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Discover 1,186 Eastside Santa Cruz hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1071)
"Very patient and kind night shift front desk. Also I have only worked with the the night shift but I’m sure the day shift are amazing too."
The price is $117
includes taxes & fees
$102 per night
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (627)
"I didn’t like the two doors access "
The price is $100
includes taxes & fees
$87 per night
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Seaside Inn & Suites
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1300)
"Amazing "
The price is $170
includes taxes & fees
$148 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Casablanca On The Beach
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1014)
"It was very clean and quiet. Staff were nice and professional."
The price is $95
includes taxes & fees
$81 per night
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"This place is amazing. Top notch service, super cool place, incredible location. 10/10."
The price is $266
includes taxes & fees
$233 per night
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1015)
"Clean, new, no complaints. "
The price is $132
includes taxes & fees
$115 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (662)
"Good location for the Pier"
The price is $115
includes taxes & fees
$99 per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Marea Sol Hotel
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1115)
"Great service and great location. Appreciate the friendly staff!!"
The price is $137
includes taxes & fees
$118 per night
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (653)
"Everyone from the front desk to the valet and the restaurant staff were very accommodating and friendly. The room was clean and spacious. Very close to the Boardwalk and my daughter's house. I'm planning to return to visit my daughter in December and will definitely stay here. "
The price is $132
includes taxes & fees
$114 per night
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"The staff was fairly friendly. I thought the room was very clean. The accomodations seemed basic but adequate. The bed was firm but I found it very comfortable. I think the location was good. Some driving may be necessary to find the restaurant that you'd like. There was some noise outside but inside the room I didn't notice anything. The landscaping needs improvement. A person needs to be very careful entering the street because there is some traffic."
The price is $79
includes taxes & fees
$68 per night
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Torch Lite Inn
Continental Inn
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Perfect and cozy for travelers who just need a bed, running water, and wifi"
The price is $89
includes taxes & fees
$77 per night
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Continental Inn
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Friendly staff, clean rooms, access to the beachand boardwalk are great. Love the cafe below!"
The price is $147
includes taxes & fees
$128 per night
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Second time here, love the vibe…clean, friendly staff, able to check in early…love the game options (ping pong, shuffle board table, etc) and pool is great. "
The price is $126
includes taxes & fees
$109 per night
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Room was very clean. Breakfast was adequate. Beds were very comfortable. The hot tub didn’t seem clean. The pool is very small and monopolized by children. The smoking area is unpleasant and we had to walk by it - we are not smokers"
The price is $101
includes taxes & fees
$87 per night
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"👍👍👍"
The price is $212
includes taxes & fees
$189 per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Goid"
The price is $129
includes taxes & fees
$111 per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Everything was good no problems at all "
The price is $122
includes taxes & fees
$106 per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Mission Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Property was Clean & breakfast was good"
The price is $137
includes taxes & fees
$119 per night
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1006)
"Cute"
The price is $95
includes taxes & fees
$83 per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Beachview Inn
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (484)
"Good "
The price is $103
includes taxes & fees
$90 per night
Nov 17 - Nov 18
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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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 the highest ranked property in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another top choice in the area is Hitching Post Studios Inn.

How many hotels will I find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?

Expedia has 199 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?

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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. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Harbor Beach, and Lincoln Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.