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Tonight
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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22 Oct - 23 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov

Our top choices for Santa Cruz cheap hotels

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.
A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.
A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

1. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Aleksandr
RM276
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Beachview Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

2. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Tasia
RM302
RM402 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign for the Torch Late Inn, and a building with a stone facade.
A patio with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and potted plants.

3. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Holly
RM319
RM371 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Torch Lite Inn
A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A framed landscape painting above a dark wooden desk with a red chair, a phone, and a light switch on the wall.
Two bottles of BeeKind shower gel and conditioning shampoo with pump dispensers, labeled with honey and organic lemongrass extracts.
A corridor with green doors, a covered walkway, and a row of windows.

4. Holiday Motel

Holiday Motel
Morgan Hill
United States
April
RM302
RM340 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Motel
A reception area with a glass door, an exit sign, and a painting on the wall.
A modern lobby with green chairs, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with shelves of snacks.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chair, and a potted plant.
A reception desk with a wooden wall backdrop displaying the text "INN AT MOSS LANDING POINT".

5. Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
Moss Landing
United States
Tiffany
RM462
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Inn At Moss Landing Point
A chef cooking outdoors with a grill and buffet setup.
A dining table with a meal consisting of a salad, grilled meat, beans, and a glass of red wine.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a dresser, a small cabinet, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A reception desk with the name 'Maple Tree Inn' in gold lettering on the wall.

6. Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn
Sunnyvale
United States
DIANNE
RM342
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Maple Tree Inn
A hotel lobby with a fountain, palm trees, and a sign indicating the lobby area.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a tennis table.
A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and artwork on the walls.
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
Mountain View
United States
Mark Wayne
RM555
RM612 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
A hotel lobby with a large stained glass ceiling, a reception desk, and seating area.
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plate of cheese and two wine glasses, and a lamp on the nightstand.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.
A residential building with a swimming pool surrounded by greenery and a covered patio area.

8. The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel
Sunnyvale West
United States
Ria
RM429
RM483 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Grand Hotel
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.
A breakfast buffet with a sign listing items like kale, banana, apple, organic yogurt, and pineapple.
An outdoor patio with two wicker chairs, a round table, and a large umbrella.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a nightstand with a lamp.

9. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Green Acres
United States
Sophia
RM392
RM453 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
A stone facade with a sign for Larkspur Landing Home Suite Hotel, a lantern, and a flower bed.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a parking area.
An open door leading to a room with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a wooden bench outside.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large mirror, and a potted plant.

10. Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Campbell

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Campbell
Downtown Campbell
United States
Nick
RM519
RM583 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Campbell
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"It was good for the $$$. Location was good, breakfast was what's to be expected at that price. Check out the donut shop across the street!"
Tom 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Mission Inn
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"A great stay, loved that the 2nd bed had its own room and tv. Bathroom was spacious. The water was hot, the fridge worked. They even have a mini golf there along side a patio where you Can relax. The only downside was you Can tell some guests live there as they were working on their cars and hanging out in groups in the rooms"
Rosa 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"We love The Paradox! It’s our staycation spot. The pool is great, the food is good, and the rooms are amazing and clean. Staff are very helpful, especially Blossom and Jay!! Jay is always so helpful!"
wendi 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"We booked a Junior Suite (King + Sofabed) with a resort view for our stay. The “Resort View” is in reality a view of a road and general park g area and not of any part of the visible main hotel building and grounds. The room was large but dated and had a musty odor that was noticeable each time that we had returned to our room."
Michael 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travellers on a budget?
Santa Cruz has a variety of cheap accommodation options and things to do, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. In addition to its well-known attractions such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, this destination is home to University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and Pleasure Point Park, which you can enjoy while spending very little.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveller reviews, Ocean Pacific Lodge is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other choices to stay on the cheap include Beachview Inn and Torch Lite Inn.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Santa Cruz?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Santa Cruz, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What is there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz is known for its sporting events and surfing, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Enjoy the outdoors at Santa Cruz Main Beach and Cowell's Beach, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Ocean Street.
How can I get to Santa Cruz and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Santa Cruz is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the centre in Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. Santa Cruz might not have very many public transport options so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.

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