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Best Luxury Hotels in Santa Cruz

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill

250 Monterey Ave Capitola CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$253 nightly
The price is $284 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$284 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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! (730 reviews)
The room is clean. Bottles of shampoo & body wash in the shower are empty. Water is low & hot water was so high. Fireplace not working.

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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
$160 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$184 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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! (1,003 reviews)
very thin walls, noisy neighbors kept us up for a while. loud trucks started up at 2:30 am and again at 5:30 am right outside our room window. while the rooms are very spacious, the overall stay was not very enjoyable due to all the noise.

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

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Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

50 Front St Santa Cruz CA
$79 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$91 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
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! (1,002 reviews)
Location was amazing! Parking was easy even though at an incline.

Reviewed on Mar 29, 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
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
$131 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
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! (1,282 reviews)
Beautiful property, feels tucked away from the main street. Quiet. Friendly staff at the bar and dining area. Will definitely book again!

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026

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Continental Inn

Continental Inn

414 Ocean Street Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$77 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$89 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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! (1,003 reviews)
Very clean room and bathroom. Comfortable bed and sheets. The bathroom is very modern.

Reviewed on Apr 3, 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
$88 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$101 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
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! (1,004 reviews)
Room was not restocked or cleaned appropriately. There was no soap in the bathroom. The condiments for the coffee maker were opened. The toilet wasn’t flushed? I was already over it because the first room they gave me, someone was in there! So I dealt with the less than ideal room since I just needed ...

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026

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Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$103 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$119 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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 ...
6.6/10 (1,001 reviews)
Good parking

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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

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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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728 hotels
Lowest Price
$89
Highest Price
$284
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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