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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Andrea

£136

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

paola

£264

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.7 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Frank

£136

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

4. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Edwin

£67

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

5. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Roxanna

£102

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Grester

£118

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Donna

£103

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

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

8. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

KimLien

£94

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

9. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Sharon

£89

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Linda

£107

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

11. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Jiexin

£216

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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 reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 0.6 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Anthony

£74

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Brooke

£125

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a display, and shelves with bottles.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

14. Inn At Pasatiempo

1.7 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Paul

£88

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.

15. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Molly

£211

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Bertha

£81

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

17. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Madeline

£127

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Leslie

£118

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Steve

£111

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

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

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.4 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Grant

£70

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 524 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,354 reviews	View
Carousel Beach Inn	9.0 Wonderful 122 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 301 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"I liked how big the room was, I did not like you have to pay for parking."

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent

"Property was nice, clean, prefect for our one night stay exactly all we needed, the balcony was very cute touch to rooms. The secruity hold of 250$ was a bit much."

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was really good here I have nothing bad to state. It was a clean room oh and we loved the towels they were reallly big so that is a plus. Lol"

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Overall great place, except $25 to park at a hotel you're staying at is a little ridiculous. And the bed could have been more comfortable.."

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"Initially thought the hotel was too noisy, but then realized the windows were open. Ha! Packages of earplugs were placed on the nightstands which was a nice touch. Hotel is located on a well traveled intersection, so getting in & out of the parking lot was annoying. Overall, it’s another older Santa Cruz hotel in walking distance to the boardwalk and beach. It served our purpose for our quick weekend trip."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The room we had facing the beach was amazing. Fantastic views and great location. Staff were lovely and very helpful. Wish we could have stayed longer, and would definately stay there again."

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was friendly and welcoming. Loved the pool and the beds were really comfortable."

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, spacious. Bed was the best one of our trip thus far. Right across the street from the boardwalk. Breakfast was pretty good, wish they had more protein options however. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

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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A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 reviews)

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.

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Pacific Garden Mall

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pacific Garden Mall during your visit to Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Williams-Reynolds House

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Williams-Reynolds House. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

7.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History 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 142 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Adjacent to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Seaside Inn & Suites.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Expedia has 142 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.

What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Carousel Beach Inn

5. Seaway Inn

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

7. Marea Sol Hotel

8. Mission Inn

9. Pacific Blue Inn

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

11. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

14. Inn At Pasatiempo

15. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

17. Casablanca On The Beach

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel Solares

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Casablanca On The Beach

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Carousel Beach Inn

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Pacific Avenue

Mission Santa Cruz

Ocean Street

Pacific Garden Mall

Town Clock

Williams-Reynolds House

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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