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Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn |
7.1 / 10 (389 Reviews) |
From 134$ | |
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz |
8.4 / 10 (817 Reviews) |
From 149$ | |
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz |
7.4 / 10 (322 Reviews) |
From 124$ | |
Dream Inn Santa Cruz |
8.7 / 10 (859 Reviews) |
From 239$ | |
Beach Street Inn And Suites |
9.0 / 10 (1162 Reviews) |
From 155$ |
A recent study by Trivago found that the average price for a hotel room in Santa Cruz, California was $213, with the cheapest rooms available at the Central hotels. This is much higher than the average prices for hotels in other California cities, such as San Francisco ($191) and Los Angeles ($161).
So, why should visitors choose a Central hotel when travelling to Santa Cruz? One reason is that these hotels are centrally located, making it easy to explore the city. The main attractions, such as the beach, the Boardwalk, and the downtown district, are all within walking distance of the Central hotels.
In addition, Central hotels offer a wide range of amenities, including free WiFi, free parking, and on-site restaurants. And, because of their location, these hotels tend to be much quieter than those in other parts of Santa Cruz.
So, if you're looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay in Santa Cruz, be sure to check out the Central hotels.
Best Hotels Downtown Santa Cruz
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Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
From 134$
The 3-star Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is set 6 km from The Mystery Spot and 2.8 km from University of California at Santa Cruz. There is a photocopy machine, a business centre and a desk at the inn.
This venue is located in Westside Santa Cruz district, not far from Ocean Street. The accommodation is set within 1 km from Santa Cruz city centre. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is placed a few minutes' drive from DeLaveaga Park.
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
From 149$
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and a sundeck, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz Hotel is located in Westside Santa Cruz district, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. The centre of Santa Cruz is within 1 km of the venue, and Abbott Square is about 1 km away.
This hotel has a central setting just a short drive from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. The property is located next to Ocean Street.
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Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
From 124$
Best Western Inn, set in Westside Santa Cruz district, approximately 10 minutes by car from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, features a free carpark and a sauna on site. The Mystery Spot is less than 4.4 km away.
The venue is located along sand beach, about 2 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. This accommodation is just off First United Pentecostal Church of Santa Cruz and 45 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. A short drive will take you to Museum of Art and History.
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz is set 0.9 km to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and boasts a shared lounge, a golf course and a bar. The property is set in Westside Santa Cruz district, in vicinity of Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.
The inn is set about 5 minutesโ walk from the surfing beach. Sky Glider is within 0.8 km from the accommodation. University of California at Santa Cruz is also a couple of minutes' drive away.
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Beach Street Inn And Suites
From 155$
The 3-star Beach Street Inn And Suites Santa Cruz is only 7 minutes' walk to the Wide Main Sandy Beach. Located at a reasonable distance from University of California at Santa Cruz, the venue offers 45 rooms with breathtaking views.
The hotel is set in Westside Santa Cruz district, in vicinity of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. This accommodation is also 5 minutesโ walk from Cowell Beach. Beach Street Inn And Suites is a few minutes walk from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
Hotels in Santa Cruz
Airport nearby โ๏ธ | Monterey Peninsula, Oakland International, Mineta San Jose International, San Francisco International |
Average Price ๐ฐ | 250$ |
Hotels in Santa Cruz ๐จ | 80 |
Hotel Reviews โญ | 3870 |
Landmarks nearby ๐ | University of California at Santa Cruz, Wilder Ranch State Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Museum of Art and History, Cave Train |
Hotel with a view ๐ | Best Western Plus All Suites Inn |
Top Service Hotel ๐ | Hyatt Place Santa Cruz |
Best mid-range Hotel ๐ด | Best Western Inn Santa Cruz |
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Pacific Blue Inn
From 114$
Seabright State Sandy Beach is 2.2 km from Pacific Blue Inn Santa Cruz, while Cowell Beach is 800 metres away. All guests can enjoy free Wi Fi throughout the property and access to a gym.
The property is located 1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from University of California at Santa Cruz. Attractions within walking distance include Santa Cruz Wharf Pier and Tea House Spa.
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Hotel Solares
From 101$
Featuring a cable flat-screen and entertainment activities, Hotel Solares Santa Cruz enjoys a premium location, around 10 minutes' drive from University of California at Santa Cruz. Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the venue is set 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park.
The accommodation is located 1 km from the centre of Santa Cruz and a couple of minutes' drive from Pacific Garden Mall. It is set in the tourist area, a few steps from Beach Flats Community Garden. Cocoanut Grove is also located near the hotel.
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Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling
From 107$
Offering free self-parking and a golf course, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling Santa Cruz is in 25 minutes' stroll of Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the motel is set 7 km from The Mystery Spot.
The venue is located off the Wide Main Sandy Beach, just 10 minutes' walk from the city centre. beach is 750 metres away. Seabright State Sandy Beach is also a couple of minutes' drive away.
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Carousel Beach Inn
From 159$
The 2-star Carousel Beach Inn Santa Cruz is situated in a 13-minute walk away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. The property provides 16 guestrooms appointed with free Wi-Fi, climate control and multi-channel television for a pleasant stay in Santa Cruz.
