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Mission Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Nice place"
The price is ฿2,888
฿3,601 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Mission Inn
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Garden

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1334)
"Enjoy our stay! "
The price is ฿2,479
฿2,886 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Exterior

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1173)
"Great place to stay."
The price is ฿2,888
฿3,341 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Drift Inn
Exterior

Drift Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (28)
"The hotel was good, close to the boulevard and beach"
The price is ฿2,580
฿2,890 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Drift Inn
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (782)
"Excellent service and location is walking distance from the boardwalk "
The price is ฿2,333
฿2,707 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Great family friendly property. Enjoyed the closeness to the Santa Cruz boardwalk. "
The price is ฿2,231
฿2,773 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Surf City Inn and Suites
Beachview Inn
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Clean and very friendly staff"
The price is ฿2,580
฿3,323 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Beachview Inn
Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back "
Rio Sands Hotel
National 9 Santa Cruz
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

National 9 Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (134)
"Great place to stay in Santa Cruz!!"
The price is ฿2,482
฿2,854 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
National 9 Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1131)
"Great place for our family."
The price is ฿2,888
฿3,738 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Ocean Pacific Lodge
ROYAL INN
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk

ROYAL INN

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (36)
"Nice, quiet and clean little motel, with generous sized rooms. Easy parking. Roses outside our window. Convenient location, easy to find, and friendly owners. "
The price is ฿2,188
฿2,450 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
ROYAL INN
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Interior

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (262)
"Very nice clean property with wonderful staff. "
The price is ฿3,179
฿3,634 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Clean and convenient place to stay!"
The price is ฿2,657
฿3,244 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Inn
Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included) | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Very convenient location, clean rooms. Great for families."
The price is ฿3,234
฿3,716 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Aqua Breeze Inn
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Close to attractions and the beach, everything walking distance. "
The price is ฿7,978
฿9,030 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Front of property

Beach Street Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"My daughter and I enjoyed our stay!"
The price is ฿4,871
฿5,599 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Great service and convenient location. "
The price is ฿2,394
฿3,179 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Harbor Inn
Beach nearby

Harbor Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (346)
"Great for the price."
The price is ฿5,520
฿6,256 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Harbor Inn
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
View from property

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (929)
"It was a great stay!"
The price is ฿2,479
฿2,850 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Torch Lite Inn
Signature Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Torch Lite Inn

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Very accessible to walk to the beach restaurants a d friendly owner or manager!!"
The price is ฿2,749
฿3,184 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Torch Lite Inn
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Very comfortable room, convenient, beautiful swimming pool, close to downtown and beach."
Xiaoxi 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Cruz?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Santa Cruz. Top sights include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Cruz?
Ocean Pacific Lodge: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Mission Inn: Free breakfast, free WiFi and a sauna are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and terrace. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Surf City Inn and Suites: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. A full-service spa, free WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Motel Santa Cruz: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels are there in Santa Cruz?
You can select from 23 inexpensive motels in Santa Cruz.
What can I do in Santa Cruz?
In this walkable area, you can enjoy the entertainment choices and popular beaches while you're sightseeing. Must-see local attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Main Beach, Santa Cruz Main Beach and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Boardwalk Bowl. Some historical places you might want to see include Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Lighthouse Point Park and Williams-Reynolds House.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Cruz?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What are my options for getting around Santa Cruz while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Cruz to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, look for flights into San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.