Westside Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz which includes water sports

Popular places to visit

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(41 reviews)

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.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Santa Cruz Wharf

5/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
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Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(9 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Natural Bridges State Park during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
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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.

Ocean Street
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Pacific Avenue

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Pacific Avenue
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Cowell's Beach

Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Cowell's Beach

Things to do

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Santa Cruz: Sidecar Wine Tour with Guide and Wine Tasting

£158
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz: Sidecar Wine Tour with Guide and Wine Tasting
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Big Sur Private Charter from San Francisco by Luxury SUV 10 hrs

£1,029
Per adult
Big Sur Private Charter from San Francisco by Luxury SUV 10 hrs
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Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

£98
Per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

£98
Per adult
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
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Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

£24
Per adult
Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour
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Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz

£28
Per adult
Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz
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Top hotels in Westside Santa Cruz

Seaside Inn & Suites
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
525 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £73 per night from 16 May to 17 May
£73
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (355 reviews)
"Had a pleasant stay, room was comfortable and staff were friendly. Location was great."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Seaside Inn & Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £141 per night from 6 May to 7 May
£141
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"We really enjoyed hanging out at the pool, dining in the restaurant and being able to walk into town. It was also close to the Beach Boardwalk, several beaches, the warf and the Mystery Spot. There was also a park next to the hotel."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2024

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £115 per night from 7 May to 8 May
£115
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa and breakfast. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (378 reviews)
Would have been great
"Hotel was fine, walls are thin. There was a couple fighting down the hall and a frat party over several rooms on the second floor."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £223 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£223
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Beautiful ocean view
"Beautiful ocean view. Free upgrade."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £143 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£143
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Property was super clean, staff was amazing, breakfast was good, and hotel was close to all."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2024

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 out of 5
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is £181 per night from 6 May to 7 May
£181
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,216 reviews)
"Excellent views and access to beach. Exceeded out expectations"

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Casablanca On The Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside Santa Cruz

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Circles

While Circles may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Cowell's Beach.

Circles
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Westlake

When in Westlake, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westlake
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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.

Downtown Santa Cruz
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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 Main Beach.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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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.

Upper Seabright
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Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright

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