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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1274)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (467)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Fern River Resort
Lobby
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
10.8 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Clean & quiet. Close to stores. "
United States
Steven
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
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Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
9.6 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"everything was great, can’t wait to comeback "
United States
Xochitl
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge
3.0 star property
19.4 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (173)
"Very relaxing stay. My whole family loved it!"
United States
Luz
The price is S$290
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Masood's Lodge
Bar (on property)
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Balcony view
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.9 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (552)
"Great view, clean and nice room."
United States
JiaSheng
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.8 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (990)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Fernando
The price is S$187
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Lobby
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
29.3 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (935)
"The guy working the front desk was awesome!"
United States
Joshua
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Lobby
Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
24.6 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Staff was so nice, cookies in the lobby were excellent! Many good options at breakfast. "
United States
Tina
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
5.7 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is S$205
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (878)
"Great front desk staff, nice view, super clean room"
United States
Caren
The price is S$476
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Seascape Beach Resort
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
10.7 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1023)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
United States
Ariana
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fountain
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
11.1 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great location. Helpful staff via phone."
United States
Calvin
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Lobby
Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Very clean and peaceful, restaurants food is very good"
United States
Vic
The price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Inn At Pasatiempo
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Clean room, nice breakfast, courteous staff, great location."
United States
Therese
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
5 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"The staff was excellent. From check in to the happy hour crew, to the well-appointed fitness center and spa that pampered me, to our beautiful room!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is S$277
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Chaminade Resort & Spa
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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7.5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1239)
"Friendly staff and clean room. Will definitely stay here again!"
Canada
michelle
The price is S$133
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Free buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The parking lot was limited, however the staff was very friendly and obliging. "
United States
Laura
The price is S$224
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (178)
"Great staff and clean room great value for the price."
United States
Scott
The price is S$104
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan
National 9 Santa Cruz
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue.

Eastside Santa Cruz

Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

Pleasure Point

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

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 Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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 Downtown Hotel Reviews

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"The room was spotless. The staff were attwntive to all pur needs. Everyone was very friendly. The food was good."
Debbie 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travellers to the Downtown neighbourhood in Santa Cruz will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House as part of your Downtown travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown?
Expedia customers rank Ocean Pacific Lodge the highest for a stay in Downtown.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Downtown.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown are Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House. When you're sightseeing in Santa Cruz, Pacific Garden Mall and Neary Lagoon Park are also worth a stop.