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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$313 nightly
The price is $352 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$352 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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 ...
Very clean and had a wonderful stay!

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
$299 nightly
The price is $340 total per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
$340 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
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 ...
Fun and friendly venue.

Reviewed on Mar 18, 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
$203 nightly
The price is $232 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$232 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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 ...
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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Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$169 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
$194 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. WiFi in public areas is free. Take advantage of the self parking.
Convenient location to Santa Cruz boardwalk. Property looks almost brand new. Word of caution if you have a large truck or SUV that their parking for large vehicles is limited to only one of their lots and the stalls in that lot can be tight.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 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
$91 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
$106 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
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.
Close the Catalyst, which was the reason for our stay in Santa Cruz. Very clean, well-taken care of property, but the ice machine did not work. Other than that, the stay was great.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 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, ...
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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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
$156 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$179 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 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
The restaurant was convenient and I enjoyed what I ordered.

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.
Ac/ hear were both working! People were nice

Reviewed on Mar 18, 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 Mar 31 to Apr 1
$241 total
Mar 31 - Apr 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 ...
I had an amazing experience and the staff was top notch .

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

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Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Guide

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Recent Downtown Santa Cruz hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

5 out of 5
Posted 10 hours ago
Travelocity Verified Review
"Hotel grounds, location, staff, pool, gym and room was top notch. Would highly recommend!"
A verified traveler stayed at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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