Eastside Santa Cruz Holidays

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This is a small state park at the northern end of Santa Cruz' scenic West Cliff Drive and a little over a mile from the Boardwalk, wharf and Main Beach. A couple of times a year you can see Monarch butterflies during their migration. They are not in the numbers of years past, but you'll still see some. If you walk north towards the rocks during low tide you will find some amazing tidepools full of sea anenomes, sea urchins, starfish, crabs, hermit crabs, and all sorts of marine life. The tidepools are on a ledge, so the tide needs to be quite high

Westside Santa Cruz

7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(31 area reviews)

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue.

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Top hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz CA
8.6/10 Excellent! (336 reviews)
Very nice has a full kitchen

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

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Hitching Post Studios Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.377.117 ₫ per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
3.377.117 ₫
3.890.512 ₫ total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (585 reviews)
Clean

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.149.942 ₫ per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
3.149.942 ₫
3.642.688 ₫ total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,086 reviews)
No. Room had spider net on ceiling and corners and dust on AC unit also had bad smell when unit started to run.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Eastside Santa Cruz holiday package cost?
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What does an Expedia Eastside Santa Cruz travel package include?
It's up to you! You can pick from a variety of Eastside Santa Cruz bundles, such as a rental car, flight and hotel. You can also book a flight with a hotel, or a rental car and a flight. Once you've made your booking, you can add the fun stuff like tours and activities. Whatever your ideal Eastside Santa Cruz getaway looks like, get ready to save!
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If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Eastside Santa Cruz holiday package?
It is possible to cancel your Eastside Santa Cruz booking if your travel plans have been upended. Whether you'll be charged a fee or not depends on your hotel, airline or car rental company. You may be able to cancel or change your booking for free if you booked in the last 24 hours. Head to our Customer Service Portal to find out more.

Popular places to visit

Sunrise at Walton Lighthouse

Santa Cruz Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Santa Cruz Harbor
The place where you can't stay straight.

Mystery Spot

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
Pier at Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz Wharf

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Santa Cruz Wharf