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Our top choices for Lower Ocean hotels

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (70 reviews)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is ฿2,245
฿2,515 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Drift Inn
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (781 reviews)
"The staff are very nice and acc"
United States
Sharmaine
The price is ฿2,385
฿3,343 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Courtyard

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
6.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"All was well."
United States
roscoe
The price is ฿1,686
฿2,576 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Hotel Solares
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly and fast check in, room was clean. "
United States
Hector
The price is ฿2,094
฿2,446 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Torch Lite Inn
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,016 reviews)
"Nice clean room close the beach."
United States
Thomas
The price is ฿1,743
฿2,226 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Surf City Inn and Suites
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
Ocean Gate Inn
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (863 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is ฿1,880
฿2,196 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Ecotours

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
5.0 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Great for a short stay and price point."
United States
Francisco
The price is ฿2,152
฿2,692 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Motel Santa Cruz
Lobby

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast was amazing, a lot of variety, a clean room, delicious food and a cool coffee machine!! Hot tub after a long day yesterday was also a plus! Overall impressed with cleanliness, location and amenities!! Will stay again! "
United States
Bree
The price is ฿3,265
฿3,732 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Lobby

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Lower Ocean
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff were very helpful. Rate was amazing for this hotel. Will stay again."
United States
Margaret
The price is ฿3,274
฿3,744 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (474 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ฿2,969
฿3,803 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Fern River Resort
Exterior

Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge
3.0 star property
19.7 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (175 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay"
United States
Joshua
The price is ฿4,485
฿6,486 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Masood's Lodge
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Nice staff, great location and very clean"
United States
mariebeth
The price is ฿3,852
฿4,453 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Exterior

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is ฿2,685
฿3,103 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, River View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.3 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (557 reviews)
"Place was perfect for a family. Couldn’t tell arriving at night how pretty it was. Attentive staff and easy check in process. Would 10/10 recommend. "
United States
Jacob
The price is ฿4,042
฿4,520 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Free continental breakfast

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
23.7 km from Lower Ocean
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here. "
United States
Luz
The price is ฿3,645
฿4,213 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Reception

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
28.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (961 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, great location "
United States
Brad
The price is ฿2,730
฿3,242 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Lower Ocean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, very nice breakfast."
United States
Zhiwei
The price is ฿4,646
฿5,333 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Free buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
21.9 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent "
United States
carlos
The price is ฿4,698
฿5,401 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
12.8 km from Lower Ocean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (903 reviews)
"Nice rooms , great property and views ! "
United States
anna
The price is ฿6,988
฿9,989 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Seascape Beach Resort
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Compare popular hotels in Lower Ocean

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi
Drift Inn
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
70 reviews
View
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
8.0
Very good
863 reviews
View
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,016 reviews
View
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
781 reviews
View
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
1,004 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lower Ocean

Find the best Lower Ocean 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
Photo by rabbit.Hole
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.

Sunrise at Walton Lighthouse
Photo by Alex Sam
Open Photo by Alex Sam

Eastside Santa Cruz

Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

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.

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.

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.

Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Yes, spotless"
Elaine 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lower Ocean?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Lower Ocean's Lower Ocean neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Ocean Street as part of your Lower Ocean travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is a highly ranked property in Lower Ocean. This hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Drift Inn and Torch Lite Inn.
How many hotels are there in Lower Ocean?
With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Lower Ocean to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Lower Ocean area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Lower Ocean.
What is there to do around this Lower Ocean neighbourhood?
Ocean Street is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Ocean. While you're out sightseeing, Pacific Garden Mall and Pacific Avenue are a couple of additional sights to visit in Lower Ocean.