For budget lodging, choose Budget Inn Santa Cruz, which comes at 176C$ per night, or The Islander Motel, which charges 149C$.
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Dream Inn Santa CruzHotel
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The hotel has
- USD 25 per day
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The hotel has
- 24-hour reception
- 24-hour business centre
View on map1.4 km from City Centre200 m from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
The hotel is set in a downtown area close to Monterey Bay, boasting a year-round outdoor swimming pool.
8.2
Great74 reviews
From
C$ 411
/night
Chaminade Resort & SpaResort
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The resort has
- On-site car park
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The resort has
- 24-hour reception
- 24-hour security
- 24-hour business centre
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The resort has
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Heated swimming pool
View on map4.9 km from City Centre1.1 km from Dominican Hospital
You can enjoy a lobby bar and beauty services, facials and various massages at the hotel, while taking advantage of its convenient location close to Andes Mountains and Monterey Bay.
8.0
Great51 reviews
From
C$ 258
/night
1.4 km from City Centre1000 m from Veterans Memorial Building
The excellent hotel offers 100 rooms in a picturesque area of Santa Cruz close to a motorway.
8.6
Great35 reviews
From
C$ 300
/night
1.5 km from City Centre1000 m from Veterans Memorial Building
The business hotel is a good starting point to Santa Cruz' sights including University of California Santa Cruz and Colligan Theater.
7.6
Very good230 reviews
From
C$ 274
/night
1.4 km from City Centre1000 m from Veterans Memorial Building
The hotel with an indoor pool is located in the heart of Santa Cruz close to Mystery Spot.
7.8
Very good57 reviews
From
C$ 299
/night
1.2 km from City Centre200 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Adjacent to Cowell's Beach, and close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, this central hotel features 25 en-suite rooms.
6.0
Guest rating124 reviews
From
C$ 186
/night
Ocean Pacific LodgeMotel
1000 m from City Centre300 m from Santa Cruz
Located in Westside Santa Cruz district close to Cowell's Beach, this hotel features a seasonal pool and the café bar.
8.0
Great245 reviews
From
C$ 341
/night
Motel Santa CruzMotel
1.1 km from City Centre700 m from Pacific Garden Mall
Located next to University of California Santa Cruz, the venue comprises 62 rooms with city views.
5.0
Guest rating69 reviews
From
C$ 140
/night
Pacific Blue InnHotel
Boasting location close to Cowell's Beach, the venue includes 9 rooms and an outdoor pool.
8.8
Great105 reviews
From
C$ 183
/night
1.2 km from City Centre100 m from Santa Cruz
Guests may relax and enjoy the scenic views of Monterey Bay or explore the center of Santa Cruz in a 10-minute walk.
8.6
Great87 reviews
From
C$ 415
/night
Ocean Gate InnHotel
1.4 km from City Centre600 m from Sky Glider
Located 1 km from Santa Cruz's city centre, this hotel boasts non-smoking rooms and an outdoor swimming pool.
6.2
Nice60 reviews
From
C$ 151
/night
Salt Air LodgeHotel
Opened in 1960, this hotel welcomes guests in Westside Santa Cruz district, boasting an ideal position near a bus stop.
6.8
Nice29 reviews
From
C$ 180
/night
1.2 km from City Centre800 m from Veterans Memorial Building
This pet-friendly property with a sun deck and a golf course offers proximity to University of California Santa Cruz and a motorway.
7.0
Very good33 reviews
From
C$ 135
/night
Continental InnHotel
Offering convenient proximity to Catalyst, the hotel is also close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
8.0
Great127 reviews
From
C$ 235
/night
7.0 km from City Centre2.2 km from Scotts Valley Recreation Div
The venue features an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace restaurant, boasting location next to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
8.0
Great98 reviews
From
C$ 338
/night
1.3 km from City Centre100 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Located near University of California Santa Cruz, this budget hotel features a continental breakfast.
