Westlake
Santa Cruz
Popular places to visit
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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.
Santa Cruz Wharf
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.
Mystery Spot
Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Natural Bridges State Park
You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Ocean Street
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.
Pacific Avenue
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop
Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour
Santa Cruz Ice Cream Tour 4 Stops Samples Full Scoops
Top hotels in Westlake
Chaminade Resort & Spa
"This resort is fantastic! The room was spacious, beautiful, and very clean. We especially enjoyed the view of the woods, which made the stay feel peaceful and relaxing. The surroundings were lovely, and the overall atmosphere made for a great experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
"The only thing we disliked was that the air conditioner was very loud. Hotel has free valet parking which was a nice surprise. We enjoyed the restaurant with ocean view and our room was also ocean view."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"Highly recommend this place! The most beautiful hotel I’ve ever stayed at, friendly staff, very clean, and close to beach and restaurants. Can’t wait to come back for another memorable visit."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
"The room was always clean and comfortable. There was plenty of secure parking below the building. The staff was helpful and friendly."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
"Great convenient location for boardwalk activities. It felt safe and clean."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westlake
Harvey West
When in Harvey West, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Mission Hill
While visiting Mission Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mission Santa Cruz.
Nobel
While Nobel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and Swift Street Courtyard.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House.
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.
