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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$380 per night
AU$380
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
1.52 km from city centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz: Business-friendly hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Guests love the helpful staff!
Pool
Breakfast included
Free cancellation
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$527 per night
AU$527
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
1.84 km from city centre
Dream Inn Santa Cruz: Eco-certified resort with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Located by the ocean.
Pool
Spa
Free cancellation
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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$337 per night
AU$337
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
1.37 km from city centre
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz: Business-friendly hotel with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Located near the beach.
Pool
Spa
Free cancellation
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$295 per night
AU$295
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
0.33 km from city centre
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Located near whale watching.
Pool
Hot tub
Free cancellation
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Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$426 per night
AU$426
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
4.03 km from city centre
Chaminade Resort & Spa: Pet-friendly resort with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Located near the boardwalk.
Pool
Hot tub
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$257 per night
AU$257
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
0.69 km from city centre
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG: Business-friendly hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located near theme parks.
Pool
Breakfast included
Free cancellation
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$158 per night
AU$158
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
0.99 km from city centre
Surf City Inn and Suites: Pet-friendly motel with free WiFi and an indoor pool. Located by the sea.
Pool
Hot tub
Free cancellation
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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 AU$241 per night
AU$241
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
6.41 km from city centre
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Located in the mountains.
Pool
Hot tub
Free cancellation
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Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$328 per night
AU$328
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
1.57 km from city centre
Marea Sol Hotel: Beach hotel with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Located near the beach.
Pool
Free WiFi
Free cancellation
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Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AU$207 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$207
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees

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Rio Sands Hotel

Rio Sands Hotel

116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Accommodation In Santa Cruz

Known as “Surf City”, Santa Cruz, California—with its adventurous activities, Spanish colonial history, cultural attractions and live-and-let-live attitude—is what locals might call “totally dope”. That’s surfer slang for pretty darn cool. Ready to get a taste of that life? Book accommodation in Santa Cruz and pack your bags for a holiday on the beach.

Things to Do in Santa Cruz

For an old-school Americana vibe, book Santa Cruz hotels near the Beach Boardwalk, where you can get a sugar rush from cotton candy, scream as you ride a wooden roller coaster and have a staring contest with the Pacific Ocean (warning: You’ll probably lose). To learn more about life in that ocean, tour the Seymour Marine Discovery Center and gawk at the giant blue whale skeleton. Santa Cruz holidays aren't complete without a visit to the Mystery Spot, a famous location where gravity just doesn't seem to work right. Round out your day with a walk around the University of California campus.

The surf’s always up in Santa Cruz, and you can learn all about it at the Surfing Museum. If you're more interested in hitting the waves, top surf spots include Cowell Beach and Steamer Lane. After spending the day at sea, greet the night by checking out the restaurants and bars located on Pacific Avenue and near Main Beach.

Getting To & Around Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is 53 km from San Jose International Airport (SJC) and 98 km from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), so finding a flight is easy. (Plus, you can book accommodation in San Francisco to explore its famous Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf and more.) Santa Cruz has great bus service; or, explore car hire options on Wotif. But if you want to go like a local, rent two wheels instead: Biking is a great way to get around.

What are you waiting for? Sure, Wotif’s awesome deals on Santa Cruz accommodation aren’t going anywhere, but you deserve a break ASAP. Check us out and get ready to learn the meaning of “West Coast, best coast”.

Santa Cruz hotels essential information

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AU$158
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Popular hotels
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, Dream Inn Santa Cruz, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, Chaminade Resort & Spa, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG, Surf City Inn and Suites, Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, Marea Sol Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Santa Cruz?
If Santa Cruz is your holiday headquarters, drop your bags and switch to chillax mode at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola. A staffed front desk and blackout curtains are a couple of reasons guests fall in love with this place. Want quick access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of Santa Cruz California? Then check in to Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA, another one of our highly rated hotels in Santa Cruz. When you're ready to book, Wotif is your not-so-secret weapon to getting incredible deals on Santa Cruz accommodation.
How many days should I spend in Santa Cruz?
Visitors normally spend 2 days discovering Santa Cruz. But how long you go for is your call. Have a look at our top Santa Cruz hotel deals, bag a bargain, and then draw up an itinerary that makes each moment count.
Where should a first-time tourist stay in Santa Cruz?
Many first-time visitors like to stay in the popular neighbourhood of Westside Santa Cruz. That's where you'll find some of the best Santa Cruz hotels, including Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA and Dream Inn Santa Cruz. There are plenty of things to whack on your to-do list in this area, such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Natural Bridges State Park.
How much does a Santa Cruz hotel cost?
No need to sweet-talk the hotel manager --- our filters are all you need for finding AU$158 cheap accommodation in Santa Cruz. Just enter your travel details and fine-tune your search by things like property class, amenities and budget. Oh, and here's another way you can save some dollars: Reserve your Santa Cruz hotel outside the busiest months of March, April and July when rates tend to be higher.
How do I get a cheap hotel in Santa Cruz?
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Which hotels in Santa Cruz are family-friendly?
Pick a great hotel for your break and your little ones will think you're cooler than a ninja on a secret mission. That's why we make it a cinch to look for family accommodation in Santa Cruz. Simply use our "Family friendly" filter to discover digs loaded with kid-approved amenities like pools, playgrounds and organised activities. Here are three we reckon you're gonna like:


What is the best area to stay in Santa Cruz?
Nail that whole "location, location, location" thingy and secure your Santa Cruz hotel in the areas of Water Street Corridor, Soquel Avenue Corridior or Lower Ocean. While these neighbourhoods take centre stage, there are stacks of other great Santa Cruz accommodation options available nearby. Click on our "View map" feature at the top of the page to find stays close to sights you don't wanna miss.

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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5 / 5
It’s a great place to stay. Will return.
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