6.8
Nice27 reviews
From
C$ 173
/night
1.2 km from City Centre700 m from Pacific Garden Mall
Nestled in the heart of Santa Cruz, this designer hotel offers designer accommodation with a casino and an indoor swimming pool.
6.8
Nice333 reviews
From
C$ 170
/night
Hotel SolaresHotel
1.0 km from City Centre500 m from Pacific Garden Mall
A year-round outdoor pool and a 24-hour bar are offered for guest convenience at this superior hotel.
6.8
Nice183 reviews
From
C$ 153
/night
1.1 km from City Centre700 m from Pacific Avenue
Located in Westside Santa Cruz district close to University of California Santa Cruz, this hotel features a private swimming pool and the 24-hour bar.
8.0
Great154 reviews
From
C$ 232
/night
Ocean LodgeMotel
1.2 km from City Centre700 m from Veterans Memorial Building
This hotel features rooms with landscape views, while a convenient location provides easy access to Pacific Garden Mall.
6.6
Nice32 reviews
From
C$ 151
/night
1.1 km from City Centre200 m from Santa Cruz
The budget hotel is a good starting point to Santa Cruz' sights including University of California Santa Cruz and Cowell's Beach.
7.0
Very good47 reviews
From
C$ 105
/night
Sea & Sand InnHotel
1.4 km from City Centre300 m from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Offering 22 rooms with ocean views, the hotel is set in Westside Santa Cruz district, just steps from University of California Santa Cruz.
7.4
Very good8 reviews
From
C$ 300
/night
700 m from City Centre800 m from Nickelodeon Theatre
The hotel provides 13 rooms with beautiful views of the city and offers proximity to Cowell's Beach.
8.6
Great47 reviews
From
C$ 360
/night
1.0 km from City Centre500 m from Pacific Garden Mall
Renovated in 2012, this hotel offers non-smoking rooms and an indoor heated pool just steps away from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
5.4
Guest rating51 reviews
From
C$ 653
/night
The Islander MotelMotel
1.1 km from City Centre700 m from Pacific Avenue
Placed close to University of California Santa Cruz in the heart of Santa Cruz, this hotel offers 22 rooms.
7.6
Very good125 reviews
From
C$ 194
/night
Capri MotelMotel
1.2 km from City Centre400 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
This budget hotel is nestled in the heart of Santa Cruz, not far from Pacific Garden Mall.
6.6
Nice87 reviews
From
C$ 169
/night
1.3 km from City Centre200 m from Santa Cruz
Located directly off Monterey Bay, this hotel features a garden restaurant and a night club and a golf course.
8.0
Great26 reviews
From
C$ 508
/night
1.5 km from City Centre1.0 km from Veterans Memorial Building
Boasting a convenient location in a shopping area, the hotel offers staying in a historical-style building with 28 rooms available.
7.0
Very good32 reviews
From
C$ 214
/night
2.7 km from City Centre800 m from Rio Theatre
Offering convenient proximity to Sea Spirit Ocean Safari, the hotel is also close to Santa Cruz Harbor.
7.2
Very good65 reviews
From
C$ 165
/night
1.1 km from City Centre500 m from Pacific Garden Mall
The hotel conveniently located in Westside Santa Cruz district close to Pacific Garden Mall has 25 rooms.
7.4
Very good178 reviews
From
C$ 156
/night
1.0 km from City Centre600 m from Veterans Memorial Building
Guests of this hotel can relax in the poolside bar or lounge at an outdoor swimming pool.
7.8
Very good29 reviews
From
C$ 328
/night
Beachview InnMotel
1.2 km from City Centre100 m from Santa Cruz
Set near University of California Santa Cruz, this budget venue is 10 minutes' walk of the city center.
7.6
Very good78 reviews
From
C$ 145
/night
2.9 km from City Centre1.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz
Set close to Rexford Winery, the hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool together with a sun deck, a heated pool and a cinema room for guest enjoyment.
8.2
Great20 reviews
From
C$ 224
/night
1.3 km from City Centre300 m from Sky Glider
Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool, this property is set a short distance from Cowell's Beach and University of California Santa Cruz.
