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Our top choices for Downtown Santa Cruz luxury hotels

Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"A pleasant and polite welcome to the hotel by the staff."
United States
Jan
The price is NT$4,801
NT$6,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - 2026/1/8
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Beach views
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is NT$8,175
NT$9,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (872)
"Good stay"
United States
Tamika
Seascape Beach Resort
Front of property
Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
Los Gatos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Room was excellent, comfortable. Loved the hotel decor. "
United States
Dacy
The price is NT$5,650
NT$7,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
Hotel Los Gatos
Front of property - evening/night
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
Los Gatos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (999)
"Nice hotel in the heart of downtown "
United States
june
The price is NT$5,205
NT$6,725 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
Library
Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (721)
"This property is highly recommended. Great staff and service! Private parking for the Kyoto room was a great bonus!"
United States
Aaron
Inn at Depot Hill
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1155)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is NT$3,440
NT$3,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1242)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is NT$2,821
NT$3,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Restaurant
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"Great stay"
United States
Mark
The price is NT$8,887
NT$11,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
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Top Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Nice room. Great they have a restaurant with indoor and seating. Sam will keep your heater going when dining ouside by the koi pond. Andrea (drea) is an excellent server. With her beaming personality she described dishes and made recommendations. The bar had a latin band to dance the night away."
leia 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

Are you searching for a great accommodation for your luxury holiday in Downtown Santa Cruz?
Expedia can help you arrange a flight to Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport or Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) airport, and then you can select from various places to stay that will deliver the luxury you'd like to find. Amenities are an important consideration when you plan a trip, so we make it easy to get what you want to make your stay relaxing and comfortable. If you want a posh hotel with fine dining, a spa, or several swimming pools, Expedia can assist you in finding the best luxury hotel experience that Downtown Santa Cruz offers. During your visit, you might want to enjoy the restaurants and coffee shops which Downtown Santa Cruz is known for.
What's there to see and do in Downtown Santa Cruz?
Take in some sights and attractions while you're in Downtown Santa Cruz by visiting Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, and Pacific Garden Mall. If you have spare time during your trip, you might want to make a stop at Monterey Bay and Ocean Street.

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