Downtown Santa Cruz Hotels, Santa Cruz

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1097 Cheap Hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1065)
"very home-y and clean vibe"
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1292)
"My husband and I enjoyed this place. It's right across the street from the Wharf, boardwalk, and the beach. The rooms are pretty clean. I like the wooden flooring they have. I also like the private balcony seating we got with ours"
The price is AU$276
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1042)
"Liked the location, and the free breakfast was good. "
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (691)
"We paid for a beach view we got a partial other wise everything was nice "
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Marea Sol Hotel
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great location. Walking distance to the ocean and downtown."
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"The front desk staff was so friendly and professional. Our room had phenomenal views and was beautiful and spacious. I highly recommend this gorgeous hotel!!"
The price is AU$418
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (644)
"Room was clean with basic but working facilities. Staff were friendly and good location near downtown. Some very rowdy guests tarnished our stay banging on walls and smoking weed at 4am. Not the perfect hotel but still worth a stay. "
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Seaside Inn & Suites
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1127)
"I liked the very kind and helpful person at the front desk!"
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (672)
"Very clean"
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"We had a great stay at Beach Street Inn and Suites. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. The hotel is right across the street from the beach and the Santa Cruz Wharf, and just a short walk to the boardwalk. It was close to restaurants and shopping on the wharf. My family stayed here when I was a child and it holds many fond memories. It was a great stay. We'll be back."
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Lovely property, great service, excellent restaurant. Lots more amenities than we could indulge in during our short stay. Planning to return."
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Such a nice clean facility. Wonderful complementary breakfast."
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Rooms are nice, location isn’t too far from the boardwalk or downtown too. "
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Torch Lite Inn
Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Great experience"
The price is AU$339
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great staff, clean and super nice!"
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Continental Inn
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Super clean. Very convenient and easy check in. "
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Continental Inn
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Quiet clean "
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Mission Inn
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The breakfast was great and the staff were very friendly. "
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Will definitely be coming back."
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (827)
"Easy drive to Santa Cruz! "
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Santa Cruz like?

Downtown Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and cycling. Are you looking for Downtown Santa Cruz travel tips? Make sure that you visit Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're in the neighbourhood.

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

Based on our traveller data, Pacific Blue Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Santa Cruz. This guest house 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 room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Santa Cruz.

What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?

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 neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Cruz include Williams-Reynolds House, Town Clock and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Mission Santa Cruz and Ocean Street are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.