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Discover 1,152 Downtown Santa Cruz hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Newly Renovated 2 Queens, Street View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1228)
"Great view. Great unexpected amenities like spa robes and slippers. Patio furniture was comfortable for prime ocean viewing. This was our second stay and we lucked out that this time we had amazing views of the fireworks for the big dippers 100th bday celebration. So fun. We will be back "
The price is $121
$174 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Casablanca On The Beach
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (375)
"The clerk was really friendly and nice. Nice rooms. "
The price is $79
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Seaside Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (385)
"Glad to see Santa Cruz is updating and continuing to update. This hotel is in a prime location. It’s a nice and clean hotel. The staffs were friendly and very helpful. Parkings are limited. Our beach front view from our balcony was beautiful, minus the homeless tent in front us (on the beach sidewalk) and the homeless guys shooting up heroine. No worries. He left people a lone. "
The price is $149
$169 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Marea Sol Hotel
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Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The boardwalk, wharf and the beach was walking distance. On site restaurant was very nice to have drinks, breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is a long trail to walk along the property. "
The price is $233
$266 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (398)
"Very easy to go back and forth from the beach and boardwalk. "
The price is $119
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great hotel! Brand new, the pool is the best part especially at night, super clean, kind staff, good breakfast, we will be back!!"
The price is $140
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Room felt small and cluttered; restaurant onsite was nice. Stay was pleasant, but didn’t feel worth over $300 a night. "
The price is $127
$145 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1045)
"I like everything but the only issue that I have it was a misunderstanding with breakfast they told me from 7 AM to 10:30 PM. And we arrive at 10 o’clock and they already close on the other hand. Another issue that we had was that didn’t tell us that we need to request housekeeping service."
The price is $107
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Property grounds
Continental Inn
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"We love thia place. They are clean a d close to everything. It is very walkable to downtown "
The price is $79
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Continental Inn
Exterior
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (807)
"Good"
The price is $122
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (938)
"Close to highway and very clean."
The price is $118
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Nature is beautiful"
The price is $215
$286 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (378)
"It was close to the boardwalk "
The price is $106
$142 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Very nice motel. The staff was excellent and very accommodating. Plenty of dining options within walking distance. "
The price is $89
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Honestly i like everything, place it’s close to the main attractions they are very friendly, rooms are clean just what you need when you need it!!"
The price is $69
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Beachview Inn
Restaurant
Los Gatos Lodge
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Serene and quiet. Beautiful grounds. The buildings are from the sixties and floor’s creak. On its last leg."
The price is $160
$179 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Los Gatos Lodge
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Clean renovated room. Lots of space, parking is convenient. I would stay there again."
The price is $81
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East
Front of property
Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (666)
"It's not every day you get to stay in a home that was built in 1895. Yes the floors are a bit slanted and the toilet is super low to the ground - it's all part of the charm. Easy walk to cute downtown Capitola. Super quiet neighborhood and well maintained property. Breakfast was brought to us at exactly the time we had requested. We will be back."
The price is $177
$202 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Monarch Cove Inn
Exterior
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Perfect for the price. Nice location right off the highway, but very quiet and serene setting. Would definitely stay again!"
The price is $119
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Aerial view
Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"The property is located directly across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Clean, the staff is nice, rooms are older, but well kept. Will definitely stay again. "
The price is $80
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Aqua Breeze Inn
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Downtown Santa Cruz Travel Info

Number of reviews
17,261
Location
Santa Cruz, United States of America
Similar neighborhoods
Westside Santa Cruz, Lower Ocean and Live Oak
Accommodation
1,152 hotels
Lowest price
$69
Highest price
$233

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?

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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.

Recent reviews of Downtown Santa Cruz hotels

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

5/5 Excellent
"The clerk was really friendly and nice. Nice rooms. "
A verified traveler stayed at Seaside Inn & Suites
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Seaside Inn & Suites