Title: Lower Ocean Travel Guide: Best of Lower Ocean, Santa Cruz Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lower Ocean](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Ocean-Hotels.d553248635976394826.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Lower Ocean](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Ocean-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635976394826.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Lower Ocean Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lower-Ocean.d553248635976394826.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lower Ocean Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Ocean.d553248635976394826.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Lower Ocean Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![EN5XP1 Street scene in autumn with shops art galleries on Ocean Avenue Carmel Monterey County California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351808/ef056b2b-5188-40e2-985c-ead470ec0f72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lower Ocean Things to do - Top hotels in Lower Ocean - Top Holiday Rentals in Lower Ocean ![Hyatt Place Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/b0c40f38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Santa Cruz 407 Broadway Santa Cruz CA £117 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews) Room is spacious, plenty for a family of five, and the Buffett breakfast is generous given the price of the hotel. Another positive is the staff, they were gracious and professional throughout. Areas it lacked: - tub/shower would not drain well, water would back up, likely due to people bringing ... Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=17271952&PinnedHotelID=17271952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394826) ![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 £77 23 Apr - 24 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews) AC was great, staff was accommodating, nothing fancy but a great location and fairly priced. Really appreciated the room had 3 queen beds, I've never seen that before but it gave my whole family a place to sleep. Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F04%2F2026&endDate=24%2F04%2F2026&selected=5293&PinnedHotelID=5293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394826) ![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 £81 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (803 reviews) Was very good ,very close to boardwalk Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=87712491&PinnedHotelID=87712491&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394826) [See all 1,203 properties in Lower Ocean](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635976394826) 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. ![Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89790000/89789600/89789529/941cbb50_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk Santa Cruz CA Stay at this holiday home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews) Great location Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-30-Day-Rental-Giant-Dipper-House.h89789529.Hotel-Information) ![Fern River Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12510000/12503600/12503533/7b59df89_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fern River Resort 5250 Highway 9 Felton CA Stay at this beach cabin in Felton. Enjoy free parking, a private beach and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (489 reviews) Love this place super friendly and accommodating. Always a great place to stay. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Fern-River-Resort.h12503533.Hotel-Information) ![Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33120000/33112100/33112057/54ad2e6f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage Santa Cruz CA Stay at this cottage in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (314 reviews) Excellent communication with Jason during our stay. Had a few questions on the operation of the hot tub and he was quick with a response. While small, it was enough room for the 3 of us (2 adults & 1 teen). It was great that the TV had all the streaming options. Cottage is close to town and easily ... Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Charming-Romantic-Yacht-Harbor-Beach-Cottage.h33112057.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Lower Ocean](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635976394826&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Lower Ocean hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394826&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01)[31 Mar - 1 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394826&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394826&startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-03-02)[1 Apr - 2 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394826&startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-03-02) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394826&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394826&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394826&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026)[10 Apr - 12 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394826&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026) ### 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 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 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) ![USA-Santa Cruz-Natural Bridges State Beach; Shutterstock ID 101070745](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065917/43bea666-ed08-4f82-a646-075da65a2a91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Natural-Bridges-State-Park-Santa-Cruz.d6065917.Attraction) ![Pier at Santa Cruz, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6209895/eb65cea1-184a-499c-ae20-633fad3592be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Wharf-Westside-Santa-Cruz.d6209895.Attraction) ![EN5XP1 Street scene in autumn with shops art galleries on Ocean Avenue Carmel Monterey County California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351808/ef056b2b-5188-40e2-985c-ead470ec0f72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocean-Street-Santa-Cruz.d6351808.Attraction) ![0_101070739](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065913/e3360ab9-a54d-436a-babf-59649cbc6bbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Main Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Main-Beach-Santa-Cruz.d6065913.Attraction) ### Things to do ![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) ![Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389006/f88c6e25-e576-4462-9814-d27f0a305b4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area £97 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/beginner-outdoor-rock-climbing-bay-area.a1389006.activity-details) ![Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4252920/81677566-18a6-4e11-abfe-6b1d4f48d69b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Redwoods Forest Bathing £89 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/redwoods-forest-bathing.a4252920.activity-details) ![Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2262173/5e1c9c51-0e8d-438a-bf60-efbabfd1eb34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz £104 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/beginner-surf-lesson-in-santa-cruz.a2262173.activity-details) ![5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4819328/705e4b93-b037-4d70-b76f-a95c1cc04db1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic £104 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/5-hour-wilderness-skills-survival-clinic.a4819328.activity-details) [See all activities in Lower Ocean](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Lower-Ocean.d553248635976394826.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Lower Ocean ![Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/0b206b03-8d0c-450f-9a89-e6b2f0f903f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Cruz - Cities near Lower Ocean - Places of interest [Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.dx6666) - [Monterey Bay ](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Bay-California.d553248621532640233.Attraction) - [Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Beach-Boardwalk-Westside-Santa-Cruz.d6065915.Attraction) - [Mystery Spot ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mystery-Spot-Santa-Cruz.d6065921.Attraction) - [Silicon Valley ](https://expedia.co.uk/Silicon-Valley-California.d6023769.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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