Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History in Santa Cruz - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk

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

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/dd409df9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/13c072bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | TV, fireplace, iPod dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/548e11b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/ba41a711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pacific Blue Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Pacific-Blue-Inn.h3038261.Hotel-Information)

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

9.0/10

Wonderful

(909 reviews)

"Great warm welcoming, very professional, super helpful pointing out points of interest. Also, had a mid-afternoon delicious snack out for us (brownies yum)! Nice touch but most importantly, our room was very clean. We will most definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you so much Pacific Blue Inn for a wonderful stay!"

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Claire

£105

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Pacific-Blue-Inn.h3038261.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/b0c40f38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/0ab83b4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/ba06299d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/e5b1e9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Santa-Cruz.h17271952.Hotel-Information)

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

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,002 reviews)

"Favorite out of the bunch we stayed at "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Nancy

£124

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Santa-Cruz.h17271952.Hotel-Information)

![Surfing/boogie boarding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/2e682ed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Queen Combo | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/4a15fd7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/fa9c0166.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/97f48072.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Seaway Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaway-Inn.h1167912.Hotel-Information)

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

9.4/10

Exceptional

(172 reviews)

"Easy check in/out. Basic room but clean. Very close to the Boardwalk. Less than 10 minute walk. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kristin

£134

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaway-Inn.h1167912.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/a46c0e73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/4bdbfd8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 1 King Bed | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/93d5ae7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/485f7c46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Marea Sol Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Marea-Sol-Hotel.h88129451.Hotel-Information)

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

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,436 reviews)

"It was a very wonderful stay for my kids and I. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Joanna

£116

includes taxes & fees

26 Apr - 27 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Marea-Sol-Hotel.h88129451.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/ed4e7c2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/f3e0670f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/1757b5fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/741d5cb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hotel-Paradox.h11056.Hotel-Information)

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

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,229 reviews)

"Pool was great and plenty of lounge chairs available. "

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Bruce M

£112

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hotel-Paradox.h11056.Hotel-Information)

![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/d4fd4c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/da3f31b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/27a81f4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/fb30475d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### La Bahia Hotel and Spa

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Bahia-Hotel-And-Spa.h116228420.Hotel-Information)

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

9.6/10

Exceptional

(191 reviews)

"Beautiful hotel and in a great location. Staff was extremely courteous and helpful!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Stephen

£396

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Bahia-Hotel-And-Spa.h116228420.Hotel-Information)

![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/996bc4c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/4165f76c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/3596e03f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/w3840h2571x0y3-5d86c80a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Santa-Cruz.h8673.Hotel-Information)

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

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,250 reviews)

"Clean, spacious rooms and very friendly staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Sarojni

£139

includes taxes & fees

23 Apr - 24 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Santa-Cruz.h8673.Hotel-Information)

![2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/843b93df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/17d8d9ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/2b997161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/7e6adbe0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Seaside Inn & Suites

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaside-Inn-Suites.h92182364.Hotel-Information)

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

8.4/10

Very good

(985 reviews)

"Very nice room. Great place and quiet"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Amparo

£76

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaside-Inn-Suites.h92182364.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/0fb90d92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/cdc7c38d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/cb803766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/aa982996.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ocean Pacific Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Ocean-Pacific-Lodge.h1652437.Hotel-Information)

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

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,320 reviews)

"Will definitely return- great location, pet friendly, spacious room and helpful staff."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Lara

£79

includes taxes & fees

26 Apr - 27 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Ocean-Pacific-Lodge.h1652437.Hotel-Information)

![Beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/0f675563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/196fb2e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/3574c56b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/682dba10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Dream Inn Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Dream-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h23409.Hotel-Information)

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

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,004 reviews)

"The Dream Inn is always our go to spot. The hotel is close to everything fun, clean and the staff are great!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Cameron

£191

includes taxes & fees

21 Apr - 22 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Dream-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h23409.Hotel-Information)

![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9487600/9487548/7bf19732.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9487600/9487548/2e213027.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9487600/9487548/b901e321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![LED TV, iPod dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9487600/9487548/037bb7fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rio Vista Suites

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Rio-Vista-Suites.h9487548.Hotel-Information)

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

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,002 reviews)

"This room was definitely good for its reasonable price! Room was clean, check in smooth, and close to both the boardwalk and downtown. Could use some upgrades like a window ac unit and some more insulation, or thicker curtains to block outside noise. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Rebecca

£95

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Rio-Vista-Suites.h9487548.Hotel-Information)

![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801100/801035/79aca6b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801100/801035/3b581d9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801100/801035/4cd251b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free self-parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801100/801035/21f150a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Islander Motel Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-The-Islander-Motel.h801035.Hotel-Information)

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

8.2/10

Very good

(1,003 reviews)

"Great location and the room was clean. Would stay there again."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Conor

£57

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-The-Islander-Motel.h801035.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2460000/2458100/2458057/703e2771.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2460000/2458100/2458057/b006d08d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2460000/2458100/2458057/a45e197f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2460000/2458100/2458057/f1cf1664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Santa-Cruz.h2458057.Hotel-Information)

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

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,189 reviews)

"Everything was great, made my wifes mini vacation/birthday amazing! "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Rafael

£111

includes taxes & fees

26 Apr - 27 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Santa-Cruz.h2458057.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/54cec646.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/f8579ef6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/319e88d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/22f11d56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Riverside-Inn-Suites-Santa-Cruz.h1742350.Hotel-Information)

Lower Ocean, 0.5 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

8.2/10

Very good

(882 reviews)

"A nice place at a great price "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

David

£55

includes taxes & fees

7 Apr - 8 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Riverside-Inn-Suites-Santa-Cruz.h1742350.Hotel-Information)

![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17547/b728aea3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17547/9adf7d7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17547/d3c58978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17547/81d7efe3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h17547.Hotel-Information)

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

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,213 reviews)

"We were very happy with our stay!"