7.4
Very good102 reviews
From
C$ 259
/night
Inn At PasatiempoHotel
3.0 km from City Centre600 m from Pasatiempo Golf Club
The venue has a year-round outdoor pool, while boasting an exceptional setting in a business area.
7.8
Very good52 reviews
From
C$ 300
/night
1.2 km from City Centre400 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
The designer hotel is a good starting point to Santa Cruz' sights including Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
7.6
Very good9 reviews
From
C$ 132
/night
Carousel Beach InnHotel
1.5 km from City Centre200 m from Sky Glider
There are rooms facing the ocean and the hotel is set close to The True Olive Connection.
7.6
Very good2 reviews
From
C$ 190
/night
Aqua Breeze InnMotel
1.3 km from City Centre300 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Located in Westside Santa Cruz district close to McPherson Center, this hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and the poolside bar.
7.4
Very good89 reviews
From
C$ 190
/night
1.0 km from City Centre700 m from Pacific Avenue
Boasting the location close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, the property includes a 24-hour bar and 55 rooms with wonderful views.
6.0
Guest rating57 reviews
From
C$ 228
/night
1.3 km from City Centre600 m from Sky Glider
Offering convenient proximity to Pacific Avenue, the hotel is also close to Pacific Avenue.
5.8
Guest rating63 reviews
From
C$ 128
/night
Mission InnInn
1.9 km from City Centre1.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz
Adjacent to Silver Mountain Vineyards, and close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this business hotel features 53 en-suite rooms.
7.6
Very good10 reviews
From
C$ 248
/night
1.5 km from City Centre1.1 km from Veterans Memorial Building
Featuring historic architecture, the venue provides 25 rooms and offers easy access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
7.4
Very good38 reviews
From
C$ 152
/night
Salt Air LodgeHotel
Offering 27 rooms with pool views, the hotel is set in Westside Santa Cruz district, just steps from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
From
C$ 163
/night
3.6 km from City Centre1.6 km from Santa Cruz City Museum of Natural History
Within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this hotel comprises 10 rooms with private bathrooms.
8.0
Great7 reviews
From
C$ 269
/night
1.3 km from City Centre400 m from Sky Glider
The hotel is conveniently located in Westside Santa Cruz district, and offers an outdoor swimming pool.
7.8
Very good77 reviews
From
C$ 277
/night
Torch Lite InnMotel
1.2 km from City Centre600 m from Pacific Garden Mall
Placed close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum in the heart of Santa Cruz, this hotel offers 38 rooms.
6.4
Nice110 reviews
From
C$ 130
/night
River View VillaApartment
The largest option:
2 adults
1.2 km from City Centre400 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Nestled in Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, the venue is about 25 km from Watsonville airport.
8.8
Great5 reviews
From
C$ 199
/night
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters InnBed & Breakfast
1.3 km from City Centre200 m from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
The hotel offers 9 rooms with the ocean views, a 24-hour restaurant, and a café bar.
8.8
Great42 reviews
From
C$ 301
/night
1.2 km from City Centre200 m from Santa Cruz
Featuring a lounge restaurant, this hotel is located just off University of California Santa Cruz and offers a spa centre and a Jacuzzi.
7.4
Very good62 reviews
From
C$ 214
/night
1000 m from City Centre300 m from Santa Cruz
Located in Westside Santa Cruz district close to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, this hotel features a year-round outdoor swimming pool and the 24-hour bar.
7.0
Very good207 reviews
From
C$ 244
/night
Seaway InnMotel
1.3 km from City Centre200 m from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Located a few steps from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse, the hotel features 23 rooms with views over the ocean.
7.8
Very good1 review
From
C$ 269
/night
1.2 km from City Centre800 m from Veterans Memorial Building
This hotel with 50 rooms and a lounge bar is centrally located 20 minutes' walk from the city center.
