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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

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Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (331 reviews)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Terrace/patio

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, (583 reviews)
"Room was great. Loved how close it was to the beach. "
United States
Michele
The price is ฿3,891
฿4,487 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Reception

Pacific Coast Inn

Pacific Coast Inn
2.0 star property
21.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
6.2 out of 10, (88 reviews)
"Clean room and good service "
United States
Gerardo
The price is ฿2,115
฿2,463 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Pacific Coast Inn
Terrace/patio

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Saratoga Oaks Lodge
3.0 star property
31.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (993 reviews)
"Fantastic and cute love this Hotel will definitely be back again soon"
United States
Eric
The price is ฿4,915
฿5,406 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Saratoga Oaks Lodge
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Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great value, hidden gem. Disregard the older reviews the ownership has changed and the rooms have been remodeled. For the price you get all the basic amenities with an even greater location close to the tourist area of santa cruz "
United States
Jarod
The price is ฿1,820
฿2,108 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Living area

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
21.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (100 reviews)
"Great place, easy to find!"
United States
Jesus
The price is ฿2,100
฿2,352 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
ROYAL INN
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
19.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1,010 reviews)
"Very clean and very helpful staff "
United Kingdom
Rachel
The price is ฿2,161
฿2,608 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Exterior

Coastal Valley Inn

Coastal Valley Inn
2.0 star property
31.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (310 reviews)
"unfriendly staff, no towel in room, scary area, loud highway"
United States
Christopher
The price is ฿1,540
฿1,757 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Coastal Valley Inn
Front of property

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
27.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Awesome stay "
United States
olga
The price is ฿6,190
฿7,878 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Hotel Los Gatos
Exterior

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean hotel with a great view "
United States
Veronica
The price is ฿2,678
฿3,095 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
4.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (963 reviews)
"The staff (Katrina) was very professional and responsive to our requests , love the nature walk around the property "
United States
Malina
The price is ฿5,938
฿6,752 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Monarch Cove Inn
Lobby

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
2.5 star property
27.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff. Nice room. Excellent breakfast & a nice wine tasting from 5-6 in the evening. "
United States
Lance
The price is ฿4,454
฿4,989 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
21.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
5.6 out of 10, (316 reviews)
"Great location as my son and his daughter stayed and had no car, but walk to local stores and restaurants. "
United States
Edgar
Valley Inn
Outdoor spa tub

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,306 reviews)
"Great place to stay everytime!!"
United States
Sandra
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Terrace/patio

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel

Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
2.5 star property
27.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (709 reviews)
"Quiet , comfortable, clean . Many dinning options ."
United States
Steve
The price is ฿4,171
฿4,680 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Los Gatos Garden Inn Hotel
Reception

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (578 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is ฿1,866
฿2,316 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Capri Motel
Lobby

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, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place with comfy beds. balcony rooms and free breakfast! "
United States
Heather
The price is ฿2,882
฿3,515 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (865 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is ฿1,960
฿2,285 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Property amenity

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
" Lean room friendly staff comfy beds excellent restaurant. "
United States
Shana
The price is ฿3,390
฿3,905 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Inn At Pasatiempo
Two Double Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
shiana
The price is ฿2,022
฿2,677 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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.
This is a small state park at the northern end of Santa Cruz' scenic West Cliff Drive and a little over a mile from the Boardwalk, wharf and Main Beach. A couple of times a year you can see Monarch butterflies during their migration. They are not in the numbers of years past, but you'll still see some. If you walk north towards the rocks during low tide you will find some amazing tidepools full of sea anenomes, sea urchins, starfish, crabs, hermit crabs, and all sorts of marine life. The tidepools are on a ledge, so the tide needs to be quite high (>4 ft?) to reach them. The beach is absolutely stunning at sunset. #localsecrets
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Open Photo by rabbit.Hole

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 Pacific Avenue.

Nice place to have coffee and watch the waves. Great surf spot. NO bathrooms! #beach #ocean #surf #shops #view
Photo by Jennifer Radman
Open Photo by Jennifer Radman

Pleasure Point

While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and 38th Avenue Beach Access.

CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue

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 Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Clock tower in downtown Santa Cruz, California, USA. The tower is a local landmark and gathering place, decorated with flowers and pumpkins.

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.

Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, staff was helpful, close to activities and beach. Would love to stay again. "
Luz 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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 205 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. Harbor Beach, Lincoln Beach and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Maria's Beach and Ocean Street are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.