Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Cruz Wharf in Santa Cruz - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk

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## Our top choices for Santa Cruz Wharf hotels

![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)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/3b867ce0.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, 0.1 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

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

£133

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

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

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/bb865a23.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, 0.1 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

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)

![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)

![Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/27942584.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, 0.2 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,434 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)

![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/996bc4c1.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)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/w3837h2573x3y0-7d4f9085.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)

### 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, 0.1 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

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)

![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)

![Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Ocean View Cathedral Executive - King) | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/0196ff28.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)

### Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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

Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

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)

![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)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/3c5399cc.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)

### Pacific Blue Inn

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

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.4 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

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!"

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

Claire

£105

includes taxes & fees

14 Apr - 15 Apr

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

![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)

![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)

### Ocean Pacific Lodge

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

Downtown, 0.3 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,319 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)

![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)

![Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/9277332b.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, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

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

26 Apr - 27 Apr

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

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675400/9675322/a7fdb853.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Jetted Bathtub | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675400/9675322/81bdc856.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675400/9675322/26b48d4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675400/9675322/070b27de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mission Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Mission-Inn.h9675322.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,004 reviews)

"We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!"

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

Roxana

£109

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Mission-Inn.h9675322.Hotel-Information)

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

![Partial Ocean View, King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5068000/5067924/7277184b.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 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)

### Casablanca On The Beach

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

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

£153

includes taxes & fees

16 Apr - 17 Apr

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9487600/9487548/9471a79c.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)

### Rio Vista Suites

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

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

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)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47083800/47083738/5bfd8d1a.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/48000000/47090000/47083800/47083738/52e26a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47083800/47083738/58d622c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47083800/47083738/149da5f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Santa-Cruz-West.h47083738.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10

Wonderful

(648 reviews)

"Great location, great staff and a really clean room. 10 out of 10 recommend. "

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

Lane

£107

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Santa-Cruz-West.h47083738.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)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/d1ee7d8a.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)

### Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 1 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,229 reviews)

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

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

Bruce M

£119

includes taxes & fees

14 Apr - 15 Apr

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

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110782/d5de32c4.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)

### Beachview Inn

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

8.2/10

Very good

(1,000 reviews)

"Great location!"

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

shiana

£67

includes taxes & fees

22 Apr - 23 Apr

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

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/2b997161.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)

![Vending machine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/c9f8b230.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, 0.9 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

8.4/10

Very good

(985 reviews)

"Yes"

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

Ruben

£76

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

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

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/86f31e75.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, 0.4 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

8.4/10

Very good

(1,115 reviews)

"Wonderful property and stay."

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

Amy Ochi

£110

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

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

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11620000/11615700/11615680/9e1b8015.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11620000/11615700/11615680/e1dda3a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11620000/11615700/11615680/b48de9f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11620000/11615700/11615680/217a1b0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Santa-Cruz.h11615680.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,001 reviews)

"Room was clean and staff where excellent! "

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

Michael

£105

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Santa-Cruz.h11615680.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)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/bf12b7b1.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)

### 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 Wharf

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

26 Apr - 27 Apr

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

![Single Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/b0f86c4e.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, 0.5 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

8.4/10

Very good

(81 reviews)

"Excellent place to stay!!"

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

Romualdo

£66

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

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

![Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4110800/4110757/1817e6c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4110800/4110757/2a357188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4110800/4110757/e2374884.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4110800/4110757/f9ecbbda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aqua Breeze Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Aqua-Breeze-Inn.h4110757.Hotel-Information)

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.3 mi from Santa Cruz Wharf

8.2/10

Very good

(1,000 reviews)

"Great location, friendly staff, very good room"

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

Michael

£71

includes taxes & fees

21 Apr - 22 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Aqua-Breeze-Inn.h4110757.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 Wharf

| Property                                                                                                                                                                                                                   | Property class    | Guest rating              | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included |  |
| -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------- | ------------------------- | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- |  |
| ![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               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/d4fd4c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)La Bahia Hotel and Spa | 4.5 star property | 9.6Exceptional191 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/a46c0e73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Marea Sol Hotel                                                                 | 2.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful1,434 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/996bc4c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz                                         | 3.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful1,250 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/0f675563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Dream Inn Santa Cruz                                                                  | 4.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful1,004 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |

## Top Santa Cruz Wharf Hotel Reviews

![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)

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

### Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and friendly staff. Walkable access to the beach."

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

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

### Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room with balcony was spacious and clean. Take note, pool is not heated. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Not a lot of amenities offered but you’re across from the beach so that makes up for it."

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

![Hyatt Place Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/b0c40f38_y.jpg)

### Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"The pool was great, the staff was nice, the room was clean and spacious. "

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

![Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/ed4e7c2d_y.jpg)

### Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet."

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

![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/996bc4c1_y.jpg)

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

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel to stay if you want to be close to the Boardwalk. Second time staying here and our girls loved it! Breakfast included is always good to have when you travel with kids. "

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

## Hotels near other Santa Cruz Wharf attractions

![T4D055 Sunset, Cowell Beach, Santa Cruz, California, United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621557937450/fe21f93d-bfaa-46a2-a425-8cd03914b5a9.jpg)

### Cowell's Beach

Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. 

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![Famous surfing beach town! California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/86ce10b1-7f0c-424b-bfee-26cbbec81a2b.jpg)

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### Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.3/5 (3,850 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during your visit to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. 

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### Main Beach

4.4/5 (801 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. 

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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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### Cocoanut Grove

Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots. 

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### Sky Glider

Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots. 

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### Santa Cruz Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. 

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### Neary Lagoon Park

Explore the great outdoors at Neary Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. 

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## Frequently asked questions

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