Hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

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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, (594 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is S$332
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is S$360
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Bella Notte

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (349 reviews)
"Clean and close to Capitola and Santa Cruz. Would stay here again. "
United States
Dan
The price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Hitching Post Studios Inn

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"national park and santa cruz boardwalk were close by and the staff were all so friendly, accomodating, and nice!"
United States
Jenna
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (177 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is S$217
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Seaway Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
4.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (974 reviews)
"Yes, plenty of spots."
United States
Louis
The price is S$299
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Monarch Cove Inn

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (492 reviews)
"Great location near park and very spacious cabin. "
United States
Gustavo Gamboa
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Fern River Resort

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"The stay was nice "
United States
Michelle
The price is S$277
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (911 reviews)
"Great warm welcoming, very professional, super helpful pointing out points of interest. Also, had a mid-afternoon delicious snack out for us (brownies yum)! Nice touch but most importantly, our room was very clean. We will most definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you so much Pacific Blue Inn for a wonderful stay!"
United States
Claire
The price is S$166
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Pacific Blue Inn

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (732 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Jane
The price is S$360
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Inn at Depot Hill

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,457 reviews)
"It was a very wonderful stay for my kids and I. "
United States
Joanna
The price is S$199
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Marea Sol Hotel

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
27.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (564 reviews)
"I had the harbor master room and loved the charm of the room. The views of Elkhorn Slough were glorious. Bring your binoculars!"
United States
Gwynne
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Saratoga Oaks Lodge
3.0 star property
31.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, great bed, great room and very kind front office staff. "
United States
Andrew
The price is S$224
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Ines
The price is S$174
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Mission Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
Michael
The price is S$170
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"The Dream Inn is always our go to spot. The hotel is close to everything fun, clean and the staff are great!"
United States
Cameron
The price is S$329
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
21.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (115 reviews)
"Worth it for the price "
United States
Andy
The price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
ROYAL INN

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,284 reviews)
"Great stay, place is very nice. Definitely recommend and price was perfect. "
United States
Isabel
The price is S$170
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"I recommend The Inn at Pasatiempo for the clean and spacious rooms, convenient location and wonderful staff."
United States
Michael
The price is S$190
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Inn At Pasatiempo

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
3.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 reviews)
"Friendly staff clean rooms great location"
United States
Jessica
The price is S$335
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Capitola 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.

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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and The Hook.

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 Main Beach.

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.

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.

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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 Expedia customer reviews, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is a highly ranked property in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another top choice in the area is Hitching Post Studios Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 214 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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