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If you’re having trouble locating a motel in Santa Cruz, let Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from over 2970 lodging options in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.

At most motels, you’ll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll usually access your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels boomed at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Here is one of the motels you’ll find in the larger area. Motel La Grandeur is located 15.1 km from the heart of Santa Cruz. Enjoy access to the children’s pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Bambolim Beach, Mandovi River and Miramar Beach. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Splashdown Waterpark, Public Observatory and Goa Science Centre. While you’re exploring the area, consider visiting Goa University, Deltin Royale Casino and Dona Paula Beach.

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Santa Cruz are July, June, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 806 mm of rainfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Santa Cruz to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Dabolim Airport (GOI), which is located 6 mi (9.6 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Goa (GOX-New Goa Intl.), which is 18 mi (29 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.