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Our top choices for Lower Ocean hotels

Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (799 reviews)
"Close to everything we wanted to explore, great customer service. "
United States
Charis
The price is 2.340.700 ₫
3.150.045 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (882 reviews)
"A nice place at a great price "
United States
David
The price is 2.014.015 ₫
2.332.045 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (81 reviews)
"Really close to boardwalk"
United States
Carmina
The price is 2.079.833 ₫
2.329.413 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Drift Inn
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff was great!"
United States
Mark
The price is 1.810.755 ₫
2.259.485 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Surf City Inn and Suites
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Such an amazing price for the location!!! Super close to boardwalk and downtown we didn’t even have to drive anywhere! "
United States
Myles
The price is 2.215.417 ₫
2.566.830 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Torch Lite Inn
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
6.6 out of 10, (1,008 reviews)
"Great room, clean, lots of sunshine and a big balcony♡."
United States
Angela
The price is 2.119.254 ₫
2.979.527 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Hotel Solares
Ecotours

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
5.0 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Was an okay stay. Everything worked however they only had one towel and one hand towel in the room."
United States
Frances
The price is 1.816.563 ₫
2.273.073 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Motel Santa Cruz
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
The price is 2.961.787 ₫
3.402.765 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Ocean Gate Inn
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Living area

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
23.7 km from Lower Ocean
7.4 out of 10, Good, (110 reviews)
"Great place, easy to find!"
United States
Jesus
The price is 1.775.250 ₫
1.988.280 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
ROYAL INN
Exterior

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"national park and santa cruz boardwalk were close by and the staff were all so friendly, accomodating, and nice!"
United States
Jenna
The price is 2.264.693 ₫
2.617.113 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
21.5 km from Lower Ocean
6.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean and nice staff"
United States
Anthony
The price is 1.806.732 ₫
2.182.818 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (343 reviews)
"Very nice has a full kitchen "
United States
Alissa
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Lower Ocean
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (980 reviews)
"Very nice room. Great place and quiet"
United States
Amparo
Seaside Inn & Suites
Two Double Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
shiana
The price is 1.816.563 ₫
2.383.384 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Beachview Inn
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Good food as well as awesome staff. "
United States
Rayver
The price is 3.165.822 ₫
3.661.150 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.6 km from Lower Ocean
7.0 out of 10, Good, (631 reviews)
"Clean facity and room, quiet, friendly reception."
United States
Celia
The price is 2.428.139 ₫
2.831.406 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Exterior

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Lower Ocean
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great value, hidden gem. Disregard the older reviews the ownership has changed and the rooms have been remodeled. For the price you get all the basic amenities with an even greater location close to the tourist area of santa cruz "
United States
Jarod
The price is 1.998.800 ₫
2.297.831 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Lower Ocean
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The property for us os clean and simple. Could have used a chair or two with a small table. Staff is friendly. Shops and restaurants are close by, felt very safe. The worf and ocean are close by. Have stayed there several times."
United States
Galvin
The price is 1.696.966 ₫
2.304.721 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Lobby

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Lower Ocean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"staff is very nice and helpful! very easy to check in and out, breakfast is delicious, would absolutely come back! "
United States
Charlie
The price is 2.886.756 ₫
3.476.429 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Outdoor spa tub

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.9 km from Lower Ocean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,321 reviews)
"I loved my stay "
United States
Trice
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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Compare popular hotels in Lower Ocean

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi
Drift Inn
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
81 reviews
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Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
882 reviews
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Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
1,002 reviews
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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
799 reviews
View
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,011 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lower Ocean

Find the best Lower Ocean areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 (>4 ft?) to reach them. The beach is absolutely stunning at sunset. #localsecrets
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Open Photo by rabbit.Hole

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.

Sunrise at Walton Lighthouse
Photo by Alex Sam
Open Photo by Alex Sam

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.

Nice place to have coffee and watch the waves. Great surf spot. NO bathrooms! #beach #ocean #surf #shops #view
Photo by Jennifer Radman
Open Photo by Jennifer Radman

Pleasure Point

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

CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue

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.

Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

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 Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice place. Our room was clean and bright. We also had the beach Veiw. Great girls trip. "
Linda 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Casablanca On The Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lower Ocean?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Lower Ocean's Lower Ocean neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Ocean Street as part of your Lower Ocean travel plans.
How many hotels are there in Lower Ocean?
With 18 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Lower Ocean to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Lower Ocean area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Lower Ocean.
What is there to do around this Lower Ocean neighbourhood?
Ocean Street is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Ocean. While you're out sightseeing, Pacific Garden Mall and Pacific Avenue are a couple of additional sights to visit in Lower Ocean.