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Saratoga Oaks Lodge
Garden

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (906)
"I love this place"
The price is ฿4,786
฿5,264 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Saratoga Oaks Lodge
Drift Inn
Exterior

Drift Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (30)
"The hotel was good, close to the boulevard and beach"
The price is ฿2,554
฿2,861 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Drift Inn
ROYAL INN
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk

ROYAL INN

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (39)
"Check in was easy, very close to a few restaurants & grocery store w/in 3min drive"
The price is ฿2,183
฿2,445 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
ROYAL INN
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Interior

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (265)
"Very nice clean property with wonderful staff. "
The price is ฿2,881
฿3,299 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beach towels

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (539)
"Excellent stay cannot wait to go back"
The price is ฿5,064
฿5,805 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Harbor Inn
Beach nearby

Harbor Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (346)
"Great for the price."
The price is ฿6,758
฿7,642 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Harbor Inn
Mission Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1015)
"Nice, quiet, felt safe. "
The price is ฿3,027
฿3,756 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Mission Inn
Monarch Cove Inn
Front of property

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (885)
"Great place to stay. "
The price is ฿6,173
฿7,019 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Monarch Cove Inn
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Exterior

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1013)
"Overall a really nice place to stay!"
The price is ฿3,713
฿4,457 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Walkable and quiet "
The price is ฿5,141
฿5,892 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1018)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back "
Rio Sands Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (873)
"Very clean and rooms are big and have all we need for a comfortable night. Very satisfied and will definitely stay here again. "
The price is ฿4,645
฿5,346 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Fern River Resort
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Fern River Resort

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (445)
"Beautiful property! We will definitely be coming back! "
The price is ฿3,440
฿4,350 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Fern River Resort
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1012)
"Great location, good breakfast, clean, nice pool area"
The price is ฿4,113
฿4,749 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Los Gatos
Outdoor pool

Hotel Los Gatos

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"It really was so beautiful the fireplace and balcony can't beat it. Loved our stay"
The price is ฿4,818
฿6,376 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Los Gatos
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Lounge

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (950)
"Nice area , very good, close dining options, excellent room"
The price is ฿2,784
฿3,218 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby

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

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Great place"
The price is ฿4,311
฿4,962 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Lobby

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Very nice place "
The price is ฿3,386
฿3,870 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Masood's Lodge
3 bedrooms, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Masood's Lodge

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (162)
"This is an amazing place to stay with family. The river is a super nice spot! We just loved the place and definitely will be back soon! "
The price is ฿4,209
฿6,177 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Masood's Lodge
Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (857)
"Loved the place. It was located within walking distance of several restaurants the staff was friendly and helpful- would stay there again. "
The price is ฿2,474
฿2,919 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

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

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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 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. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Harbor Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?

Expedia has 212 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.