Title: Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ![Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5353900/5353868/c9a8556d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5353900/5353868/01cbfd35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5353900/5353868/0947f7e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5353900/5353868/155101b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5353900/5353868/4a82173f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The relaxed atmosphere of Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA complements this laid-back coastal town. Guests can start their day with coffee in the lobby, stay connected with WiFi, and enjoy express check-out. The helpful multilingual staff ensures visitors have everything they need. 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk - Parking included - Free WiFi £61 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 27 - Nov 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=5353868&PinnedHotelID=5353868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=5353868&PinnedHotelID=5353868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 28 - Nov 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=5353868&PinnedHotelID=5353868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=5353868&PinnedHotelID=5353868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=5353868&PinnedHotelID=5353868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=5353868&PinnedHotelID=5353868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=5353868&PinnedHotelID=5353868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=5353868&PinnedHotelID=5353868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5353900/5353868/690da087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave ### Highlights TV Down duvet Ceiling fan Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Cable channels Desk - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5353900/5353868/863e3b0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking ### Highlights TV Down duvet Ceiling fan Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Cable channels Desk - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Cruz-Hotels-Ocean-Lodge.h5353868.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Cruz-Hotels-Ocean-Lodge.h5353868.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.98170%2C-122.02222&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=csDDvm7b4IuKUCD8Lu5SmYt0HTU=) 1015 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 #### What's nearby - Ocean Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Mission Santa Cruz - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles #### Getting around - San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk - ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬8 min walk - ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬14 min walk ## About this property ### Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Located close to Santa Cruz Wharf and University of California, Santa Cruz, Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this motel include: - Free self-parking - Express check-out, a vending machine and smoke-free property - Coffee/tea in reception, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA offer amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 1,173 reviews £74 includes taxes & fees 10 Dec - 11 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=17547&PinnedHotelID=17547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free uncovered self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar near toilet - Hardwood flooring in room - No lift - Raised toilet seat - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 2 buildings - 2 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 40-inch TV with cable channels ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Ceiling fan - Desk - Free local calls - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning deposit: USD 200.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Santa Cruz Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Motel Santa Cruz ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ? > As of 27 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA on 1 Dec 2025 start from £60.60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Ocean-Lodge.h5353868.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 35.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA ? > Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 35.00 (subject to availability). ### Where is Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA located? > Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf and Monterey Bay. University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 125 8 - Good 110 6 - Okay 108 4 - Poor 93 2 - Terrible 152 ### 6.2/10 Cleanliness ### 6.4/10 Staff & service ### 5.4/10 Amenities ### 5.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 5.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marbella 8 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I would stay here again very clean n great for the price ##### Marbella Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Teresa 6 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and quiet ##### Teresa Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gareth 16 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room ##### Gareth Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Leopold 11 Nov 2025 Room clean ##### Leopold Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Aiden 15 Nov 2025 Liked: Amenities Disliked: Cleanliness The room was dirty and I'm very sure the bed sheets/blankets washed. ##### Aiden Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricardo 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very good place to stay Sam is The best helped me check in under10 mins I had a key and was in my room in no time. Definently will stay again ##### Ricardo Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marc 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Room was clean and updated. Service was great. I only stayed one night to attend a local music event. Not a place I'd bring a lady but fir a guy, no sweat. The surrounding area us a bit sketchy after dark. My stay was fine. ##### Marc Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Daniel 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect for my 2 night stay ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### jose 19 Sept 2025 Liked: Staff & service It’s ok all around ##### jose Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was nice but the bathroom wasn’t the cleanest ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hector 2 Sept 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Place was good because the Area was ok and somewhat of a walking distance to the boardwalk. Entrance door or door frame had massive gap on top and bottom. ##### Hector Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jose 26 Sept 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Dirty