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

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, (605 reviews)
"This property is very quiet and relaxing."
United States
Lynda
The price is €184
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (388 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is €213
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Bella Notte

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, (1,314 reviews)
"Great location (steps away from the beach), decent breakfast, and friendly staff."
Canada
Alexia
The price is €178
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent in all aspects, including the best breakfast we have experienced in any hotel."
United States
Edmond
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Really like the historic hotel "
United States
Ed
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Saratoga Oaks Lodge
3.0 star property
31.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"It was a lovely, unique place to stay with tons of room and better than expected kitchenette"
United States
Bethanie
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
4.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (994 reviews)
"Excellent location."
United States
Chris
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Monarch Cove Inn

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, (1,012 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and rooms were clean and conveniently located."
United States
Bob
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
John
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
2.5 star property
27.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"great place for the budget"
United States
jose
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Blanca
The price is €214
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Good breakfast and nice clean room Very quiet and pleasant"
United States
Mario
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
21.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
5.8 out of 10, (331 reviews)
"Clean room with no fuss. Excellent value for the price. I would definitely recommend this place."
United States
christopher
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Valley Inn

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
9.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"I really enjoyed our stay"
United States
EVALYNE
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
19.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (644 reviews)
"Room was very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was good."
United States
REGINALD
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Comfort Inn Watsonville

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, (1,143 reviews)
"Nice restaurant and beautiful property"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €192
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (506 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Fern River Resort

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, (1,213 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joel
The price is €182
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
19.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was nice and helpful, only thing is I feel it needs a bit more cleanness in the bathroom ."
United States
Enny Doris
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
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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 Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.

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 Ocean Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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 our traveller data, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Bella Notte.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 222 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 Harbor 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. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Lincoln Beach and Sunny Cove Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.