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Here is a quick list of hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Pacific Blue Inn |
8.4 / 10 (435 Reviews) |
From 114$ | |
| Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection |
8.1 / 10 (386 Reviews) |
From 169$ | |
| Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages |
8.5 / 10 (344 Reviews) |
From 229$ | |
| West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn |
9.1 / 10 (227 Reviews) |
From 299$ | |
| Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz |
8.5 / 10 (609 Reviews) |
From 79$ |
If you're searching for a luxury stay near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, there are 3 hotels to consider.
For the best upscale hotels featuring an excellent service, book Dream Inn with cots, a business centre and shopping service for about 456US$ per night. Located in Westside Santa Cruz district, this 4-star accommodation offers room service, concierge service and a cash machine/banking services.
Other suitable options: Rio Vista Inn & Suites and Casablanca Inn On The Beach.
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Pacific Blue Inn
From 114$
The venue is 1 km from the city centre and adjacent to Tea House Spa. It also lies 750 within metres of the own beach. Santa Cruz Wharf is also located near the accommodation. You can get to Neary Lagoon Park in a few minutes by car.
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
From 169$
The hotel is placed in the very heart of Santa Cruz, a stroll away from Ocean Street. The city centre is close by, about 10 minutes' walk away. You can get to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in a few minutes by car.
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Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages
From 229$
The venue is 2.8 km to Main Beach. A free beach is about 17 minutes’ walk from the inn. Sunny Cove Sandy Swimming Beach is also located near the hotel.
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West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
From 299$
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is located near the venue, and Mineta San Jose International airport is approximately a 50-minute drive away. It’s easily reached 17 minutes' stroll from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach. Cowell Beach is also located near the hotel.
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Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
From 79$
The venue is situated 1 km from Santa Cruz city centre and 55 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. It is within 0.5 km of Sky Glider. Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is a short ride from Ocean View Park.
Hotels in Santa Cruz
| Airport nearby ✈️ | Monterey Peninsula, Oakland International, Mineta San Jose International, San Francisco International |
| Average Price 💰 | 250$ |
| Hotels in Santa Cruz 🏨 | 81 |
| Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 3870 |
| Landmarks nearby 📍 | University of California at Santa Cruz, Wilder Ranch State Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Museum of Art and History, Cave Train |
| Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Pacific Blue Inn |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages |
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
From 239$
The venue is 2.4 km away from Ocean View Park and 0.2 km from Cowell Beach. The property boasts location within 2 km from Santa Cruz city centre. The Dream Inn Santa Cruz is a short ride from Abbott Square.
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Casablanca Inn On The Beach
From 139$
This inn offers accommodation in Westside Santa Cruz district with nearby access to Santa Cruz Wharf. It takes 5 minutes to walk to Cocoanut Grove. This lovely hotel is located close to Monterey Bay. You can get to the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach in a few minutes by car.
For example, Drift Inn, Llc rated 7.0/10 is one of the best options from 70US$ per night.
Try as well Motel Santa Cruz — it is rated 6.2/10 and costs 65US$ per night.
Travellers have left more than 2133 positive reviews about Continental Inn rated 8.0/10 for 87US$ per night.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites rated 8.2/10 may also suit you — only 133US$ per one night.
Other top-rated options include Casablanca On The Beach, Hotel Solares and Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages.
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott with room rates from 70US$ per night is a 3-star property that includes a gym, snorkelling and diving.
One more suitable place is Rio Vista Inn & Suites — pay about 79US$ to book it.
Other great deals are Seaway Inn, Beachview Inn and National 9 Motel.