Eastside Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz

A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the rocks.
A white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and people.
A foggy beach with a lighthouse and rocky breakwater.
A lighthouse at sunset, rocky shoreline, calm water, and a clear sky.
A beach with people playing and walking.

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Top hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

4 out of 5
21305 E Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
The price is €136 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
€136
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located ...
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is €83 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
€83
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr Santa Cruz CA
The price is €182 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
€182
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

Santa Cruz CA
The price is €630 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
€630
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (269 reviews)
"A street address sent prior to the day of the stay would have avoided phone calls while trying to find the place. But Scott was very helpful talking us through how to get there."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 out of 5
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
The price is €364 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
€364
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (566 reviews)
"This hotel is highly recommended."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
525 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
The price is €79 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
€79
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,152 reviews)
"Me and my family decided to have a last minute beach visit we had no idea we were going to want to stay the night and once we figured we would I called everywhere (it was 7pm) and only this hotel answered there was always someone to help at the desk and it was fast and easy to book and it was a great ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Seaside Inn & 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.

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.

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.

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 Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.



Eastside Santa Cruz

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