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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Julia

NT$2,716

NT$5,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

2. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Marlene

NT$2,778

NT$3,225 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Frank

NT$4,079

NT$4,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

4. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Myla

NT$4,203

NT$4,851 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

5. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Judy

NT$2,972

NT$3,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Nova

NT$2,706

NT$3,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Grester

NT$3,786

NT$4,385 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Ingrid

NT$3,191

NT$3,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Sofia

NT$3,765

NT$4,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Sharon

NT$3,535

NT$4,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Tasia

NT$2,401

NT$3,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

cindy

NT$4,118

NT$4,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a display, and shelves with bottles.

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

13. Inn At Pasatiempo

2.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Paul

NT$4,183

NT$4,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Jacob

NT$4,118

NT$4,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

15. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Molly

NT$5,772

NT$6,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

jessika

NT$3,831

NT$4,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a door.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Alan

NT$3,107

NT$3,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

18. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

vincent

NT$2,597

NT$3,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

19. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Harjeet

NT$2,837

NT$4,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

20. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Shawna

NT$3,536

NT$4,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Edgewater Beach Inn	9.4 Exceptional 65 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,350 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 316 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Such a wonderful surprise! Wish we could have stayed longer."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place! I’ll be back"

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

10/10 Excellent

"N/A"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! We will be back."

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"A great stay, loved that the 2nd bed had its own room and tv. Bathroom was spacious. The water was hot, the fridge worked. They even have a mini golf there along side a patio where you Can relax. The only downside was you Can tell some guests live there as they were working on their cars and hanging out in groups in the rooms"

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"We love The Paradox! It’s our staycation spot. The pool is great, the food is good, and the rooms are amazing and clean. Staff are very helpful, especially Blossom and Jay!! Jay is always so helpful!"

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome property right in the heart of it all!"

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was nice and clean with what felt like high-quality bedding. Shower was nice, they had very unique lighting, which was cool. We unfortunately had a bad neighbor, slamming doors and fighting all night, but it was not the hotel’s fault. All hardwood floors, which is a must."

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is real cute"

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Pacific Avenue

8.6/10 (951 reviews)

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.

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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 reviews)

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Pacific Garden Mall

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Pacific Garden Mall during your stay in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Williams-Reynolds House

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Williams-Reynolds House. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

7.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 145 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Adjacent to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Seaside Inn & Suites.

How many hotels are there near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Expedia has 145 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.

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What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Williams-Reynolds House, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Edgewater Beach Inn

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Seaway Inn

5. Mission Inn

6. Carousel Beach Inn

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

9. Marea Sol Hotel

10. Pacific Blue Inn

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

13. Inn At Pasatiempo

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

15. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

18. Hitching Post Studios Inn

19. Casablanca On The Beach

20. Rio Vista Suites

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Casablanca On The Beach

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Surf City Inn and Suites

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Beachview Inn

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Hotel Solares

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Pacific Avenue

Mission Santa Cruz

Ocean Street

Pacific Garden Mall

Town Clock

Williams-Reynolds House

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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