This is a small state park at the northern end of Santa Cruz' scenic West Cliff Drive and a little over a mile from the Boardwalk, wharf and Main Beach. A couple of times a year you can see Monarch butterflies during their migration. They are not in the numbers of years past, but you'll still see some.

If you walk north towards the rocks during low tide you will find some amazing tidepools full of sea anenomes, sea urchins, starfish, crabs, hermit crabs, and all sorts of marine life. The tidepools are on a ledge, so the tide needs to be quite high (>4 ft?) to reach them.

The beach is absolutely stunning at sunset.

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Where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

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Eastside Santa Cruz

Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

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Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.

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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 Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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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.

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Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

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"The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. The hotel was in an excellent location to the beach, boardwalk and wharf. The room was very clean and comfortable for our family. We'll definitely return!"

Frequently asked questions

What is Westside Santa Cruz like?

Westside Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Westside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Westside Santa Cruz?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Seaway Inn is a highly ranked property in Westside Santa Cruz. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers free parking and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Beach Street Inn and Suites and Mission Inn.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Westside Santa Cruz area?

Expedia has 166 hotels and other accommodation options in Westside 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 Westside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Westside Santa Cruz.

What is there to do in this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?

Explore Westside Santa Cruz's landmarks such as Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Lighthouse Point Park and Williams-Reynolds House and learn about the local history. Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Neary Lagoon Park, Pacific Garden Mall and Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing are just a few of the places to visit in and around Westside Santa Cruz. Mission Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Mission Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaside Inn & Suites

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Beachview Inn

Surf City Inn and Suites

Continental Inn

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Casablanca On The Beach

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Torch Lite Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz

Pleasure Point

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Downtown Santa Cruz

Upper Seabright

Top Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

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