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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History hotels

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (353 reviews)
"Great hotel with all the amenities you could possibly need. The food at their restaurants is great as well!"
United States
Lucia
The price is £398
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Beach/ocean view

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Brian
The price is £291
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (242 reviews)
"Very beautiful and great price for our room I would stay there again!"
United States
Eugene
The price is £202
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Seaway Inn
Business centre

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,335 reviews)
"Really great hotel."
United States
Gaelle
The price is £232
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,586 reviews)
"Beachfront and reasonable price will definitely stay again"
United States
Nicole
The price is £215
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (932 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Pacific Blue Inn
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in a clean and beautifully renovated hotel—I recommend it to everyone!"
United States
Jan
The price is £165
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Rio Vista Suites
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.9 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,447 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,227 reviews)
"The parking was good the location of the hotel the hotel room was clean. And the staff was very nice. I would stay there again."
United States
Glenna
The price is £249
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Casablanca On The Beach
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.5 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (99 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Drift Inn
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,065 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly"
United States
Maria
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Seaside Inn & Suites
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay thank you"
United States
Maria
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (976 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Exterior

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.2 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (609 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, pack a sweater or two"
United States
Jason
The price is £224
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Beachview Inn
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.2 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (405 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"It was wonderful, I would definitely stay again."
United States
Claudia
The price is £125
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Seasonal outdoor pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
7.8 out of 10, Good, (896 reviews)
"Great place to stay in the Cruz.Affordable clean and minutes from the Boardwalk"
United States
Carlos
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Free daily continental breakfast

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.5 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The location was perfect, very close to the beach and attractions."
United States
Lucia
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 mi from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,214 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joel
The price is £155
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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 Natural History

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
353 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
242 reviews
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Business centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,335 reviews
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Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,586 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing stay and really close to the pier and boardwalk will definitely comeback again"
William Paul 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Beachview Inn

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/5 (6,089 reviews)
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park 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 Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is located in a walkable area of Lower Seabright known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 233 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Other good choices within a short distance include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Expedia has 233 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?
Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.