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Ocean Gate Inn - Santa Cruz - Building
Ocean Gate Inn
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.4Good(749)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$170+
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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley - Santa Cruz - Lobby
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.7Good(1097)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$214+
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(1403)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$534+
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Continental Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Continental Inn
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.2Good(1021)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$158+
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection - Santa Cruz - Pool
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(831)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$265+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East - Santa Cruz - Front desk
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.3Good(1052)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$151+
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The Inn at Pasatiempo - Santa Cruz - Pool
The Inn at Pasatiempo
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.3Very Good(756)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$212+
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SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Front desk
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
6.3Okay(1112)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$150+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.6Good(1653)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$228+
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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.4Very Good(219)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$260+
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(893)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$231+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Pool
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.8Good(852)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$204+
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Seaway Inn - Santa Cruz - Beach
Seaway Inn
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.3Very Good(954)
Parking
Pet friendly
$345+
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Pacific Blue Inn - Santa Cruz - Patio
Pacific Blue Inn
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.8Very Good(703)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$253+
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The Aqua Pacific Hotel - Santa Cruz
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
5.3Fair(486)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$318+
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Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling - Santa Cruz
Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
6.9Okay(1036)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$187+
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KAYAK’s insights for hotels in Santa Cruz

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Which month has the cheapest hotel rates in Santa Cruz?

Hotels are cheapest in Santa Cruz in January, with average rates of $382. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at $768.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in Santa Cruz?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in Santa Cruz, with an average nightly price of $393. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at $796.

How much is a hotel in Santa Cruz for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Santa Cruz found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was $176, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was $142. The cheapest room found overall was for $142.

How much is a hotel in Santa Cruz for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in Santa Cruz for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for $260 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as $325 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from $260 per night.

How early should you book a hotel in Santa Cruz?

Book at least 46 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Santa Cruz hotel.
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Low season

January

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

$288

Average price (weekend night)

$457
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 33% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Santa Cruz hotel deals

  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in San Francisco for 1 day.
  • Planning on visiting Santa Cruz with your family? Select a hotel adjacent to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, such as the affordable Aqua Breeze Inn. The Boardwalk is a beachfront amusement park that has a variety of carnival rides and games, making it a very popular attraction for kids.
  • If you’re hoping to spend most of your vacation by the ocean, choose one of the many hotels located within a five-minute walk of Main Beach, such as the Fireside Inn. Main Beach offers volleyball, swimming, and paddle boarding, and there are also lifeguards and public restrooms on site.
  • For art enthusiasts, choose a hotel near Santa Cruz’s Museum of Art and History, such as the Pacific Blue Inn, which is only a 10-minute walk from the museum. This museum contains exhibits highlighting contemporary California artists and history of the local area.
  • Downtown Santa Cruz contains a high concentration of the city’s shops, restaurants, and entertainment, including the Del Mar Theater and the Kuumbwa Jazz Theater. To be within walking distance of these attractions, select a hotel in the heart of this neighborhood, like the Cliff Crest Bed & Breakfast Inn, located just five blocks from Downtown.
  • If you would like to learn about the communities that are indigenous to the area, book a hotel near the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, such as the Ocean Gate Inn, located half a mile from the museum. The museum offers exhibits on the local people, animals, and geography, making it a great way to familiarize yourself with the history of the area.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Santa Cruz

  • What hotels in Santa Cruz are near the Santa Cruz Wharf?

    The Casablanca Inn is less than half a mile to the Wharf and is located directly next to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The Dream Inn is a 4-star choice that is a seven-minute walk to the Wharf, offering rooms with balconies that overlook the ocean.

  • Which hotels in Santa Cruz are near the University of California, Santa Cruz?

    There are several hotel options that are only a short drive away from the University of California campus. The Hampton Inn is only an eight-minute drive from the school, and it has a heated indoor swimming pool. The Best Western Inn is also an eight-minute drive from the campus and has free breakfast.

  • Are there hotels in Santa Cruz that have free parking?

    Because it is quite easy to explore Santa Cruz by car, booking a hotel with free parking helps you save money. The Beach Street Inn and Suites is only a minute walk from Cowell Beach and has free on-site parking and a community picnic area. The Hyatt Place is located 13 minutes on foot from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, with free parking for guests.

  • What hotels in Santa Cruz have a good view?

    The Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is only a two-minute walk from SunnyCove and offers guests direct views of the ocean. The Seaway Inn is an affordable choice that is only a 10-minute walk from the Santa Cruz Wharf and offers views of the nearby beach.

  • How do I find a hotel in central Santa Cruz?

    After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Santa Cruz districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Santa Cruz city centre

  • How can I find hotels near me?

    Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.

  • Are there Santa Cruz hotels with free parking?

    There are many hotels in Santa Cruz that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Ocean Gate Inn, Continental Inn and The Inn at Pasatiempo.

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