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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (863)
"Super great space for the price."
The price is P7,941
P9,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Pacific Blue Inn
ROYAL INN
1 bedroom, desk

ROYAL INN

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (20)
"it was a nice place "
The price is P4,885
P5,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
ROYAL INN
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Lobby sitting area

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Great staff and hotel"
The price is P8,207
P9,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Valley Inn
Front of property

Valley Inn

2.5 star property
5.6 out of 10, (298)
"Nice little motel. Clean "
Valley Inn
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Inn Watsonville

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (581)
"Clean, quiet, friendly staff"
The price is P6,750
P7,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Free buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"The property was clean , well lighting, felt safe."
The price is P9,655
P11,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Rodeway Inn
Outdoor pool

Rodeway Inn

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (1010)
"It was in a great location short distances from shopping centers and the highway to either Santa Cruz and Monterey "
The price is P4,128
P4,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Rodeway Inn
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Lobby

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (1006)
"Great staff, nice pool."
The price is P4,298
P4,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (850)
"It was nice experience to stay in the hotel ."
The price is P8,708
P10,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
Lobby

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Room was very clean and pleasant."
The price is P8,084
P9,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
Los Gatos Lodge
Restaurant

Los Gatos Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1008)
"The location was great"
Los Gatos Lodge
Hotel Los Gatos
Outdoor pool

Hotel Los Gatos

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Love this hotel and it’s accessibility to the restaurants and shopping! "
The price is P10,226
P13,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hotel Los Gatos
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Terrace/patio

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (614)
"Great stay"
The price is P6,633
P7,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Lobby

Inn At Moss Landing Point

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (858)
"Great property and staff."
The price is P12,363
P14,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Balcony view

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (512)
"Friendly, helpful staff, clean and beautifully decorated.—very unique"
The price is P8,187
P9,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
Terrace/patio

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Nice and reasonably placed hotel "
The price is P8,854
P11,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
Seascape Beach Resort
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Seascape Beach Resort

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (757)
"Wonderful access to the beach and great views from the cliff. "
The price is P21,338
P27,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Seascape Beach Resort
Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1015)
"Enjoyed our stay, impressed with the amenities and what it offers so close to the beach. Staff helpful, great place to stay if you don’t book a beach house, this is next best. "
Rio Sands Hotel
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1079)
"The rooms are always great and the restaurant is delicious and fun. "
The price is P8,181
P9,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Monarch Cove Inn
Front of property

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (864)
"We had a great time staying at the Monarch Cove Inn, it was beautiful and Katrina was very accommodating. "
The price is P10,907
P12,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Monarch Cove Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz

Find the best Downtown Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Westside Santa Cruz map

Westside Santa Cruz

4 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

Eastside Santa Cruz map

Eastside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

Pleasure Point map

Pleasure Point

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

Beach Hill - Beach Flats map

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Upper Seabright map

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Quick getaway "
Brian 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Santa Cruz like?

Downtown Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants and biking. Are you looking for Downtown Santa Cruz travel tips? Be sure to check out Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're in the neighborhood.

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

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Pacific Blue Inn is the highest ranked property in Downtown Santa Cruz. This guesthouse is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers in-room fireplaces and free WiFi.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Santa Cruz.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Santa Cruz?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown Santa Cruz, click here.

What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighborhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Downtown Santa Cruz, consider Pacific Garden Mall or Pacific Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Williams-Reynolds House, and Town Clock. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mission Santa Cruz are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.