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Top 10 Hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beach towels

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (545)
"Enjoyed a night here with the sound of waves, clean room , easy walk to beach and dog friendly"
The price is S$237
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Interior

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (279)
"Little sketchy on the outside but the rooms were nice "
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Harbor Inn
Beach nearby

Harbor Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (348)
"Great for the price."
The price is S$275
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Harbor Inn
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Balcony view

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531)
"Amazing views and wildlife! Great spot. "
The price is S$179
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Fern River Resort
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Fern River Resort

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (445)
"Beautiful property! We will definitely be coming back! "
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Fern River Resort
Inn at Depot Hill
Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Inn at Depot Hill

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (708)
"Great place"
Inn at Depot Hill
Saratoga Oaks Lodge
Garden

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (924)
"Felt very safe and loved the staff"
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Saratoga Oaks Lodge
Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (878)
"Was very quiet nice place to stay "
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn
Monarch Cove Inn
Front of property

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (916)
"Great place to stay. "
The price is S$279
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Monarch Cove Inn
Hotel Los Gatos
Outdoor pool

Hotel Los Gatos

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1015)
"It really was so beautiful the fireplace and balcony can't beat it. Loved our stay"
The price is S$311
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Los Gatos
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, (1219)
"Great stay."
The price is S$192
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Really enjoyed my stay. "
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Lobby

Inn At Moss Landing Point

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (890)
"The hotel was very nice, clean, staff was extremely friendly. Would stay here again! "
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"We love staying here, this is my second time and my children love the access to the beach. "
The price is S$360
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1053)
"The pool and bar was excellent "
The price is S$177
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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, (1008)
"Super clean rooms and the restaurant was great for breakfast and dinning. "
The price is S$168
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Rio Vista Suites
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"For us it was perfect!"
Rio Vista Suites
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
Terrace/patio

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great place we stay here every Labor Day"
The price is S$268
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
Seaside Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio

Seaside Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (868)
"Cozy property in a great location "
Seaside Inn & Suites
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1012)
"Nice place to stay "
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
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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 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 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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Basic considering the high price of the room. "
Gerard 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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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 our traveller data, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices for your stay 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 202 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.