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Our top choices for Santa Cruz 4-star hotels

A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a television, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A modern hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring arched windows and a covered entrance area.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and built-in bookshelves.

1. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
United States
Erica
4.541.184 ₫
6.382.126 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
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.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Elizabeth
6.978.960 ₫
9.281.564 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
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.

3. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Brooke
4.173.120 ₫
4.790.895 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.
A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
A breakfast area with a large mural of a vineyard, wooden furniture, and a buffet with various food items.

4. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
United States
Ma Luz
3.102.883 ₫
3.559.114 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Jiexin
7.750.080 ₫
8.804.066 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.
A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

6. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz
United States
Andrea
3.207.600 ₫
5.277.312 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Bella Notte
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.
A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."
A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

7. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
Capitola
United States
Jeff
5.808.672 ₫
8.066.096 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Inn at Depot Hill
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Santa Cruz and related destinations

Surfers catch perfect waves at Steamer Lane while sea lions bark along the wooden boardwalk of the historic Beach Boardwalk. Redwoods tower over hiking trails in nearby state parks, offering cool shade before you head back for sunset bonfires.

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A colorful coastal town with a sandy beach and a calm sea.

Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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."
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz?
Relax in 4-star hotel comfort at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection. Highly recommended by many of our guests, it offers a spa tub and concierge services. Also check out Dream Inn Santa Cruz. A resort and concierge services help make this escape another traveller favourite in Santa Cruz.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz?
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz?
If you choose to book a stay at a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz, you'll typically find lots of amenities to keep you comfortable, such as a gym, restaurant and pool. You can experience top-quality service and upmarket accommodation. Choose a 5-star hotel and you'll get a few extra perks — think around-the-clock concierge, on-site spas and indulgent turndown services. You're likely to get more amenities and first-rate services at a 5-star stay, but both are fabulous options for luxury guests.

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