and it went away !! Rooms are small but not to small and it’s the perfect location. Everything felt safe and secure"
Nick 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel, great location (short walk to the boardwalk). Also good onsite restaurant."
Alan 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Good service at affordable price, staff very friendly."
Victor 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Other attractions near Pacific Avenue

A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.
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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 reviews)
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
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Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

7.0/10 (6 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

7.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History during your trip to Santa Cruz. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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Williams-Reynolds House

7.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Williams-Reynolds House. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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Pacific Garden Mall

7.6/10 (4 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pacific Garden Mall during your visit to Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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Scandinavian Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Scandinavian Cultural Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pacific Avenue?
Pacific Avenue is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and cycling. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 163 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Pacific Avenue?
Adjacent to Pacific Avenue, Hotel Solares is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels will I find near Pacific Avenue?
Expedia has 163 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Pacific Avenue.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pacific Avenue, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Pacific Avenue.
What can I see and do near Pacific Avenue?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Williams-Reynolds House, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Pacific Avenue. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Mimi De Marta Dog Park if you want a dose of fresh air.