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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, (437 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet Was with my kids and felt safe"
United States
Melanie
The price is ₹10,082
₹11,573 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 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, (614 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, pack a sweater or two"
United States
Jason
The price is ₹21,546
₹24,532 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

3. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is ₹10,130
₹17,542 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Bella Notte
Business centre

4. 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, (1,343 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and the location was amazing!"
United States
Bethany
The price is ₹16,937
₹19,403 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

5. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"We really enjoyed the pool, free breakfast, clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
Susana
The price is ₹14,498
₹16,667 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lobby

6. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable room, very helpful staff, great breakfast offered Bathroom very nice and clean"
United States
Aprille
The price is ₹16,127
₹18,462 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Restaurant

7. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,014 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family"
United States
Iram
The price is ₹14,995
₹21,564 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Exterior

8. 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, (1,249 reviews)
"Definitely nice and clean, and great breakfast options"
United States
Amy
The price is ₹15,929
₹18,272 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

9. 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, (1,312 reviews)
"love staying here"
United States
Cecelia
The price is ₹10,602
₹12,209 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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, (1,155 reviews)
"We love the location, friendly staff, and cleanliness of this hotel. We have stayed her more then one time and every time it's great."
United States
Holly
The price is ₹15,350
₹17,622 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean and breakfast was amazing."
United States
Kate
The price is ₹15,316
₹17,555 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

12. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Patricia
The price is ₹12,389
₹14,353 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Carousel Beach Inn
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, (1,316 reviews)
"Love this hotel! Beautiful accommodations, warm, friendly staff, awesome pool, very family friendly!"
United States
Brenda
The price is ₹18,028
₹20,627 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Queen Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, individually furnished

14. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jay
The price is ₹9,653
₹12,046 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Beachview Inn
Reception

15. 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, (666 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. The place was clean and well maintenance. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Latoya
The price is ₹14,150
₹16,276 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

16. Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Always a pleasant stay, the staff very friendly and accommodating!"
United States
Manuel
The price is ₹9,199
₹10,767 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
Terrace/patio

17. 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 ₹13,695
₹15,766 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Property amenity

18. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, nice restaurant, good location!!"
United States
Sandra
The price is ₹14,205
₹16,252 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Inn At Pasatiempo
Lobby

19. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"The room was clean and well maintained. The breakfast was delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
Sang
The price is ₹11,337
₹13,001 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Best Western Inn
Seasonal outdoor pool

20. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (944 reviews)
"It’s a quiet place and fine for spending the night; I liked that it’s close to the beach."
United States
Ismael
The price is ₹8,608
₹11,307 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Aqua Pacific 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 coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.
Photo by rabbit.Hole
Open Photo by rabbit.Hole

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 Pleasure Point Park.

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 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.

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.

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"The pool, hot tub and deck area were great for relaxing, walking distance to downtown shops and rest as well as the boardwalk. Trader Joe’s and CVS near by for all the at once needs"
albert g 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites

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 225 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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