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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

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1. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (467 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is ₹7,788
₹9,005 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

2. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (625 reviews)
"Very comfy beds Hot water Full kitchen Very clean Nice TV channels Very close to beach access Cute lil' breakfast"
United States
Donald
The price is ₹14,145
₹16,245 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

3. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is ₹10,666
₹18,178 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

4. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"The staff was super helpful and the inn was clean. Location was perfect! The beds were comfortable! Overall great stay!"
United States
Carmen
The price is ₹7,773
₹9,175 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn
Business centre

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,341 reviews)
"Great location by beautiful beach and boardwalk"
United States
Jill Susanne
The price is ₹13,773
₹15,855 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

6. 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, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,269 reviews)
"Great stay,"
United States
Steve
The price is ₹12,080
₹13,956 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Terrace/patio

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is ₹12,943
₹14,924 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lobby

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"I like this hotel I like the location and the breakfast, great place."
United States
Anna Christine
The price is ₹12,958
₹14,915 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Exterior

9. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel!"
United States
Erica
The price is ₹15,264
₹21,889 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Property amenity

10. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,168 reviews)
"Great hotel close to boardwalk"
United States
jessika
The price is ₹13,837
₹15,927 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lobby

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Nathan
The price is ₹12,795
₹14,733 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,327 reviews)
"nice hotel and staff, excellent location,"
United States
Bertha
The price is ₹8,936
₹10,342 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,346 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is ₹14,573
₹16,753 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Restaurant

14. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,046 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is ₹25,800
₹29,349 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

15. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (507 reviews)
"It was one of the most beautiful hotels I have stayed in."
United States
Stephanie
The price is ₹25,096
₹33,525 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Reception

16. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (676 reviews)
"Clean rooms breakfast was very good."
United States
Arturo
The price is ₹11,007
₹12,752 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Property grounds

17. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Overall a great place to stay while in santa cruz. Property is well maintained and you can beat the price for the location! Would absolutely stay again!"
United States
Kurtis
The price is ₹8,964
₹10,377 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Edgewater Beach Inn
Terrace/patio

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
United States
Natalya
The price is ₹12,011
₹13,879 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Property amenity

19. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great spot and an excellent value"
United States
Paul
The price is ₹9,698
₹11,197 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Inn At Pasatiempo
Exterior

20. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,616 reviews)
"Great Location"
United States
Lisa
The price is ₹10,513
₹12,197 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with a natural rock arch formation.
Photo by Arial Bauman
Open Photo by Arial Bauman

Westside Santa Cruz

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Main Beach.

A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

A beach with people playing and walking.
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, staff and cleaning service great. The parking is great close enough to walk to boardwalk, pier, and downtown Santa Cruz."
Sylvia 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like?
Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveller data, Bella Notte is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This aparthotel is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 221 hotels and other accommodation options in Eastside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Eastside Santa Cruz.
What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach and Sunny Cove Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Harbor Beach and Lincoln Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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