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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Santa Cruz?
You may be able to find reasonable prices at these Santa Cruz accommodations, which have good reviews from our guests: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz - Located within a 20-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this motel. Dream Inn Santa Cruz - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Property features at this motel include an indoor pool, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection - Located within a 5-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace at this hotel. Chaminade Resort & Spa - Located within a 20-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Cruz?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What is there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
In general, Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, sports and surfing. Top attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Get out into nature with places such as Main Beach, Santa Cruz Main Beach and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. Cultural attractions include Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Lighthouse Point Park.
What's the best way to get to and around Santa Cruz while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Santa Cruz on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city centre. An alternative is San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away.