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Our top choices for Santa Cruz motels

Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,446 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Single Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (97 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Drift Inn
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Beachview Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay and beds divine!"
United States
Catherine
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Mission Inn
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (972 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice size room easy parking great location"
United States
Brady
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (401 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and room location was great, everything near by."
United States
Javier
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay thank you"
United States
Maria
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Reception

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (607 reviews)
"Staff was so nice and this was a perfect hotel close to the Boardwalk. We'll be back!"
United States
Eli
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Capri Motel
Reception

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (232 reviews)
"Room and property grounds were clean. Great stay. Will stay again next time"
United States
Sonny
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
National 9 Santa Cruz
Ecotours

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was a minimal hotel good for an overnight stay. The management, staff and parking was all great! I'd recommend it for the budget and limited amenities. "
United States
Geneva
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Motel Santa Cruz
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,097 reviews)
"Hotel was nice for a family staying over night had a room for kids and us parents with the suite. The kids loved the pool."
United States
Mario
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Surf City Inn and Suites
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Always stay here Has a pool Walk to the Boardwalk Upstairs patio Not far from shop food gas And always clean!"
United States
Maria
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great price and location...Two blocks from the Boardwalk. Room included microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Torch Lite Inn
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Had a great stay, loved the fact that there was 3 beds since I have older kids who do not like to share a bed. Location was great, will definitely book again."
United States
maria
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Aqua Breeze Inn
Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice ocean view, breakfast was ok, huge hot tub was very nice"
United States
Steve
The price is £184
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (642 reviews)
"funny guy phani"
United States
daisy
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
Fountain

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"We love this family friendly property. Close enough to walk to the beach!"
United States
Shelly
The price is £209
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Beach/ocean view

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Brian
The price is £294
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente servicio en en todas las aress"
Julia 2-night trip
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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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Santa Cruz Motels information

Number of reviews
17,532
Accommodation
26 Motels
Lowest Price
£68
Highest Price
£294

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Cruz?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Santa Cruz. Top sights include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Cruz?
Ocean Pacific Lodge: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Surf City Inn and Suites: A full-service spa, free WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Beachview Inn: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Mission Inn: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free breakfast and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as a microwave.
How many motels are there in Santa Cruz?
You can select from 23 inexpensive motels in Santa Cruz.
What can I do in Santa Cruz?
In this walkable area, you can enjoy the entertainment choices and scenic seaside while you're sightseeing. Must-see local attractions include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Santa Cruz Main Beach, University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and Seabright Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Williams-Reynolds House.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Cruz?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What are my options for getting around Santa Cruz while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Cruz to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, look for flights into San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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