The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Cruz Surfing Museum in Santa Cruz - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Frank

3.737.055 ₫

4.302.052 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

2. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Carmen

2.157.099 ₫

2.543.268 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

3. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Roxanna

3.137.409 ₫

3.629.279 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

4. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Lisa

3.073.672 ₫

3.557.811 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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 modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Jiexin

7.778.485 ₫

8.836.335 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Grester

3.512.025 ₫

4.049.580 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

7. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

KimLien

2.630.377 ₫

3.242.510 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Linda

3.178.513 ₫

3.675.395 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Natalya

3.259.159 ₫

3.765.876 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Sharon

2.575.485 ₫

3.068.209 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Anthony

2.137.601 ₫

2.799.420 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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 lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Brooke

3.954.280 ₫

4.545.768 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

jessika

3.754.485 ₫

4.321.608 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

14. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Shawna

2.836.415 ₫

3.670.456 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

15. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Michael

1.849.667 ₫

2.408.521 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

16. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Madeline

3.329.140 ₫

4.857.781 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.

17. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Molly

5.905.665 ₫

7.014.975 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

18. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 2 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Siddharth

1.769.020 ₫

2.058.047 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

19. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Justin

1.541.388 ₫

2.223.241 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, a framed picture, a chair, and a window.

A parking lot with a swimming pool, a white car, and a building with a balcony.

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Irinea

1.951.125 ₫

2.416.794 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,349 reviews	View
Carousel Beach Inn	9.2 Wonderful 107 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 301 reviews	View
Marea Sol Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,624 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,037 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Surfing Museum Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good

"Right across from boardwalk, but they were actively painting doorways on the floor we where staying so the smell of paint was coming through the door!"

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good

"We had a beautiful large room, with sunroom. We felt like we were in a bit of a fishbowl, but we chose that room, since we needed the three beds. There was a fantastic view of the beach and the volleyball courts from our room, so no one noticed us. The walkable wharf to the right provided a nice variety of restaurants, although very pricey. The hotel staff were friendly and helpful. There was not much ventilation in the room, I would have appreciated more, as there was a bit of a stale smell. I would suggest you take your own pillow, as the ones they provide are small and lumpy. Those are just small nit picky things, that can be overlooked, as we had a delightful stay and wished we could have stayed longer."

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"It was a bit over cast but it was good and clean beds was comfy"

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good

"Room is clean"

Seaway Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Room was great. I wish they would clean up the lobby. They use it as a storage space. Extra chairs, refrigerators, lamp shades, and the tv is never on. Can’t sit there and relax. Three days I went there in morning there was no coffee made or hot water for tea. Looks like counter space for snacks but it is cluttered. I love this little hotel but the lobby space has never been finished. 😞"

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"I have stayed here every time I go to Santa Cruz. It's close to the boardwalk and it's very well maintained"

Lighthouse Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Not ocean view but just a short walk thru the park across the street and you’re there. The rental is not the entire house, unsure if there are others living in the other part of the house but it was still a decent amount of space for my family of 4. Also the boardwalk is just a 5min drive down. Host is great and responds fast. Would recommend!"

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A beach scene with footprints, a sunset, and silhouettes of people and a dog.

Its Beach

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A blue door with a metal latch and lock.

Lighthouse Point Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Lighthouse Field State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lighthouse Field State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and houses on the cliffside.

Cowell's Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Cruz, enjoy the surf and sand at Cowell's Beach along with the surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)

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.

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Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.

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Mitchell Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mitchell Cove Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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What's the area like around Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 78 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Surfing Museum hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2. Carousel Beach Inn

3. Seaway Inn

4. Marea Sol Hotel

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

7. Mission Inn

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

10. Pacific Blue Inn

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

14. Rio Vista Suites

15. Beachview Inn

16. Casablanca On The Beach

17. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

18. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

19. Seaside Inn & Suites

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

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Top Santa Cruz Surfing Museum Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Casablanca On The Beach

Seaside Inn & Suites

Hotel Solares

Seaway Inn

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Lighthouse Beach House

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Its Beach

Lighthouse Point Park

Lighthouse Field State Beach

Cowell's Beach

Santa Cruz Wharf

Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

Mitchell Cove Beach

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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