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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

1. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (494 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is ฿2,560
฿2,966 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hitching Post Studios Inn

2. 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, (643 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Buffet breakfast was amazing. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Tonya
The price is ฿4,960
฿5,696 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is ฿3,318
฿5,901 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,364 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is ฿3,970
฿4,595 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. 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, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,301 reviews)
"Would stay again. Amazing staff."
United States
Sarika
The price is ฿4,217
฿4,871 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

6. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,187 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is ฿3,684
฿4,275 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

7. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"It was very good. Would recommend staying here."
United States
SERGIO
The price is ฿5,060
฿7,340 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Chaminade Resort & Spa

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is ฿3,389
฿3,937 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great for families l!"
United States
Jig
The price is ฿3,830
฿4,438 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is ฿4,484
฿5,172 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

11. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,039 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is ฿7,998
฿9,114 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,352 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, well maintained and staff was great! Location was a bit challenging, however we will happily stay again, definitely recommend!"
United States
Bobbi
The price is ฿2,929
฿3,397 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is ฿3,669
฿4,250 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,362 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is ฿3,949
฿4,571 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
20.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was super nice , everything very clean, really good breakfast, pool was nice , convenient and close by to shopping and dining. Easy parking."
United States
Julie
The price is ฿3,831
฿4,439 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

16. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is ฿2,951
฿3,416 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

17. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,551 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is ฿2,488
฿3,279 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge

18. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (599 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is ฿8,203
฿11,085 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

19. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (724 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is ฿3,501
฿4,069 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

20. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast was spectacular and the staff very kind and helpful. Great room."
United States
Susan Ortiz
The price is ฿3,442
฿3,972 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
21 reviews
View
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
643 reviews
View
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
494 reviews
View
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
599 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,039 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Eastside Santa Cruz

Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

Pleasure Point

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

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.

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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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.

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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 our traveller data, Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This aparthotel is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 220 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. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Harbor Beach and Lincoln Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.