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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

Outdoor spa tub

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,317 reviews)
"I loved my stay "
United States
Trice
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Exterior

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"national park and santa cruz boardwalk were close by and the staff were all so friendly, accomodating, and nice!"
United States
Jenna
The price is NT$2,754
NT$3,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Exterior

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (590 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is NT$5,203
NT$5,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Courtyard

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (909 reviews)
"Great warm welcoming, very professional, super helpful pointing out points of interest. Also, had a mid-afternoon delicious snack out for us (brownies yum)! Nice touch but most importantly, our room was very clean. We will most definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you so much Pacific Blue Inn for a wonderful stay!"
United States
Claire
The price is NT$3,179
NT$3,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Pacific Blue Inn
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (488 reviews)
"We had an excellent time staying here at fern river! The only thing is the floors were a little bit dirty and the listings for (kitchens) is a little bit misleading but overall we had a wonderful time, and would definitely stay again "
United States
Morgen
The price is NT$3,260
NT$4,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Fern River Resort
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!"
United States
Roxana
The price is NT$4,141
NT$5,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Mission Inn
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (343 reviews)
"Very nice has a full kitchen "
United States
Alissa
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (171 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is NT$5,152
NT$6,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Seaway Inn
Reception

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (192 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Donovan
The price is NT$2,239
NT$2,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
National 9 Santa Cruz
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.6 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (969 reviews)
"The staff (Katrina) was very professional and responsive to our requests , love the nature walk around the property "
United States
Malina
The price is NT$6,542
NT$7,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Monarch Cove Inn
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Living area

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
24.6 km from Downtown
7.4 out of 10, Good, (110 reviews)
"Great place, easy to find!"
United States
Jesus
The price is NT$2,399
NT$2,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
ROYAL INN
Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, River View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.9 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (562 reviews)
"Yes"
United States
Susana
The price is NT$4,442
NT$4,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The view was amazing, the rooms quite clean and spacious, and the pool/hot tub area was perfect."
United States
Sarah
The price is NT$4,299
NT$6,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Chaminade Resort & Spa
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (982 reviews)
"Very nice room. Great place and quiet"
United States
Amparo
Seaside Inn & Suites
Library

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
7.1 km from Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (729 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Clean and comfortable room (Library suite), delicious breakfast and great location. The owners were very welcoming. "
United States
Suzanne
Inn at Depot Hill
Front of property

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
28.4 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Exceptional hotel, super cool staff and great place to unwind "
United States
Aslam
The price is NT$4,765
NT$6,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Hotel Los Gatos
Exterior

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
6.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (520 reviews)
"Friendly staff clean rooms great location"
United States
Jessica
The price is NT$7,997
NT$9,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Capitola Hotel
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.8 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Good food as well as awesome staff. "
United States
Rayver
The price is NT$3,818
NT$4,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.9 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (882 reviews)
"A nice place at a great price "
United States
David
The price is NT$2,447
NT$2,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Suite, Fireplace | Balcony view

Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (821 reviews)
"Great location! Staff were helpful !"
United States
Gail
Capitola Venetian Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
This is a small state park at the northern end of Santa Cruz' scenic West Cliff Drive and a little over a mile from the Boardwalk, wharf and Main Beach. A couple of times a year you can see Monarch butterflies during their migration. They are not in the numbers of years past, but you'll still see some. If you walk north towards the rocks during low tide you will find some amazing tidepools full of sea anenomes, sea urchins, starfish, crabs, hermit crabs, and all sorts of marine life. The tidepools are on a ledge, so the tide needs to be quite high (>4 ft?) to reach them. The beach is absolutely stunning at sunset. #localsecrets
Photo by rabbit.Hole
Open Photo by rabbit.Hole

Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

Sunrise at Walton Lighthouse
Photo by Alex Sam
Open Photo by Alex Sam

Eastside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

Nice place to have coffee and watch the waves. Great surf spot. NO bathrooms! #beach #ocean #surf #shops #view
Photo by Jennifer Radman
Open Photo by Jennifer Radman

Pleasure Point

World-renowned surf spot with a strong surf culture, Pleasure Point offers picturesque ocean views along East Cliff Drive and a walkable path with separate bike lanes. Enjoy amenities at Pleasure Point Park and nearby 41st Ave commercial district.

CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Room was clean, but areas around was decent. I loved that the hotel is right in front of the beach. Stuff was helpful. "
Khilola 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travelers to the Downtown neighborhood in Santa Cruz will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House as part of your Downtown travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown?
Expedia customers rank Ocean Pacific Lodge the highest for a stay in Downtown.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Downtown.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown?
For additional details about updating your trip to Downtown or cancelling it, click here.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown are Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House. When you're sightseeing in Santa Cruz, Pacific Garden Mall and Neary Lagoon Park are also worth a stop.