6.6
Nice48 reviews
From
C$ 135
/night
The Darling HouseHotel
1.6 km from City Centre500 m from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
While staying in the hotel you are invited to discover Santa Cruz Wharf set nearby, or walk for only 5 minutes to enjoy Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
7.8
Very good11 reviews
3.9 km from City Centre1.8 km from Santa Cruz City Museum of Natural History
Placed close to McPherson Center in the centre of Santa Cruz, this hotel offers 15 rooms.
8.0
Great41 reviews
From
C$ 353
/night
Harbor InnInn
3.0 km from City Centre1.2 km from Santa Cruz City Museum of Natural History
Offering 19 rooms with garden views, the hotel is set in Eastside Santa Cruz district, just steps from McPherson Center.
8.0
Great11 reviews
From
C$ 197
/night
1.3 km from City Centre400 m from Sky Glider
Guests can enjoy a seasonal outdoor swimming pool at this budget hotel, located in the busy area of Santa Cruz.
7.2
Very good5 reviews
From
C$ 92
/night
1.0 km from City Centre700 m from Pacific Avenue
Featuring a historical-style building in Westside Santa Cruz district, the hotel boasts a beach restaurant onsite.
7.6
Very good7 reviews
From
C$ 295
/night
2.1 km from City Centre1.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz
Set near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this budget venue is 30 minutes' walk of the city center.
5.8
Guest rating2 reviews
From
C$ 130
/night
97.1 km from City Centre
The boutique hotel is a good starting point to Santa Cruz' sights including San Francisco and Lush Lounge.
From
C$ 461
/night
1.2 km from City Centre200 m from Santa Cruz
Set in a busy area, this family hotel has a heated swimming pool and 17 rooms within walking distance of Cowell's Beach.
8.4
Great19 reviews
From
C$ 261
/night
Villa VistaVilla
6 adults
3 bedrooms
3 beds
5.1 km from City Centre1.4 km from First Church-Religious Science
Featuring cots and board games which are perfect for kids, this villa is situated 5 km away from the city centre.
From
C$ 721
/night
Boardwalk DreamVilla
4 adults
2 bedrooms
3 beds
1.1 km from City Centre400 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Situated a 100-minute drive to San Jose Airport, this villa features balcony and a sunny patio.
9.4
Perfect2 reviews
From
C$ 295
/night
The Boardwalk HavenVilla
4 adults
2 bedrooms
2 beds
1.2 km from City Centre600 m from Pacific Garden Mall
Featuring balcony together with views of the beach, this villa is located close to Abbott Square.
From
C$ 258
/night
4 adults
2 bedrooms
4 beds
5.6 km from City Centre1.6 km from First Church-Religious Science
Offering a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, coffee/tea making machines and a refrigerator, this villa is located close to New Bohemia Brewing Co..
From
C$ 278
/night
10 adults
2 bedrooms
3 beds
6.9 km from City Centre100 m from Armida Winery
6.8 km from City Centre200 m from Armida Winery
This beachfront hotel with ocean views lies close to the sights of Santa Cruz including Mid-County Senior Ctr Inc.
8.2
Great6 reviews
From
C$ 277
/night
9 adults
4 bedrooms
5 beds
6.8 km from City Centre200 m from Armida Winery
6 adults
3 bedrooms
3 beds
4.7 km from City Centre1000 m from First Church-Religious Science
Featuring a patio, this villa is located in Eastside Santa Cruz district, 5 km away from city centre.
From
C$ 432
/night
1.1 km from City Centre300 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
A few meters away you can enjoy Abbott Square.
From
C$ 256
/night
1.1 km from City Centre300 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
There are rooms facing the garden and the hotel is set close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
1.3 km from City Centre400 m from Sky Glider
Set about 20 minutes' walk from Lighthouse Field State Beach, this venue in Santa Cruz features an outdoor pool and a daily continental breakfast.
