Lower Ocean Travel Guide
Santa Cruz
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Popular places to visit
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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.
Natural Bridges State Park
You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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.
Ocean Street
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Lower Ocean
Surf City Inn and Suites
"Clean"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
"It’s okay if you just need a place to sleep for short stay, I would not stay here again or recommend for a long term stay. Property was not the most clean and could be better. Their sign out front advertises an indoor heated pool but it’s not indoor or heated; passing by the hotel it looks like it’s ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
"OK, but Heads up they charge $10 per person per night for every extra guest"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Solares
"You have lot of options near and it’s a great place to stay."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Torch Lite Inn
"I always stay here when I stay in Santa Cruz and it’s always the most convenient. A little more of a walk to the beach but definitely doable. All the workers are super nice as well!"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Drift Inn
"Encontramos pelos en las sabanas"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Lower Ocean
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 Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Eastside Santa Cruz
Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.
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.
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.
