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Top Santa Cruz Luxury Hotels

Surf City Inn and Suites
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1011)
"Its was convenient and short walk to the board walk "
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Solares
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Solares

2.5 star property
6.6 out of 10, (1002)
"Excelente hotel,"
Hotel Solares
Beachview Inn
One Queen Bed

Beachview Inn

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Clean and very friendly staff"
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Beachview Inn
Continental Inn
Property grounds

Continental Inn

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"It was an excellent budget option and the hot tub was nice to have."
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Continental Inn
Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Very nice all around and also a very reasonable value. Would definitely stay here in the future."
Rio Sands Hotel
Inn at Depot Hill
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Kyoto)

Inn at Depot Hill

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (701)
"Welcoming, cute, clean, delicious food, friendly staff and a wonderful location. "
Inn at Depot Hill
Oceana Inn
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Oceana Inn

2.5 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1002)
"The rooms are getting very run down. Needs remodel, paint and fixtures fixed. Hotel.Com people get the homeless rooms I guess. "
Oceana Inn
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Exterior

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1163)
"Nice rooms and good bar/restaurant "
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1013)
"Great service and convenient location. "
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Rio Vista Suites
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Good for the price and location"
Rio Vista Suites
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice place. But, Didn't enjoy the extra $30 charge for parking at the hotel I'm staying at. "
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

Are you searching for the perfect hotel for your luxury holiday in Santa Cruz?
Use Expedia to help you arrange a flight to Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport or San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) airport, and then choose from a variety of places to stay that will deliver the luxury you want. Amenities are important when you plan a trip, so we make it easy to find what you need to make your stay special. If you want an upscale hotel with a spa, an indoor pool or luxury bedding, Expedia can assist you in finding the best luxury hotel experience that Santa Cruz has to offer. Known for its entertainment and sporting events, Santa Cruz also has some interesting things to see and do including Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, so you may want to take in the local sights during your visit.
How many luxury hotels will I find in Santa Cruz?
Lie in the lap of luxury during your getaway to Santa Cruz in one of Expedia's 8 luxury hotels.
When can I expect good weather in Santa Cruz?
Planning for the weather is an important factor for making your trip to Santa Cruz a success, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What's there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
When you're in Santa Cruz, enjoy exploring the sights and attractions here including Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Monterey Bay and Ocean Street. If you have extra time while you're in the area, you might want to see Pacific Avenue and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.