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Sunny Cove Motel

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 4.3 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as...

r
ran
From
Israel
The place is close to the beach, The host is very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
Price from
US$105
1 night, 2 adults
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Beachside retreat

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Set in Santa Cruz, the recently renovated Beachside retreat offers accommodation 400 metres from Sunny Cove Beach and 4.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$345.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise with NEW Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Comprising a spa and wellness centre and a garden, Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise with NEW Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi is a recently renovated accommodation in Santa Cruz located close...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$684.86
1 night, 2 adults
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The Midtown Cottage- w/ Private Entrance and Views

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Situated in Santa Cruz, the recently renovated The Midtown Cottage- w/ Private Entrance and Views features accommodation 2.9 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 4.3 km from Mark Abbott Memorial...

A
Andrea
From
Netherlands
After a first (lesser) impression upon arrival, you are surprised when you enter the room. Convenient with access code on the door. Everything is there, clean towels, nice shower, comfortable bed, plates/cutlery for when you want to eat something, coffee machine. Lovely terrace behind the room with 2 nice chairs.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
US$172.80
1 night, 2 adults
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SeaSide Inn & Suites

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Set in Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

K
Karolis
From
Lithuania
Friendly staff, morning coffe, warm room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,030 reviews
Price from
US$80.10
1 night, 2 adults
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Well situated in Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.

B
Beatrice
From
Italy
Very comfy beds! I missed it already! The room was very nice with a huge bathroom and everything impeccably clean! Heated pool is a plus together with the fitness centre.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews
Price from
US$133.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located 2 minutes’ walk away from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Carousel Beach Inn offers rooms equipped with a private balcony. It serves a daily continental breakfast.

E
Elizabeth
From
United States
Staff was amazing! So clean and well organized
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,679 reviews
Price from
US$119
1 night, 2 adults
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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located 3 blocks from the historic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Ocean Pacific Lodge is 100% non-smoking and offers guest rooms with free WiFi.

L
LAWRENCE
From
United States
The staff is very professional and friendly. The check in process was easy and my room was ready when I arrived. There is ample parking and we found a spot near our room. The room was clean and well apportioned. Everything in the room worked perfectly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,097 reviews
Price from
US$79
1 night, 2 adults
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Marea Sol Hotel

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel is well set in Santa Cruz, and features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.

T
Tammy
From
United States
Front end staff Mike And sulie were Great Friendly and helped us out with our stay after a long drive . I will highly recommend to friends and family to stay here .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 851 reviews
Price from
US$127.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, 400 metres from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.

J
James
From
United Kingdom
Great location and felt brand new. Valet car park was fantastic. Staff where very accommodating and recommended a local restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 468 reviews
Price from
US$119
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,405 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,030 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 851 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,679 reviews

Stay connected in Santa Cruz and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews

Aqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.

From US$202.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

Located less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, this hotel is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes’ drive from University of California -Santa Cruz.

From US$119.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle.

From US$283.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

From US$226.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,405 reviews

Located within 5 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf.

From US$87.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 857 reviews

This central Santa Cruz motel is just an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.

From US$81.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

Offering a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel is 5 minutes' walk from downtown Santa Cruz. It offers free WiFi and free parking.

From US$86.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 836 reviews

Located in Santa Cruz, California, 10 minutes from Lighthouse Field State Beach, this hotel features an outdoor pool and bright, contemporary rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV.

From US$132.06 per night

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Mission Inn

Santa Cruz
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 899 reviews

Seymore Marine Discovery is 2 miles from this Santa Cruz area inn. A free breakfast is provided and all rooms offer free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in all rooms at the Mission Inn.

From US$177.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 750 reviews

The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North Santa Cruz is conveniently located where Highway 1 and Highway 17 meet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

From US$122.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 607 reviews

This motel, just 10 minutes' walk from Capitola beach and village, offers free Wi-Fi. A seasonal outdoor swimming pool and guest launderette are available for guest use.

From US$131.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,679 reviews

Located 2 minutes’ walk away from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Carousel Beach Inn offers rooms equipped with a private balcony. It serves a daily continental breakfast.

From US$126.35 per night

Harbor Inn

Santa Cruz
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Within 10 minutes’ drive of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pleasure Point, this Santa Cruz inn offers accommodations with charming décor and free WiFi in all rooms.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Swell House Santa Cruz is situated in Santa Cruz, 4 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 5.5 km from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Santa Cruz, less than 1 km from Sunny Cove Beach and 5.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Relaxing 3 bedroom Santa Cruz house, 5min to beach offers water sports facilities and air...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Santa Cruz in the California region, Cottage at the Point - For 4 features a patio. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge.

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 702 reviews

This motel is off the Santa Cruz Highway One and is 2 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The motel offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi.

From US$89.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

This Newly renovated Santa Cruz, California Inn features free Wi-Fi. It is 8.5 km from the University of California Santa Cruz and guest rooms provide a flat-screen HD TV with HBO channels.

From US$97.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Santa Cruz in the California region, Pleasure Point Surf Retreat features a patio. Guests can benefit from a balcony and an outdoor fireplace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz is set in Santa Cruz.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Amazing Santa Cruz Landscaped Paradise is set in Santa Cruz.

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
Avg. price/night: US$170.09
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews
The room was a good size with good facilities. The hotel was in a great location. The room was very clean.
Guest review by
Catherine
Family with young children

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
Avg. price/night: US$170.09
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews
The hotel is very clean and modern. The staff were friendly and welcoming and the breakfast was good. Our room was very spacious and clean with two queen beds and a sofa seating area. We enjoyed having a balcony too. The hotel is in a nice quiet location but only a short walk from all the fun. The hotel has secure parking. I would recommend this hotel.
Guest review by
Bianca
Family with young children

Islander Motel Santa Cruz CA

Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
Avg. price/night: US$86.55
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Lovely owners - very friendly and helpful. Good quality mattresses and very clean rooms. Perfect location for exploring Santa Cruz and within walking distance of everything you need. Highly recommend!
Guest review by
Helen
Group

Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
Avg. price/night: US$87.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,405 reviews
Very clean, spacious room, location near the beach and broadwalk. The owner was very nice, I booked the wrong date but he was kind enough to let me changed the date & gave us the better room even though there hotel was fully booked, that was “first class” service. put the customer needs before profits.
Guest review by
Tammy
Group

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
Avg. price/night: US$92.53
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
From the minute we arrived, I was very impressed by this accommodation. The location was fantastic, onsite parking is always a bonus and the lady who greeted us at front desk and got us checked in was so welcoming. Our room was spotlessly clean, beautifully furnished and the bed was very comfortable. The free coffee/tea/water/soda etc is also a wonderful service. We absolutely loved our stay here and could not recommend Rio Vista Suites & Inn more!
Guest review by
PetaDamsma
Young couple

Marea Sol Hotel

Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
Avg. price/night: US$148.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 851 reviews
Spacious and very clean room and bathroom in a great location. Could not be better suited for stepping out onto the boardwalk for a cruise / dinner.
Guest review by
Andrew
Family with young children

Beachview Inn

Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
Avg. price/night: US$119.65
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
Great lovely hosts, an awesome location, super cheap and the room was very clean. Included even a mini fridge, microwave and TV. Would come back anytime!
Guest review by
Malyn
Group

Drift Inn, LLC

Cheap hotel in Santa Cruz
Avg. price/night: US$81.15
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 857 reviews
Very clean, ideal location for boulevard. A small selection of rooms which is nice because it's not overcrowded. Nice and quiet too. Newly refurbished bathroom.
Guest review by
Kiera
Young couple

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