The Best Hotels Closest to Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve in Santa Cruz - 2026 Updated Prices

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

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

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

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Natalya

£114

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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.

2. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Mina

£111

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

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.

3. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Terry

£100

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 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.

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Monika

£104

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

5. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

"Despite claims of a recent remodel, the bed was tough and felt like an outdated box-spring. We were stuck next to a loud ice machine that cycled on and off all night; the hotel was full so they couldn’t move us. Walls had unexplained stains running down them, and the bathroom had about five flies we had to swat. There was a mini fridge and microwave; however, there was a coffee maker— no cups, coffee, or tea. No ice bucket or bags either, and the lobby didn’t even have a fork. This was a real...

Isaac

£82

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

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.

6. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Justin

£54

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

A covered corridor with a railing, large windows, and a view of a parking lot.

A motel with a central entrance, multiple rooms, and a covered area with a railing.

7. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 2.6 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

John

£58

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

8. Inn at Depot Hill

6.2 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Jeff

£275

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.

A golf course with artificial green turf, a flagstick, and a stone wall.

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.

9. Surf City Inn and Suites

Lower Ocean, 2.5 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Heather

£58

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 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 building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

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

10. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 2.5 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Denny

£54

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.

A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.

11. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Lower Ocean, 2.7 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

virgil

£53

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.7 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Grant

£69

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

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

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 2 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Ramiro

£85

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

A cozy seating area with a star decoration, two lanterns, and a wicker table with magazines.

A view through a window of a building with a sign for 'Arcade Arcade'.

A star-shaped decoration on a windowsill with two lanterns beside it.

14. Capitola Hotel

6.1 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Mary

£222

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

5.3 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Milton

£122

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

6.1 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Steven

£93

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

A motel sign with amenities including low rates, pool, HBO, free WiFi, and internet access.

Two black chairs and a small table in a room with a carpeted floor and plain walls.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

17. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

James

£60

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A poolside area with seating, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A pool area with blue umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a white fence.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large flat-screen TV, and a small Christmas tree on the counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a mini-fridge, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Hotel Solares

Lower Ocean, 2.5 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

francisco

£74

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.

A garden with various flowers and a pergola.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, wooden cabinets, and various kitchen appliances.

19. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Brian

£64

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a wooden fence.

A living room with wicker furniture, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

A kitchen with a blue counter, wooden cabinets, and a large window with blinds.

20. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 mi from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Julie

£125

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 292 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	9.0 Wonderful 704 reviews	View
Salt Air Lodge	8.4 Very good 127 reviews	View

Top Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great and breakfast was easy nothing special but hit breakfast is good. Place is quiet and spacious"

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff, pet friendly areas, convenient location in nice area."

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good

"Great location with beautiful beach views and patios"

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location was ideal for visiting the boardwalk. The staff were very helpful and had great recommendations for great food."

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

8/10 Good

"Super charming classic hotel with a friendly staff, great pool and jacuzzi. Awesome views from the balcony. Just wish it wasn't so extremely expensive"

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay for business or pleasure"

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Great Breakfast. Great pool and hot Tub. Very Nice Room. Wonderful Staff."

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely home. All the amenities we needed. Host easy to communicate with. Beautiful beach view. Loved sitting on front lawn and people watching. Beach walk right across the street. Close to many great restaurants. Would definitely book again"

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Super friendly front desk staff, nice hotel and as always great breakfast"

Other attractions near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

A natural rock arch formation on a beach with calm waters reflecting the structure.

Natural Bridges State Park

9.0/10 (842 reviews)

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.

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A coastal landscape with two prominent rock formations and a sandy beach.

Natural Bridges State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Natural Bridges State 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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De Anza Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at De Anza 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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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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Younger Beach

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

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Swift Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Swift 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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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Swift Street Courtyard

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Swift Street Courtyard during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve?

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 24 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve. Another good option is Mission Inn, located just 1 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve.

What can I see and do near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve?

You'll want to browse the collections at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Lighthouse Point Park. Explore landmarks like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve hotels

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

2. Seaway Inn

3. Mission Inn

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

5. Salt Air Lodge

6. Seaside Inn & Suites

7. Drift Inn

8. Inn at Depot Hill

9. Surf City Inn and Suites

10. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

11. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

14. Capitola Hotel

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

17. National 9 Santa Cruz

18. Hotel Solares

19. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

20. Beach Street Inn and Suites

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Top Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Casablanca On The Beach

Marea Sol Hotel

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Seaside Inn & Suites

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Other attractions near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Beach

De Anza Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Younger Beach

Swift Beach

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Swift Street Courtyard

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