Eastside Santa Cruz Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Santa Cruz Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Seabright Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seabright Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Twin Lakes State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Twin Lakes State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Pleasure Point Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Sunny Cove Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunny Cove Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
DeLaveaga Golf Course
Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at DeLaveaga Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop
Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill
Santa Cruz Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Top hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn
"1.) The "garden" is a small area right next to a road. 2.) Room with kitchens are useless. They have nothing to cook with. When I inquired about that, I was told I was sent an email saying there were no cooking utensils in the kitchens. 100 percent not true. I received no such email. 3.) No lamps, ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Bella Notte
"I thought the room was really excellent and the details, from the kettle to the shower were really top of the line. My only complaint was that the super inviting walk in shower, with the giant shower head, had very weak water pressure - it was a real disappointment."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
"We had a very enjoyable stay overall and would definitely consider visiting again. The property was clean, comfortable, and offered plenty of space for our family. The staff was friendly and welcoming throughout our stay, and the location was excellent—close to several beautiful beaches and convenient ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
"All the staff were very nice and friendly, they informed me of all the amenities and the nice trails they have. The room was clean and tidy"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"Facilities were very well kept, room was immaculate and amenities were great. Spa was definitely nice to sit and stare out at the wharf. Highly recommend for the place to stay if you want a resort style hotel in Santa Cruz"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
"Perfect location. Adorable decore. Cant beat the view and beach access. Pool was fun with great service and tasty food and drinks."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz
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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Pleasure Point
While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.
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 Santa Cruz 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.
