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Our top choices for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center hotels

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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"Great stay"
United States
Mark
The price is ฿8,843
฿11,505 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is ฿3,926
฿4,535 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1240)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿3,444
฿3,994 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1322)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is ฿3,646
฿4,222 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Marea Sol Hotel
Beach views
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is ฿8,135
฿9,257 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (147)
"The staff are always friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Miguel
The price is ฿3,364
฿4,081 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Seaway Inn
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is ฿2,516
฿3,173 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"Great hidden gem"
United States
Dillon
The price is ฿2,795
฿3,342 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ฿3,518
฿4,077 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (618)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is ฿3,194
฿3,713 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The breakfast was fantastic! The rooms were clean and the staff was very attentive."
United States
Greg
The price is ฿3,423
฿3,965 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1274)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Superior King + Beach View | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Scenic inn with great service in a great neighborhood."
United States
Andrea
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Terrace/patio
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (574)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is ฿3,995
฿4,605 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1189)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is ฿2,628
฿4,129 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (924)
"Place is really nice friendly people "
United States
Manny
Seaside Inn & Suites
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1155)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is ฿3,423
฿3,971 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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, 2.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1166)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is ฿3,738
฿4,324 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1184)
"Clean rm, good location, and good breakfast"
United States
Michelle
The price is ฿3,081
฿3,559 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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Top Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was lovely! Room was clean and so nice! Awesome view of the pool area. "
Charlie 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hotels near other Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center attractions

Pier at Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz Wharf

4.4/5 (790 reviews)
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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T4D055 Sunset, Cowell Beach, Santa Cruz, California, United States

Cowell's Beach

Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 140 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Adjacent to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Expedia has 140 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation'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 get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
What can I see and do near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park.