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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Elizabeth

NT$8,472

NT$11,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A living room with wicker furniture, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a wooden fence.

A kitchen with a blue counter, wooden cabinets, and a large window with blinds.

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Julie

NT$4,070

NT$4,699 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Antionette

NT$4,532

NT$5,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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

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

4. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Terry

NT$3,488

NT$4,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

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

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.

5. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Mina

NT$4,657

NT$5,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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 hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Monika

NT$3,855

NT$4,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Margaret

NT$4,196

NT$4,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Natalya

NT$4,119

NT$4,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Katharine

NT$3,459

NT$4,014 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

10. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Carolyn

NT$2,527

NT$3,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Nicole

NT$2,800

NT$3,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

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.

12. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Kurtis

NT$3,041

NT$3,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

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

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Brooke

NT$5,080

NT$5,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.

14. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Molly

NT$6,657

NT$7,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

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.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Steve

NT$4,385

NT$5,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

16. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Sara

NT$3,152

NT$4,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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.

17. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

David

NT$3,136

NT$4,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder on one side, surrounded by a concrete deck.

A motel sign with amenities including low rates, pool, HBO, free WiFi, and internet access.

Two black chairs and a small table in a room with a carpeted floor and plain walls.

18. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

James

NT$2,209

NT$2,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, a framed picture, a chair, and a window.

A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.

A parking lot with a swimming pool, a white car, and a building with a balcony.

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Randi

NT$2,360

NT$2,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

20. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

"Despite claims of a recent remodel, the bed was tough and felt like an outdated box-spring. We were stuck next to a loud ice machine that cycled on and off all night; the hotel was full so they couldn’t move us. Walls had unexplained stains running down them, and the bathroom had about five flies we had to swat. There was a mini fridge and microwave; however, there was a coffee maker— no cups, coffee, or tea. No ice bucket or bags either, and the lobby didn’t even have a fork. This was a real...

Isaac

NT$3,123

NT$3,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 483 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,357 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,012 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 294 reviews	View

Top University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff. I was given lots of information about the area along with things to do."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Great location by beautiful beach and boardwalk"

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is so close to the boardwalk , parking is a reasonable price"

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome. Coming back in a week."

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room was clean. Staff was helpful and polite. Balcony and balcony furniture needs a good cleaning."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"My room was very large with one king bed in it. It was very clean and it also had a tub and a separate standing shower. Breakfast was very good and delicious, with variety of juices , yogurt, milk, pastries. The parking was very large and underground. You need a keycard to get back into the building, so it is safe. Next door there was a Habit grill which was very convenient for buying dinner. Within walking distance to the courthouse, a medical clinic, a T-Mobile store, and Jack in the box. I recommend this hotel to everyone."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and parking was comfortable. It was nice having lunch on the front patio."

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"My biggest question would be why on earth are the towels grey…? They don’t look clean even if they are, but also they don’t look like the color is intentionally chosen… they’re pale grey and look as though they just don’t get washed properly."

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"I can’t possibly give this resort enough stars. Exceeds expectations with the complimentary bottle of wine and snacks in the room, motion activated lighting under bathroom counters to guide the way to the toilet at night, the low step in the shower to put your leg on to shave. The pool was fantastic, as was the Aperol Spritz. The location could not have been better. Valet parking so easy. Helpful, effective staff. Everywhere I looked there was some decorative accent impressive enough to photograph. I could hear the ocean from my pool view room. I’m leaving against my will, can’t wait to go back. When I get home I guarantee no one will greet me with a smile and glass of champagne!"

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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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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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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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Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

You can take time to visit Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Swift Street Courtyard

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Swift Street Courtyard during your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum 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 6 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. Other good choices within 5 miles include Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz and Mission Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, will I receive a refund?

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What can I see and do near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, or Lighthouse Point Park. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Roaring Camp Railroads, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Enjoy the outdoors at Pleasure Point Park, University Terrace Dog Park, or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve.

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Our top choices for University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum hotels

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Mission Inn

5. Seaway Inn

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

9. Marea Sol Hotel

10. Ocean Pacific Lodge

11. Pacific Blue Inn

12. Edgewater Beach Inn

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

14. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

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

16. Rio Vista Suites

17. Casablanca On The Beach

18. National 9 Santa Cruz

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

20. Salt Air Lodge

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Top University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Marea Sol Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Casablanca On The Beach

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Other attractions near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

Mission Santa Cruz

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Williams-Reynolds House

Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center

Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

Swift Street Courtyard

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Town Clock

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