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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
$480 nightly
The price is $539 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$539 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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 ...
"Excelente servicio en en todas las aress"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
$439 nightly
The price is $497 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$497 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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 ...
"There was pool acse"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 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
$246 nightly
The price is $280 total per night from Jun 25 to Jun 26
$280 total
Jun 25 - Jun 26
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 ...
"Clean room, nice hotel, great location - except the pool is deceptively small. It's very, very small. My kids were so disappointed!"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 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
$149 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
$171 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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.
"Beautiful and clean"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 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
$249 nightly
The price is $283 total per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
$283 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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 ...
"Hotel property is advertised as on the beach. It is not. The pool is approximately 10’ x10’ square. The staff is dense and communicate very poorly"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 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
$212 nightly
The price is $242 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$242 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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 ...
"We really like this place - laid back vibe, clean, helpful staff, good food, the only downside is it can be a little noisy if your room overlooks the pool"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 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
$308 nightly
The price is $349 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$349 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
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.
"The staff and location were excellent. The cleanliness of the rooms (we had two) were subpar, food from previous guests left behind, many hairs on the sheets, and the floor was absolutely disgusting. I sat on a patio chair and it was broken, there was trash and debris in the potted plant outside ..."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 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
$101 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
$115 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Total with taxes and fees
A picnic area is available at this hotel. Take advantage of the free self parking.
"Really nice room with great help from the front desk"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 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
$215 nightly
The price is $241 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$241 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
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 ...
"Great"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

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Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Guide

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