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Harbor Inn

Harbor Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (354 reviews)
"the room was clean, the neighborhood was quiet and welcoming, and the staff were very kind. thank you!"
United States
ayreAnna
The price is NT$4,078
NT$4,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Harbor Inn
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (317 reviews)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Terrace/patio

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (575 reviews)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is NT$3,955
NT$4,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Lobby

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
9.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Great value. Clean room, friendly staff, amenities as expected, good breakfast. "
United States
Rosabelle
The price is NT$3,032
NT$3,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Lobby

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I love this hotel "
United States
Sean
The price is NT$3,193
NT$3,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Exterior

Coastal Valley Inn

Coastal Valley Inn
2.0 star property
31.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (306 reviews)
"Great"
United States
David
The price is NT$1,851
NT$2,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17
Coastal Valley 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
9.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (468 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is NT$2,658
NT$3,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Fern River Resort
Exterior

Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge
3.0 star property
20.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (173 reviews)
"Very relaxing stay. My whole family loved it!"
United States
Luz
The price is NT$5,004
NT$7,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Masood's Lodge
Exterior

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is NT$2,722
NT$3,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (998 reviews)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Fernando
The price is NT$3,862
NT$4,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is NT$4,394
NT$5,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Free continental breakfast

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
21.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Solid place"
United States
Jacob
The price is NT$3,251
NT$3,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24
Best Western Rose Garden 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
27.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (553 reviews)
"Great view, clean and nice room."
United States
JiaSheng
The price is NT$3,412
NT$3,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Lobby

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, nice breakfast, courteous staff, great location."
United States
Therese
The price is NT$3,469
NT$4,017 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Reception

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
27.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (946 reviews)
"Loved how comfortable everything was"
United States
Maria
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Property amenity

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was good in this hotel! Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Mario A
The price is NT$3,446
NT$3,969 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Inn At Pasatiempo
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Amenities were great! "
United States
Paul
The price is NT$3,735
NT$5,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Chaminade Resort & Spa
On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
10.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (887 reviews)
"Location & amenities"
United States
Ellen
The price is NT$8,034
NT$11,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Seascape Beach Resort
Garden

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Saratoga Oaks Lodge
3.0 star property
31.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (985 reviews)
"Nice location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Steve
The price is NT$4,995
NT$5,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Saratoga Oaks Lodge
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
7.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,034 reviews)
"Clean rooms, good food"
United States
Carlos
The price is NT$3,344
NT$3,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Eastside Santa Cruz
Learn more about Eastside Santa Cruz
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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.

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.

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.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

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 Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Roomy with a solid breakfast and really close to the water. "
Zachary 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like?
Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is a highly ranked property in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Harbor Inn.
How many hotels will I find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 196 hotels and other accommodations in Eastside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Eastside Santa Cruz.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Eastside Santa Cruz?
For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Eastside Santa Cruz, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach, and Sunny Cove Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighborhood. Harbor Beach, Lincoln Beach, and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Maria's Beach and Ocean Street are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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