Eastside Santa Cruz Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn
"I get that the rooms have been “renovated,” but there’s a very wide range of definition for that term, which the Hitching Post made quite clear. No. Just, no. Wouldn’t recommend. Please try renovating again. Maybe it’ll work the next time."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Bella Notte
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
"We had a wonderful vacation in Santa Cruz overall, but I’m not sure we would choose to stay at this hotel again. Especially considering we paid around $400/night, plus an added $160 dog fee for 3 nights. Overall, I don’t think the quality of the hotel lived up to the price. Considering how much wear ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Chaminade Resort & Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Seaside Inn & Suites
"Good"
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

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

Pleasure Point
While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Upper Seabright
While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Santa Cruz
Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.










