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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.
A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.
A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Andrea
€166
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Bella Notte
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.
A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Elizabeth
€360
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a wooden fence.
A living room with wicker furniture, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table.
A modern office space with a red desk, wicker chairs, a computer, and a bookshelf.

3. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Marci
€148
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Henry
€282
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Bethany
€143
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
daphanie
€80
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.
A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

7. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Mina
€120
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Seaway Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
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.

8. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Danielle
€116
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Dori
€134
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.
A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.
A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Nicole
€102
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Pacific Blue Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Ramiro
€100
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.
A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

12. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Molly
€186
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Brenda
€158
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.
A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
April
€128
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Edgewater Beach Inn
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.
An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.
A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."

15. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Donald
€168
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
jessika
€139
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.
A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

17. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
James William
€143
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Casablanca On The Beach
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Bertha
€100
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.
A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.
A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Michelle Renee
€85
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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 modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree to the right.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Silvia
€127
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte
9.8
Exceptional
9 reviews
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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
9.6
Exceptional
458 reviews
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A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.
Beach Street Inn and Suites
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
9.4
Exceptional
1,046 reviews
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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,342 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful room. Perfect for a weekend getaway. Beautiful view of the ocean and nice big shared balcony. Quiet and peaceful."
Ryan 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"La Bahía reminded us of Grand Wailea in Maui (minus all the pools and waterslides). Very tastefully done, excellent food, excellent customer service, beautiful atmosphere, great amenities. We would love to stay again."
Christiana 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Continental Inn

Continental Inn

10/10 Excellent
"I always enjoy coming here when I visit Santa Cruz, always clean and a very quite place to stay"
David 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Continental Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"We were impressed by the room; it was very clean and cozy. The hotel is located near the ocean, within walking distance. We were very pleased."
Svitlana 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

8/10 Good
"Nice staff, good parking, great location— pretty good deal for the area."
Jess 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Beachview Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed here with my adult son in a room with two queen beds. It was great to have valet parking taken care of for 23 dollars a day. When looking at places to stay, parking was a big issue and this hotel just takes care of it for you. The location was so central that we did not need to take the car out until we were leaving. The room was really nice and clean and had a couch seating area. All the staff were friendly and attentive. They all need raises. The complementary breakfast had lots of variety. They have a bar that serves bar food until I think 10-11pm. We didn’t use the pool or gym, but they seemed to be nice. I will be returning to Santa Cruz for genealogical research and hope to be able to stay here."
Denise 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms, ac worked great and within walking distance to the Boardwalk"
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Walking distance to Boardwalk, park across the street, near restaurants. Staff was very nice and helpful."
Alita 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good
"Todo estuvo bien la habitación estaba bien limpia"
Javier 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Solares

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Dawn Madden

Seabright Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seabright Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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Santa Cruz Main Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Sky Glider

Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harbor Beach during your trip to Lower Seabright? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Cocoanut Grove

Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is located in a walkable area of Lower Seabright known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 238 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Other good choices within a short distance include Seaside Inn & Suites and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Expedia has 238 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.