Title: Lower Ocean Holidays 2026 from £1,660 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lower Ocean](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Ocean-Hotels.d980416250031603712.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Cruz.d6666.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Cruz.d6666.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Lower Ocean Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lower-Ocean.d980416250031603712.Car-Hire-Guide) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_packages.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Lower Ocean Holidays from £1,660 ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to £335 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Packages with flights are ATOL protected Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Sterling Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17400000/17395500/17395440/0d598a30_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Sterling Inn £1,660 per person 25 May - 29 May found 8 hours ago Return direct flight included London (LHR) to San Jose (SJC) 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews) Parking easy. Walking distance to restaurants. Clean but no extras. A basic room with clean linens Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026 ![Avatar Hotel Santa Clara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23781/d89679aa_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Avatar Hotel Santa Clara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton £1,765 per person 25 May - 29 May found 8 hours ago Return direct flight included London (LHR) to San Jose (SJC) 8.6/10 Excellent! (273 reviews) From the check in to check out, this hotel was amazing! Wonderful, friendly staff who went above and beyond for our little dancers (we stayed for a dance convention in the area). Clean, beautiful property. The pool area was fun for the kids and adults both! Extremely clean rooms and nicely stocked with everything we needed. The restaurant and bar were amazing as well. Great location. We’ll definitely return! Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 ![AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Santa Clara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33360000/33354500/33354408/a4ca54a1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Santa Clara £2,019 per person 25 May - 29 May found 8 hours ago Return direct flight included London (LHR) to San Jose (SJC) 9.4/10 Exceptional! (795 reviews) We had to pay $23 per night for parking which we didn’t know about in advance. The bathroom in the room was….. interesting. The toilet was technically in its own room however it had a stall-type door that was open at the top and bottom. Sorry, but I want complete privacy for any toilet business. The shower was great though, we loved the rain head shower. The bed was very comfortable. Location was quiet. Had a large bar in the common/check in area downstairs which was honestly the reason we booked this place….. and the bar wasn’t even open on a Saturday night. Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 ![Sonesta Select San Jose Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16900/16897/28318641_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Sonesta Select San Jose Airport Rosemary £1,695 per person 25 May - 29 May found 8 hours ago Return direct flight included London (LHR) to San Jose (SJC) 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,728 reviews) Perfect for airport shuttle Friendly helpful staff Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026 ## Where to stay in Lower Ocean Find the best Lower Ocean areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. [Learn more about Lower Ocean](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Lower-Ocean.dx980416250031603712) ![Westside Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/b5aae69b-1420-44c5-9700-09c18e2d48b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Westside Santa Cruz 7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area 4/5(31 area reviews) Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. [Find hotels in Westside Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248633938969903) ![Carmel California. Point Lobos National Park. Pinnacle Point panorama.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969699/060c3d42-eae5-418b-80d1-a16092a76e93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Eastside Santa Cruz 1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area 4/5(1 area review) 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. [Find hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248633938969699) ![Pleasure Point](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975748864/5f61b0cb-bdcf-464a-ae21-c8a26e252bd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pleasure Point While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access. [Find hotels in Pleasure Point](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248635975748864) ![CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327592/765dd2b7-8dc8-43e9-a63e-99581f2057c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [Find hotels in Beach Hill - Beach Flats](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248635976479150) ![Downtown, Santa Cruz, California, USA, during autumn. The image shows the street with trees in fall colors, buildings, and a bus. The photo shows the city's architecture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969818/f79caaa9-8341-416d-bfd4-b5257e0727fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [Find hotels in Downtown Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248633938969818) ## Top hotels in Lower Ocean ![Surf City Inn and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5300/5293/d926e1b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Surf City Inn and Suites 619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £78 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees 7.8/10 Good! (1,012 reviews) I ended up leaving after three trips back to the frontI waited for maintenance for almost 90 minutes to fix a non-operational TV and phone. Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=5293&PinnedHotelID=5293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980416250031603712) ![The Aqua Pacific Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87712500/87712491/e51b70d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Aqua Pacific Hotel 330 Ocean St. Santa Cruz CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £82 28 Apr - 29 Apr includes taxes & fees 7.8/10 Good! (804 reviews) Hot tub was out of order but parking felt safe Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F04%2F2026&endDate=29%2F04%2F2026&selected=87712491&PinnedHotelID=87712491&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980416250031603712) ![Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/54cec646_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz 505 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA Fully refundable £60 28 Apr - 29 Apr includes taxes & fees 8.2/10 Very Good! (887 reviews) Great location for reasonably priced hotel. Clean room and nice staff. Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F04%2F2026&endDate=29%2F04%2F2026&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980416250031603712) [See all 1,199 properties in Lower Ocean](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.Package&startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026®ionId=980416250031603712) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/06/08/all-inclusive_holidays_US.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) All Inclusive Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays?rfrr=editorial.All_Inclusive%20Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/10/17/XPC_Beach_Overview_HR_v3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Beach Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/beach-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Beach_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/06/08/Family_holidays_US_3_.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Family Friendly Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/kid-friendly-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Family_Friendly%20Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/04/29/frCA_Sejours_golf-Portugal.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Golf Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/golf-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Golf_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/07/15/US_Luxury_VR_Miami.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Luxury Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/luxury-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Luxury_Holidays.click) ![gay friendly holidays](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2023/06/15/LGBTQIA_Holiday_Package.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) LGBTQ+ Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/gay-friendly-holidays?rfrr=editorial.LGBTQ+_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/08/29/romantic.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Romantic Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/romantic-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Romantic_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/10/17/31952_v1_atfraraski22_insta_4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Ski Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/ski-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Ski_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/08/22/hero-image-pet-friendly_copy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Pet Friendly Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/pet-friendly-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Pet_Friendly%20Holidays.click) ![Holiday in Month](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2023/05/10/mesog-34434-card-venice.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Where to go when [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/b/where-to-go-when?rfrr=editorial.Where_to%20go%20when.click) ### Popular places to visit ![Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/b45be7dc-b7ee-4e2f-913e-96687d20622a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Beach-Boardwalk-Westside-Santa-Cruz.d6065915.Attraction) ![Mystery Spot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065921/d28cfec3-0a62-49c3-8c59-000ebb30e504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mystery Spot 4.5/5(2 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mystery-Spot-Santa-Cruz.d6065921.Attraction) ![Wilder Ranch State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635983994575/d83918db-ee24-4fec-b89b-5f0f78ccf1dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilder Ranch State Park Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilder-Ranch-State-Park-Santa-Cruz.d6328116.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Secret Beach Location](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46593425/92f8db64-01a6-4910-8d45-a3218df558f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz £26 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-private-beach-tour-in-santa-cruz.a46593425.activity-details) ![Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5204449/43dc9f95-f013-4b9a-b724-1190dca566bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour £4 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/capitola-private-personalized-self-guided-app-tour.a5204449.activity-details) ![Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47178731/1548d3e5-e5e6-4438-b9c3-b01c5bb45f5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour £4 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/uc-santa-cruz-personalized-self-guided-app-tour.a47178731.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?rid=980416250031603712) \* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. 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