Pleasure Point 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 Pleasure Point
Chaminade Resort & Spa
"Great"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"Excelente servicio en en todas las aress"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
"Clean room, nice hotel, great location - except the pool is deceptively small. It's very, very small. My kids were so disappointed!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
"There was pool acse"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
"We really like this place - laid back vibe, clean, helpful staff, good food, the only downside is it can be a little noisy if your room overlooks the pool"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Casablanca On The Beach
"The staff and location were excellent. The cleanliness of the rooms (we had two) were subpar, food from previous guests left behind, many hairs on the sheets, and the floor was absolutely disgusting. I sat on a patio chair and it was broken, there was trash and debris in the potted plant outside ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Pleasure Point
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.
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.
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.