6 adults
1 bedroom
2 beds
6.8 km from City Centre200 m from Armida Winery
Beach Hill BungalowVilla
3 adults
1 bedroom
2 beds
1.1 km from City Centre300 m from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
8 adults
2 bedrooms
2 beds
6.8 km from City Centre200 m from Armida Winery
6 adults
1 bedroom
3 beds
6.9 km from City Centre200 m from Armida Winery
Beachwalk BungalowVilla
4 adults
2 bedrooms
3 beds
5.1 km from City Centre1.3 km from First Church-Religious Science
10 adults
4 bedrooms
5 beds
5.5 km from City Centre1.4 km from First Church-Religious Science
4 adults
2 bedrooms
2 beds
1.0 km from City Centre1.3 km from Nickelodeon Theatre
Placed just off Boardwalk, this beachfront villa features 2 bedrooms and a kitchen with a microwave oven and a dishwasher.
From
C$ 371
/night
6 adults
2 bedrooms
4 beds
5.7 km from City Centre1.6 km from First Church-Religious Science
This is a 2-bedroom villa, set in proximity to Capitola Museum.
From
C$ 401
/night
4 adults
2 bedrooms
2 beds
5.7 km from City Centre1.6 km from First Church-Religious Science
This is a 2-bedroom villa, set in proximity to Indian River Community College.
From
C$ 427
/night
Magical OasisVilla
8 adults
4 bedrooms
5 beds
2.0 km from City Centre600 m from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
The villa is set near Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse and has 4 separate bedrooms.
From
C$ 763
/night
6 adults
3 bedrooms
3 beds
6.2 km from City Centre1.1 km from Armida Winery
Situated a 90-minute drive to San Jose Airport, this villa features the garden and a patio.
From
C$ 495
/night
772 Heath Cv TownhouseApartment
7 adults
3 bedrooms
4 beds
4.1 km from City Centre200 m from First Church-Religious Science
Boasting a golf course and a garden, the villa is located in Eastside Santa Cruz district, 4 km from the city center.
From
C$ 415
/night
202 Pelton Ave HomeVilla
8 adults
3 bedrooms
4 beds
2.1 km from City Centre400 m from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
Situated a 90-minute drive to Memorial Park, this villa features a balcony and a sunny patio.
From
C$ 710
/night
8 adults
3 bedrooms
4 beds
5.2 km from City Centre1.5 km from First Church-Religious Science
Offering a kitchen equipped with a microwave oven, a dishwasher and a stove, this villa is set near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
From
C$ 533
/night
10 adults
4 bedrooms
4 beds
5.6 km from City Centre1.6 km from First Church-Religious Science
Situated in the popular area of the city 6 km from the city centre, the villa boasts a tennis court and a golf course.
From
C$ 761
/night
English Garden Studio SuiteApartment
2 adults
1 bedroom
1 bed
2.2 km from City Centre1.3 km from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
Located in the beach area of the city, the villa comprises 1 bedrooms and a kitchen for guests' convenience.
From
C$ 151
/night
Westside BeautyVilla
8 adults
3 bedrooms
3 beds
2.7 km from City Centre1.5 km from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
Set in Westside Santa Cruz district and 43 km from Memorial Park, this villa provides a kitchen with a microwave oven, coffee/tea making machines and a toaster.
From
C$ 363
/night
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What are some of the best cheap hotels to stay in Santa Cruz?
Some of the top-rated affordable hotels are:
Mission Inn rating: 3.9/5
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley rating: 4.0/5
Torch Lite Inn rating: 3.0/5
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Mission Inn rating: 3.9/5
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley rating: 4.0/5
Torch Lite Inn rating: 3.0/5
See more favoured cheap hotels here.
What are the most popular hotels near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum in Santa Cruz?
Casablanca On The Beach is the best hotel located only 15 minutes' on foot from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
What are good hotels for a short-term stay on business in Santa Cruz?
Business travelers can be quite busy, but keen to see the atmosphere of Santa Cruz. On this, you might enjoy Motel Santa Cruz.
Which hotels are located near the airport in Santa Cruz?
Travellers who stayed in Santa Cruz near Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport have left good reviews about Rodeway Inn and Economy Inn Watsonville.