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Top Downtown Santa Cruz 4 Star hotels

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$126 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,140 reviews)
Staff was amazing, beds were so comfortable and place was clean.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$259 nightly
The price is $295 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$295 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Staff was super nice, room was a bit dated, but spotless.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
6001 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$89 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$104 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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! (1,238 reviews)
Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods.
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Chaminade Resort & Spa
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$169 nightly
The price is $190 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$190 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
It would get 5 stars but if you’re light sleepers don’t take a room on the first floor. Our upstairs neighbors definitely disturbed the peace, stomping and dropping things at midnight and then again at 7am. The property is gorgeous, the staff is courteous, and we loved our morning hike in the ...
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
140 S Santa Cruz Ave Los Gatos CA
$192 nightly
The price is $216 total per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
$216 total
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 7 conference rooms, 24-hour business center, and laundry ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Nice hotel in the heart of downtown
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$392 nightly
The price is $440 total per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
$440 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
It is a gorgeous property! The staff is first rate!
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Seascape Beach Resort
One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$266 nightly
The price is $303 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$303 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel features 3 outdoor pools, 8 outdoor tennis courts, and a restaurant. Enjoy the 3 hot tubs and perks like free valet parking and a free ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (863 reviews)
The room and view were spectacular. Will be back soon
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Hotel Los Gatos
210 E Main St Los Gatos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$196 nightly
The price is $220 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$220 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a restaurant. Enjoy the gym and free continental breakfast each morning. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour front desk, ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
clean room
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Inn at Depot Hill
250 Monterey Ave Capitola CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$291 nightly
The price is $327 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$327 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (719 reviews)
room was beautiful, clean and comfortable. We loved the fireplace. Great location
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

Mission Victorian Apartment
Santa Cruz CA
This apartment featured laundry facilities and barbecue grills.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Location was great for our stay. Easy to drive up Highway 1 and
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025
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Marea Sol Hotel
5 out of 5
Posted 3 days ago
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"Wonderful staff! Katrina, specifically, was phemomenal. She gave great recommendations and had a infectious, welcoming vibe! Rooms were clean, beautiful, comfortable, and fantastic views. "
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