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Kathleen

£97

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

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![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5068000/5067924/bd38ccfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Ocean Front, Two Queen Beds, Shared Balcony | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5068000/5067924/e3d66740.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5068000/5067924/4f9bdccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Ocean View, Two Queen Beds with Sun Deck | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5068000/5067924/0bb583b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Casablanca On The Beach

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Casablanca-On-The-Beach.h5067924.Hotel-Information)

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

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,192 reviews)

"very nice room, nice staff "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Neil

£154

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Casablanca-On-The-Beach.h5067924.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/fc058ad8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/d9e28c59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/67d8f40e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/962233a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Santa-Cruz.h71965468.Hotel-Information)

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

8.4/10

Very good

(1,113 reviews)

"Wonderful property and stay."

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Amy Ochi

£110

includes taxes & fees

14 Apr - 15 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Santa-Cruz.h71965468.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/6b9d3bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/f065e81a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/2ca5dd69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/7c1cbecb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Drift Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Drift-Inn.h111455715.Hotel-Information)

Lower Ocean, 0.6 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

8.2/10

Very good

(82 reviews)

"Excellent place to stay!!"

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Romualdo

£66

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Drift-Inn.h111455715.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521090/975680e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mini) | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521090/62155bb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521090/73edc9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521090/58d61ac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h521090.Hotel-Information)

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

8.4/10

Very good

(624 reviews)

"Was wonderful will definitely stay again"

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Elizabeth

£119

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h521090.Hotel-Information)

![Two Double Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110782/0a2a841a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110782/5f36643e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110782/9a83783e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110782/d5de32c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Beachview Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Beachview-Inn.h1110782.Hotel-Information)

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

8.2/10

Very good

(1,000 reviews)

"Great location!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

shiana

£68

includes taxes & fees

22 Apr - 23 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Beachview-Inn.h1110782.Hotel-Information)

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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

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| ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/dd409df9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Pacific Blue Inn                                                       | 3.0 star property | 9.0Wonderful909 reviews   | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
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| ![Surfing/boogie boarding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/2e682ed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Seaway Inn                                               | 2.5 star property | 9.4Exceptional172 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
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## Top Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

![Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/fc058ad8_y.jpg)

### Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, has a new feel, nice staff, expensive $30/day parking"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Santa-Cruz.h71965468.Hotel-Information)

![Marea Sol Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/a46c0e73_y.jpg)

### Marea Sol Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Funky layout. Tight spaces. PAPER THIN windows and walls to the balcony. Might as well have slept ON actual Beach Street. We paid for two horrible nights of sleep and we’ve stayed at neighboring properties with zero of these issues. Will not return. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Marea-Sol-Hotel.h88129451.Hotel-Information)

![Ocean Pacific Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/0fb90d92_y.jpg)

### Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"Older hotel but clean and in a great location. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Ocean-Pacific-Lodge.h1652437.Hotel-Information)

![The Aqua Pacific Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87712500/87712491/e51b70d1_y.jpg)

### The Aqua Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice staff and front desk,great location."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-The-Aqua-Pacific-Inn.h87712491.Hotel-Information)

![Seaside Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/843b93df_y.jpg)

### Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaside-Inn-Suites.h92182364.Hotel-Information)

![Fireside Inn Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/890900/890831/w1224h886x33y25-a4feb59a_y.jpg)

### Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Fireside-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h890831.Hotel-Information)

![Surf City Inn and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5300/5293/d926e1b6_y.jpg)

### Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good

"Never got deposit back "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Surf-City-Inn-And-Suites.h5293.Hotel-Information)

![Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17547/b728aea3_y.jpg)

### Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

8/10 Good

"Good location, clean room, friendly staff and a solid breakfast buffet included. We had a good stay. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h17547.Hotel-Information)

![La Bahia Hotel and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/d4fd4c92_y.jpg)

### La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful!"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Bahia-Hotel-And-Spa.h116228420.Hotel-Information)

## Hotels near other Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History attractions

![CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327592/765dd2b7-8dc8-43e9-a63e-99581f2057c7.jpg)

### Pacific Avenue

4.2/5 (386 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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![Exterior of the chapel and bell tower at Mission Santa Cruz. Mission Santa Cruz was a Spanish mission founded by the Franciscan order in 1791 as the 12th california mission.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068431/5f1c343e-eb95-4a5c-b1b3-6cb912bf4e58.jpg)

### Mission Santa Cruz

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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![EN5XP1 Street scene in autumn with shops art galleries on Ocean Avenue Carmel Monterey County California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351808/ef056b2b-5188-40e2-985c-ead470ec0f72.jpg)

### Ocean Street

4.2/5 (453 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

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

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### Town Clock

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

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

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

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### Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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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