Neary Lagoon Park is less than 1.4 km away. The city centre is within 15 minutes' walk away. Carousel Beach Inn is a short ride from Cowell Beach.
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Quality Inn Santa Cruz
From 72$
Quality Inn Santa Cruz, located about 10 minutes' drive from The Mystery Spot, offers guests free self-parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a sundeck. Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, this inn is 15 minutes walk from the centre of Santa Cruz.
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is less than 2.5 km away. The venue is also next door to Kiva Retreat House, and near a motorway. You can get to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park in a few minutes by car.
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Drift Inn, Llc
From 79$
Budget Inn Santa Cruz is a 2-star property 20 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. 24-hour front desk and housekeeping as well as free parking and a terrace are on hand.
Located 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Santa Cruz, the venue is close to Mike Fox Skate Park. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier can be reached in 5 minutes' drive. A short driving distance to University of California at Santa Cruz is a perk for guests staying at Budget Inn Santa Cruz.
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The Inn At Pasatiempo
From 169$
The 3-star Inn At Pasatiempo Santa Cruz is located a 10-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Featuring 54 rooms with views of the garden, this inn is set within a short ride from University of California at Santa Cruz.
The property is situated 3 km from Santa Cruz city centre and 50 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church can be reached in about 25 minutes' walk.
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Edgewater Beach Inn & Suites
From 292$
Offering a sundeck and barbeque grills, and views of the garden, Edgewater Beach Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is located a mere 10 minutes' stroll to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. The venue is situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, near Cowell Beach.
This accommodation is in a 25-minute walk from Ocean View Park. You can reach the centre of Santa Cruz in 10 minutes on foot. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is also located near the hotel. You can get to University of California at Santa Cruz in a few minutes by car.
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Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
From 79$
Overlooking the river, the 4-star Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is located 850 metres from the Wide Main Sandy Beach. The venue is set in Westside Santa Cruz district, a few steps from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.
The accommodation is situated 1 km from Santa Cruz city centre and 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. Pacific Garden Mall is 12 minutes on foot from the inn. Ocean View Park is a few minutes' drive away.
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Pacific Inn Santa Cruz
From 209$
The 2-star Pacific Inn Santa Cruz comprises air-conditioned rooms in 15 minutes' walk from the Wide Main Sandy Beach. Guests can enjoy high-speed Internet access in the rooms, as well as free self-parking, an indoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi on site.
Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the inn is set 1.4 km from Pacific Garden Mall. The centre of Santa Cruz is about a 10-minute walk away. Only some steps from the hotel, Beach Flats Community Garden is set.
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, An Ihg Hotel
From 100$
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, located 4.5 km from The Mystery Spot, offers guests an outdoor swimming pool, a sauna and a Jacuzzi. Set within a few minutes' drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, it is a business accommodation to stay in Westside Santa Cruz district of the city.
The venue is situated 2 km from Santa Cruz city centre and 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. The inn features 100 contemporary rooms featuring coffee/tea making machines and refrigerator.
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Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
From 86$
Located a few minutes' drive from Cowell Beach, Capri Motel Santa Cruz offers 17 air-conditioned rooms. The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio is 300 metres away while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park is about 1.3 km away from the venue.
Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, this motel is 10 minutes walk from the centre of Santa Cruz. The beach is 500 metres away. The accommodation is close to Mike Fox Skate Park.
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Located 650 metres from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, the 2-star Seaway Inn offers air-conditioned rooms within an 8-minute walk of the Wide Main Sandy Beach. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like Wi Fi throughout the venue and access to a photocopy machine and a business centre.
The centre of Santa Cruz can be reached within a 15-minute walk. The beach is 150 metres away. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is also located near the accommodation. The hotel is only a short drive from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
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Ocean Pacific Lodge
From 109$
Ocean Pacific Lodge Santa Cruz is a 2-star venue within 10 minutes' walk to the Wide Main Sandy Beach. Guests are welcome to use complimentary parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi for general purposes and computers and a photocopy machine for business needs.
Situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, the accommodation is set around 11 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. It is located a 10-minute walk from the centre of Santa Cruz. Museum of Art and History is also located near the hotel. University of California at Santa Cruz is just a few minutes' drive away.
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Salt Air Lodge
From 192$
Located 15 minutes' walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, the 2-star Salt Air Lodge Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms a 17 minutes' walk of the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach". You can benefit from free self parking and an outdoor swimming pool.
The property is set within 10 minutes' walk of the centre of Santa Cruz, not far from Beach Flats Community Garden. The hotel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz district, close to Cocoanut Grove. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is just a short drive away.
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Aqua Breeze Inn
From 89$
Aqua Breeze Inn Santa Cruz is rated 2 stars and is placed about 13 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. Boasting location next to the Wide Main Sandy Beach, the venue offers 26 rooms together with a snack bar onsite.
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is less than 2 km away. Guests can get to Santa Cruz city centre, which is 1 km away. The protected Lighthouse Field State Beach is just a short drive away.