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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
$197 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
$225 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free continental breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,248 reviews)
The breakfast was decent, but I chose this hotel because it presents itself as family-friendly and it lacked some basic things.**There were no high chairs for babies in the breakfast area, even though many families were staying there and all the babies had to sit on their parents’ laps. Also, I didn’t ...

Reviewed on Mar 14, 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
$123 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$142 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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, ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,087 reviews)
The place was a very clean. Staff was very helpful. Food was good. Petfriendly. It was close to the places we went to. I would stay there again.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 out of 5
101 Main St Santa Cruz CA
$199 nightly
The price is $227 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$227 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,192 reviews)
Ac/ hear were both working! People were nice

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA
$145 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$167 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Beautiful lobby amazing breakfast spacious room five minute drive to the boardwalk 20 minute walk

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$156 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,112 reviews)
Hotel grounds, location, staff, pool, gym and room was top notch. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

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Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

3 out of 5
5030 Scotts Valley Drive Scotts Valley CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$116 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was clean but walls are super thin and the air conditioning is horrible. Could hear neighbors nearly every night at late hours, at one point someone was smoking and the smell went into the room. Great location, parking is easy.

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point

3 out of 5
8425 Moss Landing Rd Moss Landing CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$137 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
$153 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the 24-hour business center. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (977 reviews)
It was for whale watching however our trip was cancelled due to rough oceans

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

3 out of 5
2956 Mission St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$131 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$151 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Everyone was super bummed the hot tub and pool were closed, paid extra for a hotel with a pool

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 out of 5
620 El Salto Drive Capitola CA
$191 nightly
The price is $217 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$217 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
This bed & breakfast features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free continental breakfast each morning. A terrace and a garden are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (966 reviews)
Excellent staff and excellent rooms with an unforgettable view!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3 out of 5
1255 41st Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$189 nightly
The price is $216 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$216 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great. Rooms were spacious and very clean.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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