Eastside Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz
Photo by Ian Durant
Photo by Ian Durant

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Santa Cruz Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Santa Cruz Harbor
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Pleasure Point Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Pleasure Point Park
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(41 reviews)

Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Mystery Spot

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
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Santa Cruz Wharf

5/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
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Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(9 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Natural Bridges State Park during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Natural Bridges State Park

Things to do

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Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz

RM4,890
Per adult
Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz
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Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

RM1,863
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max
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Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

RM396
Per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
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Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

RM140
Per adult
Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour
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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

RM578
Per adult
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
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Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories

RM93
Per adult
Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories
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Top hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is RM364 per night from 30 May to 31 May
RM364
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (445 reviews)
Great place
"It was a good stay"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (445 reviews)
"Right next to a small beach, dog friendly, clean, and great staff!"

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

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Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Harbor Inn
Harbor Inn
2 out of 5
645 Seventh Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is RM510 per night from 20 May to 21 May
RM510
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (322 reviews)
"Odors of mildew and mold outside going in and even seeping into our sleeping quarters. Great for location. Very clean but needs freshening up- carpet, paint, shower stall needs help before more serious repairs needed... panels coming undone from the walls."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Harbor Inn
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is RM534 per night from 27 May to 28 May
RM534
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I like it"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is RM557 per night from 30 May to 31 May
RM557
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (392 reviews)
"Very easy to go back and forth from the beach and boardwalk."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is RM1,072 per night from 20 May to 21 May
RM1,072
per night
20 May - 21 May
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Favorite hotel in Santa Cruz
"Great stay as always. Front desk and valet service was extremely helpful and accommodating. Room was exactly what we expected. Would definitely return."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Eastside Santa Cruz

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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.

Upper Seabright
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Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright
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Bananna Belt

Bananna Belt might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bananna Belt
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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 Main Beach.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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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.

Downtown Santa Cruz
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Carbonera Estates

While Carbonera Estates isn't home to many top sights, Pasatiempo Golf Course and DeLaveaga Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Carbonera Estates

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