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Top hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 out of 5
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$321 nightly
The price is $360 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$360 total
May 13 - May 14
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this luxury hotel. Relax with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges and get perks like ...
Nice new hotel. Still working out the bugs. Third floor rooms all being repaired so some issue there. We sat in the restaurant for half an hour. It was fully staffed and not full but nobody ever came to take our order so we left. They charge $50 for parking plus $5 tax. Then they charge $50 resort ...

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$256 nightly
The price is $291 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$291 total
May 13 - May 14
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy perks like free ...
Five stars

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

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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
$149 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$171 total
May 13 - May 14
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Enjoy the free continental breakfast each morning. Self parking, a terrace, and a snack bar/deli are also ...
It is very clean, the furniture is modern, the pool is clean, and the hotel's location is excellent—close to restaurants, shops, and the beach!))

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

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Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

3 out of 5
636 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$99 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$115 total
May 13 - May 14
Total with taxes and fees
This guesthouse features free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and self parking. A terrace and a garden are also provided.
Parking was good locations was perfect for walking to the Boardwalk and to Downtown. Our second time staying here and will always be our go to hotel when in Sant Cruz.

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

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Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$129 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$149 total
May 13 - May 14
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. WiFi in public areas is free. Take advantage of the self parking.
Location is excellent. Rooms are quite small. Do yourself a favor and bring your own pillow, theirs are terrible. Also, lighting in the bathroom is insufficient.

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$143 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from May 14 to May 15
$165 total
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
Room was clean

Reviewed on May 10, 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
$150 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from May 14 to May 15
$172 total
May 14 - May 15
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.
We had a great (partial) beach view from our room, even though we were on the street. It was really fun to be so close to the Boardwalk, even though the weather was rainy when we visited. Parking was on the interior of the hotel, and felt safe. It was very convenient to walk to Ideal and Firefish ...

Reviewed on May 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 May 25 to May 26
$138 total
May 25 - May 26
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, ...
A minor issue, but we found it a bit challenging to get to and from our room and the office in an efficient manner. The pathways to/from the outer rooms and buildings are not clearly signed to direct a first-time visitor!

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

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Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$158 nightly
The price is $178 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$178 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free resort features a full-service spa, 4 outdoor tennis courts, and a restaurant. Enjoy the outdoor pool and perks like free WiFi. You'll appreciate ...
The pool is a salt water warm pool which I loved—but it was a bit small for how many kids were there on a weekend. We went one night with our kids and swam, played tennis and baci ball. The view was great and we loved the rooms patio. I hate hotels that feel stuffy and I found having the patio really ...

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

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Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Guide

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