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Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"Great hidden gem"
United States
Dillon
The price is 2.343.459 ₫
2.801.882 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Pacific Blue Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk
ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
24.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (87)
"Friendly staff."
United States
Eduardo Rodriguez
The price is 1.777.342 ₫
1.990.624 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
ROYAL INN
Lobby
Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
24.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Friendly staff and very clean. We really enjoyed our stay."
United States
Nancy
The price is 2.797.669 ₫
3.242.663 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Front of property
Valley Inn

Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
23.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
5.6 out of 10, (314)
"The rooms are bland microwave was filthy and the coffe pot had a used pod in it "
United States
roscoe
Valley Inn
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (615)
"Clean facity and room, quiet, friendly reception."
United States
Celia
The price is 2.238.815 ₫
2.619.413 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Free buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
22.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The parking lot was limited, however the staff was very friendly and obliging. "
United States
Laura
The price is 3.660.009 ₫
4.215.593 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Exterior
Pacific Coast Inn

Pacific Coast Inn

Pacific Coast Inn
2.0 star property
23.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (70)
"Clean room and good service "
United States
Gerardo
The price is 2.106.480 ₫
2.439.725 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Pacific Coast Inn
Coffee service
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
22.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1000)
"Clean room, friendly staff "
United States
Eddie
The price is 1.800.777 ₫
2.176.257 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.6 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (977)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Fernando
The price is 3.325.079 ₫
3.839.847 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Outdoor pool
Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Nice rooms, pleasant atmosphere wonderful restaurant onsite! "
United States
Brian
The price is 3.923.319 ₫
5.191.699 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel Los Gatos
Terrace/patio
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
2.5 star property
27.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (687)
"This place is clean, the staff is helpful and it is easy to park once you find the driveway."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is 3.530.987 ₫
3.961.499 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Lobby
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
29.4 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (931)
"Great room. Wonderful staff. Terrific location. Amazing food nearby."
United States
William
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Lobby
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
2.5 star property
28.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Room & breakfast was great. "
United States
Calvin
The price is 3.923.319 ₫
4.394.117 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
Family Triple Room | Balcony view
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.9 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (547)
"Such a beautiful place to stay! Rooms are outstanding, the views are spectacular, and service is excellent. Robert and Marianne"
United States
Robert
The price is 2.842.326 ₫
3.185.533 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Terrace/patio
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice hotel in the heart of downtown "
United States
june
The price is 4.298.525 ₫
5.561.539 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
13.5 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (868)
"Beautiful views!"
United States
Jennie
Seascape Beach Resort
Fountain
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
10.8 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great location. Helpful staff via phone."
United States
Calvin
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
10.3 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
United States
Ariana
The price is 2.785.293 ₫
3.234.233 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Front of property
Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.2 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (942)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Henry
The price is 5.026.851 ₫
5.715.670 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Monarch Cove Inn
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Kyoto) | Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated
Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
6.7 km from Downtown Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (721)
"This property is highly recommended. Great staff and service! Private parking for the Kyoto room was a great bonus!"
United States
Aaron
The price is 5.268.906 ₫
7.484.984 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Inn at Depot Hill
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Cruz

Find the best Downtown Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Santa Cruz which includes general coastal views and views as well as an individual male

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 Pacific Avenue.

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 38th Avenue Beach Access.

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 Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Upper Seabright

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

Top Downtown Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Thank you to the friendly staff"
Manuel 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Santa Cruz like?
Downtown Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and cycling. Are you looking for Downtown Santa Cruz travel tips? Make sure that you visit Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're in the neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Santa Cruz.
What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Downtown Santa Cruz, consider Pacific Garden Mall or Pacific Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Santa Cruz include Williams-Reynolds House, Town Clock and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Mission Santa Cruz and Ocean Street are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.