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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

Terrace/patio

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (578 reviews)
"Room was great. Loved how close it was to the beach. "
United States
Michele
The price is RM527
RM607 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322 reviews)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Business centre

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,256 reviews)
"Roomy with a solid breakfast and really close to the water. "
United States
Zachary
The price is RM475
RM549 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,371 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Kathryn
The price is RM456
RM528 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Marea Sol Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,298 reviews)
"Great place to stay everytime!!"
United States
Sandra
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Reception

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,261 reviews)
"Great stay , hotel staff was very helpful and nice! Clean hotel and and really enjoyed the bar"
United States
Miguel
The price is RM416
RM479 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (473 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is RM361
RM465 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Fern River Resort
Property amenity

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,079 reviews)
"Great property, great location, great staff"
Australia
Christopher
The price is RM409
RM475 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
7.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,071 reviews)
"Nice and clean hotel"
United States
Listya
The price is RM419
RM487 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (632 reviews)
"Easy to book last minute, comfy and spacious room and pet friendly. The continental breakfast was great."
United States
Alexandra
The price is RM422
RM490 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was perfect, very cute and clean, super nice staff and great location. Will stay here again."
United States
sophie
The price is RM315
RM397 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, the staff was outstanding. "
United States
Wallace
The price is RM480
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,194 reviews)
"Our favorite lace to stay when visiting Santa Cruz. "
United States
Francesca
The price is RM349
RM539 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Casablanca On The Beach
Lobby

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff were very helpful. Rate was amazing for this hotel. Will stay again."
United States
Margaret
The price is RM413
RM472 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (156 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is RM510
RM610 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Seaway Inn
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice clean room close the beach."
United States
Thomas
The price is RM220
RM281 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Surf City Inn and Suites
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (942 reviews)
"Room was really nice and the location is perfect"
United States
Athena
Seaside Inn & Suites
Lobby

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place with comfy beds. balcony rooms and free breakfast! "
United States
Heather
The price is RM364
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Property amenity

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
" Lean room friendly staff comfy beds excellent restaurant. "
United States
Shana
The price is RM428
RM493 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Inn At Pasatiempo
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice staff, great location and very clean"
United States
mariebeth
The price is RM480
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
This is a small state park at the northern end of Santa Cruz' scenic West Cliff Drive and a little over a mile from the Boardwalk, wharf and Main Beach. A couple of times a year you can see Monarch butterflies during their migration. They are not in the numbers of years past, but you'll still see some. If you walk north towards the rocks during low tide you will find some amazing tidepools full of sea anenomes, sea urchins, starfish, crabs, hermit crabs, and all sorts of marine life. The tidepools are on a ledge, so the tide needs to be quite high (>4 ft?) to reach them. The beach is absolutely stunning at sunset. #localsecrets
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Open Photo by rabbit.Hole

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 Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue.

Nice place to have coffee and watch the waves. Great surf spot. NO bathrooms! #beach #ocean #surf #shops #view
Photo by Jennifer Radman
Open Photo by Jennifer Radman

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.

Clock tower in downtown Santa Cruz, California, USA. The tower is a local landmark and gathering place, decorated with flowers and pumpkins.

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.

CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue

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 Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

Upper Seabright

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

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"The room was beautifully clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. Lots of fun perks and great views. Outdoor seating areas and fireplaces were delightful."
Toni 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like?
Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is a highly ranked property in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Harbor Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 197 hotels and other accommodation options in Eastside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Eastside Santa Cruz.
What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach and Sunny Cove Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighbourhood. Harbor Beach, Lincoln Beach and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Maria's Beach and Ocean Street are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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