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Our top choices for University of California, Santa Cruz hotels

1. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
1.9 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Sandra
£126
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Inn At Pasatiempo

2. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
2.6 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Susana
£121
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.8 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Lawrence
£85
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge

4. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Sean
£76
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites

5. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
3.1 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Patricia
£86
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carousel Beach Inn

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
3 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Clarissa
£114
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel

7. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.9 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jay
£68
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Beachview Inn

8. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Cecelia
£95
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.9 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Bethany
£151
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
6.3 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
William
£161
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Monarch Cove Inn

11. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.6 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Emily
£116
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Mission Inn

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
5.4 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Aprille
£136
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
2.4 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Brenda
£143
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

14. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
2.7 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Nicole
£104
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Pacific Blue Inn

15. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.6 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Monika
£125
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

16. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
5.3 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Kate
£136
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

17. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
5.7 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jose
£93
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

18. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.8 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Gordon
£61
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

19. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
3 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Cristina
£143
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Seaway Inn

20. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.1 mi from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Veronica
£124
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Property amenity
Inn At Pasatiempo
8.8
Excellent
1,014 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
8.8
Excellent
1,494 reviews
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2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seaside Inn & Suites
8.2
Very good
1,106 reviews
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Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room
Carousel Beach Inn
9.4
Exceptional
35 reviews
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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

10/10 Excellent
"Clean large room and quiet safe area. Nice Breakfast 😄"
Daryl 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, roomy, comfy. Great location. Quiet. Wish they still served breakfast items..."
kimberly 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Solares
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Good clean hotel, very good location with very friendly stuff"
Igor 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"We had the family room, which is such a great, large, unexpected room to have in a hotel, near the beach. I highly recommend it for groups that don't mind sharing the sleeping space like a sleepover. Conveniently located, cool, quaint property."
Gregory 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good
"To. Room was clean, bed was comfortable. Bath towels weren’t great. Complimentary coffees were nice. Air conditioner worked great. Very quiet. Close to restaurants & shopping."
Debbie 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"We booked our stay through Expedia, expecting a room with a balcony and an ocean view. Unfortunately, our dining experience at the High Tide restaurant was disappointing. From the hostess who seated us to the uncomfortable low seating at our table, everything felt subpar. The food had no flavor at all, especially when compared to their sister property, Bernardus, in Carmel Valley—there’s simply no comparison. On a positive note, the pool and staff at the hotel were excellent and very accommodating. However, while the room was decent, it did not justify the additional price we were charged for our two-night stay."
Charlene 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean hotel - nice staff. Breakfast was great!"
Kristina 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Other attractions near University of California, Santa Cruz

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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Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

8.4/10 (103 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Pasatiempo Golf Course

7.4/10 (99 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at Pasatiempo Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Scandinavian Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Scandinavian Cultural Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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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 beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Santa Cruz?
University of California, Santa Cruz is located in an area that travellers like for its sporting events. You'll find 436 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Seaside Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz. Other good choices within 5 miles include Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to University of California, Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 436 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from University of California, Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before 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 get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near University of California, Santa Cruz.
What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, University Terrace Dog Park and Branciforte Dog Park.