Top 10 Hotels Near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz for 2026

Q: What's the area like around Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 171 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Q: What's the best place to stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Adjacent to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Casablanca On The Beach .

Q: How many hotels can I expect to find close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Expedia has 171 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Q: If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Q: What can I see and do near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum or Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park.

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Our top choices for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center hotels

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

1. Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Andrew

RM1,029 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Stephen

RM1,292 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

marco

RM790 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

4. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Angelica

RM680 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

5. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Monika

RM778 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

6. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

William Thomas

RM624 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jul - 24 Jul

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Lawrence

RM555 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

8. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Clifford

RM955 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

9. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Alexandre

RM789 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

10. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Brittany

RM566 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

11. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Kelly

RM530 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

12. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Jacqueline

RM487 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

13. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Nahabi

RM397 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Maria

RM515 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, individually furnished

15. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Michael

RM566 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 0.8 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Michael

RM484 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jul - 31 Jul

17. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Guadalupe

RM752 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

18. Best Western Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

jorge

RM651 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

19. Continental Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Britney

RM447 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

20. Torch Lite Inn

Lower Ocean, 0.8 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Fiona

RM397 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Mission Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 687 reviews	View

Top Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Hotel Reviews

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good

"Good hotel, reasonable price and not far from the boardwalk."

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I was on a trip to Santa Cruz for couple of nights. Booked this Inn for the proximity of the beach and the parking. It seriously takes 2 minutes to go to the beach/Wharf, and walking distance there are a ton of great restaurants, gift shops, coffee, ice cream, everything. Boardwalk is 2 minutes walk as well. It’s a room with shower and bed so that’s all I needed. I am giving it 5 stars because of the location and price. Don’t expect anything too fancy, there’s a fridge but not coffee maker or hangers. I didn’t care anyway, it felt safe and nothing can beat that location for the price!"

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This location was great and the staff was excellent and the rooms are very clean. Also they are pet friendly and have bags for pet and are for Fido to go. However There were some rude guest who are irresponsible dog owners and so pick up after fido. However I definitely stay here again and I would recommend it 5 stars great place."

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A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 171 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Adjacent to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Casablanca On The Beach.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Expedia has 171 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

What can I see and do near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum or Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park.

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Our top choices for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center hotels

1. Bella Notte

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

4. Mission Inn

5. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

6. Pacific Blue Inn

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

8. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

9. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10. Hitching Post Studios Inn

11. Rio Vista Suites

12. Seaside Inn & Suites

13. National 9 Santa Cruz

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

15. Beachview Inn

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

17. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

18. Best Western Inn

19. Continental Inn

20. Torch Lite Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Top Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Hotel Reviews

Hotel Solares

Hotels near other Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center attractions

Santa Cruz Wharf

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