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Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill

250 Monterey Ave Capitola CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$306 nightly
The price is $343 total per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
$343 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
This bed & breakfast features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning. A terrace and a garden ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (742 reviews)
"Absolutely the nicest place to stay in Capitola with the best staff."

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

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Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$200 nightly
The price is $229 total per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$229 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden, a picnic area, and luggage storage ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Expectations were low given the star rating. While the staff were nice, the room was poorly maintained, the only amenity was mediocre coffee in the lobby, and our ceiling fan hadn’t been cleaned in weeks, at least. Others in our group, staying in other rooms, also had issues."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

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Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

50 Front St Santa Cruz CA
$110 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$125 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Buena ubicación personal amable pero necesita mucho mantenimiento"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

6001 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$180 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
$204 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,314 reviews)
"The staff was very nice. The drinks at the bar were great."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

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Continental Inn

Continental Inn

414 Ocean Street Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$125 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Bad."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026

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Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$79 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$91 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa and an indoor pool are featured at this smoke-free motel. There's a hot tub on site, and a 24-hour front desk and a garden are also ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,087 reviews)
"It was fine for our 2 nights when we knew we were mostly just using the room to sleep -- the bed was comfy, and the nights we were there were quiet"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

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Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$129 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$148 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...
6.8/10 (1,006 reviews)
"Super clean, easy check in."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

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Oceana Inn

Oceana Inn

525 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Free self parking is available and the hotel's multilingual staff can provide around-the-clock assistance. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental ...
6/10 (1,000 reviews)
Ok for the price
"The rooms are getting very run down. Needs remodel, paint and fixtures fixed. Hotel.Com people get the homeless rooms I guess."

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2020

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Santa Cruz Luxury Hotels

Do you want to stay at an elegant 5 star hotel for your next getaway? Do you want to be pampered like royalty? When you're ready, the Santa Cruz luxury hotels are the plush oasis you’ve been looking for.

Choose from the best luxury hotels in Santa Cruz to make your stay as comfortable and memorable as possible. Deluxe amenities await you upon check-in—perks like a heated pool, luxurious spa, and 24-hour reception service will cater to your every need, no matter the hour. If you’re tired from the day’s activities and don’t feel like wandering around to look for a meal, sit down to dinner at one of the high-end restaurants on property or contact room service for a sophisticated dining experience in the comfort of your own suite. Getting to and from the airport will be an easy task as well because most of these fancy hotels offer a free shuttle service for easy transportation.

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Santa Cruz hotels essential information

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747 hotels
Lowest Price
$91
Highest Price
$343
Popular hotels
Surf City Inn and Suites, Hotel Solares, Beachview Inn, Continental Inn, Rio Sands Vacation Rentals, Inn at Depot Hill, Oceana Inn, Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

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