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Best Luxury Hotels in Santa Cruz

Inn at Depot Hill

250 Monterey Ave Capitola CA

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$341 nightly

$383 total

May 25 - May 26

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! (741 reviews)

Absolutely the nicest place to stay in Capitola with the best staff.

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA

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)

The staff was very accommodating to me during my stay.

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

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Beachview Inn

50 Front St Santa Cruz CA

$89 nightly

$102 total

May 17 - May 18

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! (1,001 reviews)

Ample handy parking at a property that is located STEPS away from the wharf and the boardwalk! Room was basic, but had everything we needed and was very neatly cared for.

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

6001 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz CA

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$122 nightly

$140 total

May 18 - May 19

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! (1,292 reviews)

Beautiful hotel and the staff were amazing. Just wished there was some sort sort quick and easy coffee stand in lobby.

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Continental Inn

414 Ocean Street Santa Cruz CA

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$89 nightly

$103 total

May 17 - May 18

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! (1,000 reviews)

Very nice room, polite staff however was given little info about things like wifi password, Didnt have complimentary breakfast as far as i know like most hotels do and that was a let down. When I asked about coffee they just said theres a chevron next door.

Reviewed on May 9, 2026

Surf City Inn and Suites

619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA

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$68 nightly

$79 total

May 20 - May 21

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! (1,040 reviews)

Bathroom was a total mess falling apart is what i looked like will not return sorry and the front desk was just a mess to check in location was fine that’s about it hard beds and didn’t feel the cleanest either

Reviewed on May 14, 2026

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA

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$88 nightly

$101 total

May 17 - May 18

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 (1,002 reviews)

The property does seem a little dated, but it’s cute and quaint. The pool was nice and clean and the double hotubs were a good plus! We were also able to check in 2 hours early which was great. The rooms were also very spacious. Only complaint I have was that our room faced the parking lot and it ...

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

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

Accommodation	736 hotels
Lowest Price	$79
Highest Price	$383
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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Recent Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews By Fellow Wanderers

Inn At Pasatiempo

5 out of 5

Posted 10 hours ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"The restaurant food is delicious, the drinks at the bar were delightful, bartenders are tentative, the pool was clean & the suite we stayed in was spacious and clean. Definitely will come again "

A verified traveler stayed at Inn At Pasatiempo