floor, sheets, chair, towels, faulty AC ##### Jose Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jeff 24 Aug 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Place was a S\*\*hole! ##### Jeff Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bernard 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Cleanliness Nices ##### Bernard Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Reyna 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Clean ##### Reyna Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cherla 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It’s far from broad walk ##### Cherla Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Suzanne 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Basic motel. Door was difficult to open due to damage to frame. No bulbs in bedside lamp. Smoke alarm smashed Reported but nothing done in a week. Lots of homeless in the area ##### Suzanne Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kiki 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Not bad. It was clean but noise with homeless people yelling on the streets the in the wee hours of the morning woke us up. Host was very courteous. The room we were in could use a fresh coat of paint but everything else was clean. ##### Kiki Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Friendly ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Yes ##### Joshua Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Leonida 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Rush our date so the hotel expensive. Otherwise great to stay walkable to the beach n restaurant. Management is polite ##### Leonida Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Richard 12 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities quiet ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Mary 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room didn't look like it had been swept or wiped . Pillows and blankets were paper thin. A/c fan didn't work. Zero parking. Only positive thing about room is pet friendly. ##### Mary Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jacob 23 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property was covered in trash there is no parking and only one way in one way out people were living there long term and getting evicted screaming and causing a huge scene a lot of strung out people drug activity not didn't feel safe even having my 13 year old son out of the room every was ether broken in the room stained or ripped the gentleman and the front desk was very nice and respectful ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/12104998-41a2-40e5-811b-1a75dde8f007-1755936506421.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/575c2c98-f540-4085-967c-c3aaf2d21c26-1755936507052.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1806b7f7-dc76-4180-ab0c-85499f2b0785-1755936506558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2cff98b2-2c8c-4535-b3a2-2cd9315f07bf-1755936507039.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jacob Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Patrik 19 Jun 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location was great. The price was kinda high considering the rooms and amenities. The pictures definitely over sold the room. It seems as if they’re renovating slowly and in a shoty fashion. We found better rooms for cheaper after our first night. ##### Patrik Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Kimpton Everly Hotel Hollywood by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Kimpton-Everly-Hotel-Hollywood.h17524828.Hotel-Information) > > [Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Manchester-Grand-Hyatt-San-Diego.h12073.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Ocean-View-Hotel.h19135.Hotel-Information) > > [The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Godfrey-Hotel-Hollywood.h32945867.Hotel-Information) > > [Biltmore Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Millennium-Biltmore-Los-Angeles.h25715.Hotel-Information) > > [Silver Lake Pool & Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Silver-Lake-Pool-Inn.h34504058.Hotel-Information) > > [Level Los Angeles Downtown - South Olive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Level-Los-Angeles-Downtown-South-Olive.h10649672.Hotel-Information) > > [citizenM Los Angeles Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-CitizenM-Los-Angeles-Downtown.h65299564.Hotel-Information) > > [Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coronado-Hotels-Coronado-Island-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h25270.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Figueroa, an Unbound Collection by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Hotel-Figueroa.h8805682.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hollywood Roosevelt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Hollywood-Roosevelt.h34142.Hotel-Information) > > [W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-W-Los-Angeles-West-Beverly-Hills.h25974.Hotel-Information) > > [Mondrian Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Mondrian-Los-Angeles.h4798.Hotel-Information) > > [W Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-W-Hollywood.h3084874.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahia Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Bahia-Resort-Hotel.h18241.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton La Peer Hotel West Hollywood by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Kimpton-La-Peer-Hotel.h18156733.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wayfarer San Diego](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-The-Wayfarer-San-Diego.h15555.Hotel-Information) > > [The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-London-West-Hollywood-At-Beverly-Hills.h21097.Hotel-Information) > > [Cornell Hotel de France](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Cornell-Hotel-De-France.h1222727.Hotel-Information) > > [Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-Clarion-Hotel-Anaheim-Resort.h3893.Hotel-Information) > > [Disneyland Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneyland-Hotel.h15276.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Adler-A-Hollywood-Hills-Hotel.h9761.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sun Rose West Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Sun-Rose-West-Hollywood.h57961536.Hotel-Information) > > [The Barnes San Francisco, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Villa-Florence-San-Francisco-On-Union-Square.h5425.Hotel-Information) > > [HOLLYWOOD VOLUME, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-HOLLYWOOD-VOLUME.h62585670.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton San Francisco Union Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Union-Square.h25622.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-San-Diego-DowntownBayside.h13155016.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Fishermans-Wharf-San-Francisco.h22500.Hotel-Information)