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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

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1. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (451 reviews)
"Stayed for 5 days, everything was perfect!"
United States
Michelle Renee
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

2. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is S$257
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Bella Notte
Exterior

3. 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, (616 reviews)
"Very comfy beds Hot water Full kitchen Very clean Nice TV channels Very close to beach access Cute lil' breakfast"
United States
Donald
The price is S$269
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Business centre

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,364 reviews)
"Good clean hotel, very good location with very friendly stuff"
United States
Igor
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

5. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"The hotel was conveniently located so we could walk to attractions and restaurants. We would definitely stay again."
United States
Dori
The price is S$218
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Exterior

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,248 reviews)
"Very clean hotel - nice staff. Breakfast was great!"
United States
Kristina
The price is S$191
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

7. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (126 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, staff friendly."
United States
Monique Marie
The price is S$139
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Salt Air Lodge
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

8. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,131 reviews)
"Had a great experience, room was clean and had all the basic amenities. Staff was super nice."
United States
Sean
The price is S$111
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites
Exterior

9. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family"
United States
Iram
The price is S$244
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chaminade Resort & Spa
View from room

10. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, super nice staff."
United States
daphanie
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Carousel Beach Inn
Lobby

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable room, very helpful staff, great breakfast offered Bathroom very nice and clean"
United States
Aprille
The price is S$222
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,330 reviews)
"love staying here"
United States
Cecelia
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Seasonal outdoor pool

13. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (964 reviews)
"Conveniently located a short walk from boardwalk and beach."
United States
virgil
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Exterior

14. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,629 reviews)
"Very convenient hotel location for the boardwalk."
United States
Clarissa
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel
Property amenity

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,160 reviews)
"Location was perfect for what we had to do."
United States
Robert
The price is S$211
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Exterior

16. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"The rooms were great, bed was very comfortable and breakfast was good."
United States
Nireitha
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

17. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,332 reviews)
"Love this hotel! Beautiful accommodations, warm, friendly staff, awesome pool, very family friendly!"
United States
Brenda
The price is S$232
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, individually furnished

18. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location and price."
Canada
Elizabeth
The price is S$111
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Beachview Inn
Lobby

19. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,016 reviews)
"Parking was good"
United States
Brend
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Front of property

20. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,520 reviews)
"Had a great stay with my family and loved that it was near the boardwalk. I was nervous about the hotel at first but it felt safe."
United States
Beatriz
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.
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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.

A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

Pleasure Point

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

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

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 Santa Cruz Main Beach.

A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Pacific Garden Mall while you're exploring the area.

A beach with people playing and walking.
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

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

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We will always come here. We get the ocean view room with balcony and we just love it. To be able to sit out there at night and listen to water and people watch on the boardwalk. Just a neat little place. The only think I don't like is the parking. It's small but hey better than having to find parking somewhere!"
Kanela 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel

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 our traveller data, Bella Notte is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This aparthotel is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 226 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 Harbor 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, Lincoln Beach and Sunny Cove 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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