Eastside Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz
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Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Harbor

Santa Cruz Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Santa Cruz Harbor
Pleasure Point Park

Pleasure Point Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Pleasure Point Park
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk as part of your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Mystery Spot

Mystery Spot

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Park

Explore the great outdoors at Natural Bridges State Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
Santa Cruz Wharf

Santa Cruz Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf

Things to do

Humpback Whale Breaching

Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

P23,318
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

P4,955
Per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

P7,520
Per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Bixby Bridge

Big Sur Private SUV Charter - San Francisco Round trip or One way

P72,286
Per adult
Big Sur Private SUV Charter - San Francisco Round trip or One way
Bixby Bridge

Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco

P53,165
Per adult
Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

P6,937
Per adult
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area
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Top hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is P8,605 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P8,605
P9,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (472 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,291 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
P4,291
P4,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (525 reviews)
"Comfortable beds and spacious room with nice tv. WiFi was spotty. One pillow case had lipstick and a boot print on it and one towel was not clean. Quiet space."

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2024

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Harbor Inn
Harbor Inn
2 out of 5
645 Seventh Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (327 reviews)
"Loved the Harbor Inn, comfy bed, definitely better experience than a Main Stream Hotel…!"

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2024

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Harbor Inn
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is P5,144 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P5,144
P6,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
A destination property.
"Lovely property, great service, excellent restaurant. Lots more amenities than we could indulge in during our short stay. Planning to return."

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is P5,750 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
P5,750
P6,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,065 reviews)
"very home-y and clean vibe"

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2024

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Los Gatos Lodge
Los Gatos Lodge
3 out of 5
50 Los Gatos-Saratoga Road, Los Gatos, CA
The price is P7,573 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P7,573
P8,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Gatos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The location is very good near to downtown Los Gatos. Old property but very well kept."

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Los Gatos Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Eastside Santa Cruz

Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky

Upper Seabright

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

Upper Seabright
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Midtown

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midtown and surrounding area, you can visit Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue.

Midtown
Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky

Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright
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Bananna Belt

While Bananna Belt isn't home to many top sights, Ocean Street and DeLaveaga Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bananna Belt
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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.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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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.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz