Hotels in Lower Ocean, Santa Cruz

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Our top choices for Lower Ocean hotels

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (954 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is RM303
RM351 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (87 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is RM303
RM340 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Drift Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"This place always comes through with the perfect accommodations. Minutes walk from the boardwalk."
United States
Yesenia
The price is RM321
RM373 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Torch Lite Inn

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
6.8 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful, booked 3 rooms for whole family, there were a all next to each other. We'll had fun in pool, great vacation"
United States
Darlene
The price is RM329
RM461 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Hotel Solares

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (856 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Richard
The price is RM321
RM428 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
5.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was a minimal hotel good for an overnight stay. The management, staff and parking was all great! I'd recommend it for the budget and limited amenities. "
United States
Geneva
The price is RM313
RM387 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Motel Santa Cruz

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,058 reviews)
"Check in was effortless and customer service was excellent!"
United States
Robert G
The price is RM318
RM391 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Surf City Inn and Suites

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
The price is RM607
RM692 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Ocean Gate Inn

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Really like the historic hotel "
United States
Ed
The price is RM310
RM359 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
6.6 km from Lower Ocean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (993 reviews)
"Excellent location."
United States
Chris
The price is RM757
RM861 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Monarch Cove Inn

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Loved the resort facilities, room and the View restaurant was amazing!"
United States
Kully
The price is RM497
RM735 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (506 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is RM457
RM573 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Fern River Resort

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Lower Ocean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (215 reviews)
"Adorable hotel! The room was so cute. Close to the pier and boardwalk. Great price! "
United States
Lamar
The price is RM710
RM835 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Seaway Inn

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Lower Ocean
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is RM490
RM818 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Bella Notte

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Best motel in town"
United States
Adam B
The price is RM401
RM494 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Mission Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location Clean and maintained Quiet Great breakfast"
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM570
RM654 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,299 reviews)
"Conveniently located near the boardwalk. Staff were friendly and helpful and the hotel is always clean."
United States
Gabriela
The price is RM654
RM750 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good breakfast and nice clean room Very quiet and pleasant"
United States
Mario
The price is RM574
RM661 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.6 km from Lower Ocean
7.0 out of 10, Good, (643 reviews)
"Room was very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was good."
United States
REGINALD
The price is RM472
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Comfort Inn Watsonville

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent in all aspects, including the best breakfast we have experienced in any hotel."
United States
Edmond
The price is RM570
RM654 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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Compare popular hotels in Lower Ocean

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
954 reviews
View
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
6.8
1,007 reviews
View
Balcony view
Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
6.8
1,000 reviews
View
Ecotours
Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
5.0
1,002 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lower Ocean

Find the best Lower Ocean areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

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 Pleasure Point Park.

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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lower Ocean?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Lower Ocean's Lower Ocean neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Ocean Street as part of your Lower Ocean travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on our traveller data, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Lower Ocean. This hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Surf City Inn and Suites and Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.
How many hotels are there in Lower Ocean?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options in Lower Ocean to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Lower Ocean area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Lower Ocean.
What is there to do around this Lower Ocean neighbourhood?
Ocean Street is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Ocean. While you're out sightseeing, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pacific Garden Mall are a couple of additional sights to visit in Lower Ocean.