Eastside Santa Cruz
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Stay near popular Eastside Santa Cruz attractions
Things to do

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Top hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn
"Great stay."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Bella Notte
"Shower temp could be a bit hotter. Water was like warm. Other than that place was clean, and exactly as pictured! Would stay here again!"
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
"Location is amazing and if you’re a dog family this is a great option. Be prepared for noisy neighbors and lukewarm showers. I’m not sure if it was only our cottage, but we had bright lights outside our windows throughout the night. I’m sure it’s for safety but not very pleasant. My husband and I ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"This is hands down the best hotel I've stayed at in santa cruz. The bar, the food, the amenities, the pool, the hot tub that's big enough for ten adults.. We will definitely be back."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
"Crappy view and tons of kids but overall a good place"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
"Okay for a night stay, walking distance to the boardwalk, Not bay front though."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

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.

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.

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












