Can I travel to Santa Cruz right now?

You'll discover info explaining Santa Cruz travel restrictions, quarantine policies and more by going to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor .

What are the top hotels in Santa Cruz?

When it comes to hotels in Aptos, Best Western Seacliff Inn and Rio Sands Hotel are two fantastic options. If you're considering heading to Capitola, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites and Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea are waiting to welcome you.

When is the best time of year to visit Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz is busy in July, June, August. If you're not fond of big crowds and like a quieter pace, lock in your trip for October, November, December . Keeping a close eye on your holiday budget? Nab one of the terrific deals on offer in January . August tends to be when prices surge and hotel rates are at their most expensive.

How far in advance should I book my Santa Cruz holiday?

Your best bet is to book early. Air carriers typically release flight tickets up to a year ahead of departure, and this is an excellent opportunity to land some of the lowest prices. Boss just told you to take some holiday time in a few weeks? Don't fret. Expedia are never short on fantastic bargains to whisk you away on the getaway of your dreams, at an affordable price.

What should I know before booking a Santa Cruz travel package?

You can save a tidy sum by bundling your hotels, flights and rental cars. Once you've created your package, you can add on things like tours and activities. Your next awesome adventure is only a couple of clicks away.

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Santa Cruz holiday packages?

Expedia has teamed up with online lender Affirm to help reduce any financial concerns related to your trip. This may be useful if your need to travel has cropped up unexpectedly. Book Now, Pay Later and split the cost of your hotel and flight holiday package over multiple payments.

Holidays to Santa Cruz

Accommodation, flights, car rentals, things to do and more - for your holiday in Santa Cruz choose Expedia! Find everything you need to organise your trip to Santa Cruz in one place. Enter your dates in the search bar above or scroll to our top deals below!

Top Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel

1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ocean Street and within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Pacific ...

4.2/5Very Good! (975 reviews)

"Was great"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2021

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Ocean Street and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

4.4/5Excellent! (952 reviews)

"Room was Exactly what you see in the pictures. The hotel is very nice and clean."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2021

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this beachfront resort is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. ...

4.6/5Wonderful! (962 reviews)

"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2021

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Top things to do in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Scavenger Hunt: Licensed to Thrill

£14

Per adult

Monterey & Carmel Tour with optional Monterey Bay Aquarium

£70

Per adult

86% of travellers recommend

California Big Sur (PCH, Route 1) Self-Driving Tour

£6

Per adult

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Santa Cruz Beach Holiday

It's time to slow things right down and sit and listen to the sounds of the ocean on a Santa Cruz holiday. Picturesque coastal vistas are there for the taking on a trip to Santa Cruz — Natural Bridges State Park (2 miles away) is the perfect example. It's a great idea to book a hotel close by. If you want more options, many sightseers also book Santa Cruz holiday deals in the vicinity of Rio Del Mar Beach and Seacliff State Beach.

Things You Should Know About Santa Cruz

Nothing says holiday more than staying right near the shoreline. If you happen to agree, see what's available among our Santa Cruz beach hotels.
Private holiday homes, like 3440 Saint Deyns St House by RedAwning and 770 Via Gaviota Home 3 Bedrooms 3.5 Bathrooms Home, are also popular property types here. Compare prices and amenities and take your pick!
Alternatively, let one of our All-Inclusive hotels in Santa Cruz deal with all the little details. That means more time for you to focus on the important task of relaxing.
Want to know what Santa Cruz has to offer? It's hard to go past insider knowledge. After you arrive, strike up a conversation with one or two of the 64,200 people who call this place home. Check out our useful Santa Cruz things to do page, too.
Save big on experiences by booking our Santa Cruz holiday deals. With major attractions such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to discover, this destination will keep you on the go.

Plan your Santa Cruz holiday with Expedia

Book your 2021 holiday package deals now! Buy your accommodation, flight or car together and get extra savings on your next trip!
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Most hotels come with free cancellation* , because we believe that flexibility matters now more than ever!

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*Some hotels require you to cancel at least 24-48 hours before check-in.

Frequently asked questions

If you’ve chosen a Santa Cruz holiday package, you can amend or cancel it, but you may incur a charge in some circumstances. It may be possible to cancel and rebook for free if you’ve locked in your package within 24 hours. If it’s been longer than that, you may incur a fee from your airline, hotel or car rental company. If you suddenly need to change your plans, make our Customer Service Portal your first port of call for more info.

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Santa Cruz Scavenger Hunt: Licensed to Thrill

Monterey & Carmel Tour with optional Monterey Bay Aquarium

California Big Sur (PCH, Route 1) Self-Driving Tour

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Things You Should Know About Santa Cruz

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