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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
$311 nightly
The price is $349 total per night from Sep 17 to Sep 18
$349 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
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 ...
"It was great"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 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
$127 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$147 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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 ...
"Absolutely loved our stay. Great and friendly staff. Valet was super welcoming and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The treadmills weren’t working. We didn’t eat breakfast at the hotel. The location was in close proximity to the beach and downtown which was ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
$161 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$185 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
"Looks like an older motel with a cosmetic face-lift. Ceiling of room had cracks. Walls were thin. I immediately regretted not paying $50 more for La Bahia. On the bright side, they let us check in early and the wait staff at the pool/restaurant was great."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

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Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
525 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$82 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$94 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
A picnic area is available at this hotel. Take advantage of the free self parking.
"Room was nice and clean, just had a bit of a smell when we came in so we had to open the windows. Wifi didn’t work. AC kept turning on and off during our 2nd night. But place was good if you’re on a budget."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

4 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$116 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$134 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and perks like free WiFi. Enjoy the hot tub and conveniences like ...
"If you're not a Hilton Honors member with standing, you will be charged for in/out parking, as well as Wi-fi."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

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Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

3 out of 5
636 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA
$112 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$129 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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.
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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
$144 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$165 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast each morning. Self parking, a terrace, and a snack bar/deli are also ...
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Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA
$110 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
$127 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. WiFi in public areas is free. Self parking is offered and the front desk is staffed ...
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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
$164 nightly
The price is $188 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$188 total
Oct 14 - Oct 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.
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Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Guide

Don’t keep your travel plans on repeat year after year. The same city with the same hotel every season will bore you and give you an itch to go looking for something new. Expand your geographical horizons to more than just those five blocks around your usual haunt.

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Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

5 out of 5
Posted 5 hours ago
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"As always my stay was incredible. The staff is amazing. They allowed me to check in early which really helps out when I'm driving 6 and 1/2 hours from where I'm living to work"
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