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Our top choices for University of California, Santa Cruz hotels

1. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Tabatha
S$188
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Inn At Pasatiempo

2. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
James
S$115
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
National 9 Santa Cruz

3. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jerry
S$172
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Mission Inn

4. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
10.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
William
S$276
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Monarch Cove Inn

5. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Monique Marie
S$139
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Salt Air Lodge

6. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
13.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Lee
S$215
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
9.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Helen
S$535
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Inn at Depot Hill

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Abby
S$222
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

9. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
9.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Brend
S$160
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
6.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Iram
S$244
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chaminade Resort & Spa

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Aprille
S$222
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

12. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
5 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
daphanie
S$130
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Carousel Beach Inn

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
4.4 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Beatriz
S$147
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge

14. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
6.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Andrea
S$257
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Bella Notte

15. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
7.4 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Delores F
S$177
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

16. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
5.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Michelle Renee
S$134
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hitching Post Studios Inn

17. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Sean
S$111
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites

18. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
4.5 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Gordon
S$113
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

19. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Falisha
S$109
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Drift Inn

20. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Robert
S$211
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Property amenity
Inn At Pasatiempo
8.8
Excellent
1,012 reviews
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Reception
National 9 Santa Cruz
8.4
Very good
253 reviews
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Front of property
Mission Inn
9.0
Wonderful
1,029 reviews
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View from room
Monarch Cove Inn
9.4
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
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Room
Salt Air Lodge
8.4
Very good
126 reviews
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Top University of California 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 6 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great value. The breakfast buffet was wonderful. The room was spacious. I would definitely stay again"
Dianna 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"The room was wonderful! Spacious and clean. The restaurant had great food. Friendly staff. Very relaxing stay. I love how dog friendly it is too. It’s tucked away where you feel far away but it’s actually pretty close to down town Santa Cruz and the boardwalk. We will definitely stay again!"
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

8/10 Good
"Free breakfast was missing scrambled and hard boiled eggs"
Lilly 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Great pool/hot tub, terrific outdoor sitting, Sri king area off the bar and the food was terrific. Rooms were very clean and tasteful. And they take dogs!"
Molly 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"It was an easy check in and the folks were nice."
John 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"The room is spacious and clean. Breakfast is standard continental breakfast. The location is very convenient, close to the beach. It's a motel, not fancy, but good enough for one night stay."
Connie 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Mission Inn
Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn

8/10 Good
"Very clean. Staff were super helpful. Walking distance to stores and food. Shower pressure good and water hot. Pillows good, bed meh, highway is right next to it so some road noise but generally quiet. Parking is very tight so not great for bigger vehicles. For Santa Cruz and price its a good place. Not fancy but clean and ran well. Does the job but way more than the bare minumum."
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Best Western Inn
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was good. The room was clean, and the staff was really kind to us. We reserved it only to go to sleep, and it was perfect for us. Around the hotel, you can find a gas station and different restaurants or fast-food options."
Vicente 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Other attractions near University of California, Santa Cruz

A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.
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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 reviews)
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

8.4/10 (103 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Pasatiempo Golf Course

7.4/10 (99 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at Pasatiempo Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Scandinavian Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Scandinavian Cultural Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

7.0/10 (6 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Santa Cruz?
University of California, Santa Cruz is located in an area that travellers like for its sporting events. You'll find 436 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Seaside Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz. Other good choices within 5 miles include Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to University of California, Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 436 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from University of California, Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near University of California, Santa Cruz.
What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, University Terrace Dog Park and Branciforte Dog Park.