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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Cruz hotels

Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"Great hidden gem"
United States
Dillon
The price is RM364
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Pacific Blue Inn
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1236)
"The location is great, parking is convenient, staff courteous and the breakfast was excellent quality (simple but quality food)."
United States
Kevin
The price is RM477
RM552 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1237)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is RM366
RM424 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is RM458
RM531 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
10.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
United States
Ariana
The price is RM433
RM503 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1150)
"Clean rooms, great stay, nice amenities, courteous staff, restaurant food fresh and tasty! "
United States
Delsie
The price is RM426
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1268)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"It’s a unique place in the midst of nature trails and old Redwood trees. It’s also positioned with a direct overland path to the ocean. All around a good choice for a stay."
United States
William.Leo
The price is RM586
RM841 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1030)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Todd
The price is RM430
RM499 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is RM316
RM392 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (763)
"Good value."
United States
David
The price is RM291
RM413 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (615)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is RM426
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1183)
"Beautiful area"
United States
Connie
The price is RM318
RM511 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is RM365
RM455 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Mission Inn
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is RM449
RM520 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1319)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is RM402
RM467 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Marea Sol Hotel
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (922)
"Place is really nice friendly people "
United States
Manny
Seaside Inn & Suites
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Everything Staff is great and clean and quiet !"
United States
Richard
The price is RM229
RM292 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Surf City Inn and Suites
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is RM307
RM398 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Beachview Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz

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

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue.

Eastside Santa Cruz

Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

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

While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, walking distance from downtown. Front desk, restaurant staff and housekeeping personnel very professional and friendly."
Perla 7-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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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 Expedia customer reviews, Pacific Blue Inn is the highest ranked property 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.