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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (605 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is NT$8,013
NT$10,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,040 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is NT$7,845
NT$8,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,366 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is NT$3,599
NT$4,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

4. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is NT$4,106
NT$4,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Seaway Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

5. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is NT$2,918
NT$3,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Mission Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (727 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is NT$3,392
NT$3,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

7. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is NT$5,421
NT$6,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

8. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,658 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is NT$3,515
NT$4,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Marea Sol Hotel
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is NT$4,398
NT$5,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

10. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (209 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is NT$3,199
NT$3,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Carousel Beach Inn
A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is NT$2,921
NT$3,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Pacific Blue Inn
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,556 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is NT$2,430
NT$3,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Ocean Pacific Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,366 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is NT$3,877
NT$4,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
AMY
The price is NT$4,234
NT$4,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Inn At Pasatiempo
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,304 reviews)
"Great sized room."
United States
Josette
The price is NT$4,136
NT$4,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,360 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is NT$2,602
NT$3,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,191 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is NT$3,599
NT$4,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

18. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Decent place to stay. Good location."
United States
ben
The price is NT$2,232
NT$2,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (498 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is NT$2,511
NT$2,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hitching Post Studios Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

20. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,288 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is NT$3,518
NT$5,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Casablanca On The Beach
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Phenomenal experience!"
Laurel 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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