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Top 10 Hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Interior

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (258)
"Great location and clean rooms."
The price is S$133
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beach towels

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (539)
"Excellent stay cannot wait to go back"
The price is S$263
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Harbor Inn
Beach nearby

Harbor Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (345)
"Great for the price."
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Harbor Inn
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Property amenity

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great and clean hotel, I recommend it to everyone!!!"
The price is S$179
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Lobby

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Great customer service"
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Exterior

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1163)
"Nice rooms and good bar/restaurant "
The price is S$186
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Inn At Pasatiempo
Lobby

Inn At Pasatiempo

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Conveniently located, nice and clean, friendly staff. Will definitely stay there again!"
The price is S$219
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Inn At Pasatiempo
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1020)
"Location was excellent"
The price is S$196
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (867)
"It was nice experience to stay in the hotel ."
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Free buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice clean rooms and quiet "
The price is S$234
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (684)
"Really nice property, clean rooms and warm pool! "
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Mission Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Nice place"
The price is S$162
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Mission Inn
Continental Inn
Property grounds

Continental Inn

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"It was an excellent budget option and the hot tub was nice to have."
The price is S$127
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Continental Inn
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Exterior

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Overall a really nice place to stay!"
The price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Exterior

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Safe place to stay "
The price is S$208
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Very nice all around and also a very reasonable value. Would definitely stay here in the future."
Rio Sands Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1196)
"Was a great stay"
The price is S$220
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Marea Sol Hotel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1104)
"Clean property, friendly staff, great location."
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Marea Sol Hotel
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Amazing staff and great location! We would stay again! "
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Beachview Inn
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Clean and very friendly staff"
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Beachview Inn
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

Pleasure Point

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

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.

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very friendly and helpful."
kathryn 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Harbor Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?

Expedia has 211 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.