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Our top choices for Mission Santa Cruz hotels

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (607 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is £265
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,367 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

3. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Seaway Inn
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

4. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is £142
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

5. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mission Inn
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (208 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

7. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (727 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

8. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,658 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

9. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Pacific Blue Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

10. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,360 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.9 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,554 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
1.5 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
AMY
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Inn At Pasatiempo
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,191 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

14. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,355 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,299 reviews)
"Great sized room."
United States
Josette
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.8 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Decent place to stay. Good location."
United States
ben
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

17. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.5 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (499 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hitching Post Studios Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

18. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,288 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
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.

19. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.9 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Free parking, free refreshments in lobby, clean room, great smelling toiletries. Walking distance to beach and boardwalk, would definitely stay again."
United States
Reilly
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Rio Vista Suites
A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

20. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 mi from Mission Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (288 reviews)
"Great budget hotel. Clean and friendly/honest and good parking situation too"
United States
Guenn
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
National 9 Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels close to Mission Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
607 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,367 reviews
View
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
328 reviews
View
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,014 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families near Mission Santa Cruz

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,360)
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Other attractions near Mission Santa Cruz

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Pacific Avenue

8.6/10 (951 reviews)
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.
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Top Mission Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful spacious room with fantastic amenities. Lovely welcoming staff on check in.
United Kingdom
Shirley
Reviewed February 19, 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Mission Santa Cruz?

Mission Santa Cruz 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 101 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Mission Santa Cruz?

Seaside Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Mission Santa Cruz. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Mission Santa Cruz?

Expedia has 101 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Mission Santa Cruz.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mission Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Mission Santa Cruz.

What can I see and do near Mission Santa Cruz?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Roaring Camp Railroads, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Mimi De Marta Dog Park if you want a dose of fresh air.