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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Harbor hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Julia
RM332
RM637 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Devin
RM1,282
RM1,667 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.
A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.
A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

3. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Scott
RM350
RM406 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Edgewater Beach Inn
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Jiexin
RM894
RM1,020 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Frank
RM547
RM631 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.
A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

6. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Myla
RM511
RM590 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Grester
RM473
RM548 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

8. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Sofia
RM474
RM549 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

9. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Nova
RM338
RM399 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.
A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.
A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Sharon
RM363
RM435 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Tasia
RM302
RM402 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
cindy
RM539
RM622 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

13. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Alan
RM389
RM449 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.
A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

14. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Richard
RM768
RM877 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Jacob
RM510
RM590 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.
A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

16. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Molly
RM747
RM854 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
jessika
RM500
RM578 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.
A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

18. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
vincent
RM327
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hitching Post Studios Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

19. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Johnnie
RM357
RM577 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.
A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.
A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.
A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.

20. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Shawna
RM445
RM576 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Rio Vista Suites
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Harbor

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
19 reviews
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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
9.6
Exceptional
570 reviews
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A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
Edgewater Beach Inn
9.4
Exceptional
59 reviews
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A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
9.4
Exceptional
1,043 reviews
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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,346 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Santa Cruz Harbor

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
RM547
RM631 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
RM1,282
RM1,667 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz
RM332
RM637 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
RM474
RM549 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.
A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz
RM768
RM877 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
RM894
RM1,020 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
RM338
RM399 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
RM357
RM577 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach

Top Santa Cruz Harbor Hotel Reviews

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"Nice room and beautiful balcony but none of the hand soaps and shampoo were filled"
Shalynn 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Solares
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Room was"
Luanna 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Our room was nice and clean and the a/c worked great. Uniformed the water for the shower never really got warm enough."
Kimberly 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Love the ocean Pacific Lodge that’s our go to place to stay in Santa Cruz. We go there quite often. The staff is very friendly. It’s super clean. Love the pool. Hopefully we’ll be back in December."
erin 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, great spacious parking"
Vladimir 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Communication is great, Everything went smoothly."
Brenda 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We had amazing family time! Short walk to the beach and many restaurants. Highly recommend!"
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Continental Inn

Continental Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great Location- Super Clean room- Quiet - Convenient."
Antonio 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Continental Inn

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Harbor

A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Dawn Madden

Seabright Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seabright Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 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.
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Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harbor Beach during your trip to Lower Seabright? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History during your trip to Lower Seabright. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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Twin Lakes State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Twin Lakes State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Lincoln Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lincoln Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Santa Cruz Main Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Sunny Cove Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunny Cove Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Harbor?
Santa Cruz Harbor is located in Santa Cruz. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 182 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Cruz Harbor?
Marea Sol Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Santa Cruz Harbor. Other good options close by include Carousel Beach Inn and Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Cruz Harbor?
Expedia has 182 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Harbor.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Harbor, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Santa Cruz Harbor.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Harbor?
Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.