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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Devin

RM1,282

RM1,667 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

2. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Scott

RM350

RM406 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Jiexin

RM894

RM1,020 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

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.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Frank

RM547

RM631 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

5. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Myla

RM511

RM590 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Philip

RM465

RM539 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Grester

RM473

RM548 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

8. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Judy

RM374

RM465 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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 balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Sofia

RM474

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

10. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Nova

RM338

RM399 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Sharon

RM363

RM435 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Tasia

RM302

RM402 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

cindy

RM539

RM622 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a display, and shelves with bottles.

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

14. Inn At Pasatiempo

2.4 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Paul

RM486

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

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.

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Alan

RM389

RM449 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

16. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Molly

RM747

RM854 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Jacob

RM510

RM590 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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 modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Leslie

RM500

RM578 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

vincent

RM327

RM378 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

20. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Johnnie

RM357

RM577 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 569 reviews	View
Edgewater Beach Inn	9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	9.4 Exceptional 1,043 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,346 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 310 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Room was"

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."

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."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great spacious parking"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great rooooommmmm, Great food, Great people."

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel, would definitely stay here again"

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had amazing family time! Short walk to the beach and many restaurants. Highly recommend!"

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

8/10 Good

"When I arrived the guy at the front desk was kind and helpful. The room itself wasn’t clean, walls were gross. I did a wipe down of everything and brought my own bedding. Door didn’t close all the way which was concerning. But it would still lock."

Continental Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great Location- Super Clean room- Quiet - Convenient."

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Pacific Avenue

8.6/10 (951 reviews)

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 reviews)

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Williams-Reynolds House

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Williams-Reynolds House. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History during your trip to Santa Cruz. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Pacific Garden Mall

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pacific Garden Mall during your visit to Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Scandinavian Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Scandinavian Cultural Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park?

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park is located in a family-friendly area of Santa Cruz known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 123 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park?

Seaside Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Other good options close by include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park?

Expedia has 123 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.

What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature captivating exhibits. Explore notable local landmarks like Roaring Camp Railroads, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park hotels

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

2. Edgewater Beach Inn

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. Seaway Inn

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8. Mission Inn

9. Marea Sol Hotel

10. Carousel Beach Inn

11. Pacific Blue Inn

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

14. Inn At Pasatiempo

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

16. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

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

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

20. Casablanca On The Beach

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Top Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Seaside Inn & Suites

Ocean Pacific Lodge

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Marea Sol Hotel

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Continental Inn

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Mission Santa Cruz

Pacific Avenue

Ocean Street

Town Clock

Williams-Reynolds House

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Pacific Garden Mall

Scandinavian Cultural Center

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