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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$122 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$141 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free continental breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,255 reviews)
It was clean and quiet. The breakfast was delicious! Staff was helpful.

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

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Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$119 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$138 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 3 conference rooms, free WiFi in public areas, ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,119 reviews)
Quiet and near all the places we wanted to visit. The bar at the hotel was great.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

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Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 out of 5
101 Main St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$147 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$169 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and self parking. A terrace, a lobby fireplace, and express check-out are also on offer.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,211 reviews)
The beach view was AWESOME. Deck was gorgeous. Staff was super nice. Parking was easy. Our neighbors the first two nights was super loud and kinda wild, and the walls are thin, but a manager offered to give us a different room, which was extremely nice. We wound up staying, and they chilled out, ...

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$126 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$146 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. Enjoy ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Rooms are mediocre. Staff is kind of dry.

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$114 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$132 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,141 reviews)
Dirty,

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

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The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

3 out of 5
11570 Hwy 9 Boulder Creek CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$125 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
A bar/lounge and a fireplace in the lobby are featured at this lodge, along with free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A picnic area is also ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Room was clean, bonus with a balcony. the dinner was not so good though, pricy for it's quality

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

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Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

3 out of 5
5030 Scotts Valley Drive Scotts Valley CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$114 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$130 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Parking limited was limited. Bar was closed no one was there running it.

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

3 out of 5
2956 Mission St Santa Cruz CA
$127 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$146 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

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Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 out of 5
620 El Salto Drive Capitola CA
$205 nightly
The price is $232 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$232 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
This bed & breakfast features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free continental breakfast each morning. A terrace and a garden are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (978 reviews)
Beautiful location! Nice staff, clean room, lovely peak at the ocean.

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3 out of 5
1255 41st Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from May 3 to May 4
$156 total
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Nice hotel! Friendly staff, clean, spacious rooms

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

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3 Star Hotels Santa Cruz

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