Pleasure Point Travel Guide
Santa Cruz
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Popular places to visit
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Santa Cruz Wharf
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.
Natural Bridges State Park
You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Mystery Spot
Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Ocean Street
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Pacific Avenue
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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
Top hotels in Pleasure Point
Chaminade Resort & Spa
"best stay in santa cruz!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"Everything was excellent"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
"The room was clean and beds were comfy. The hotel is in a great location and the views from the balcony were great. I also liked that the coffee bar opened at 6:30am. The bathroom was clean but could use a little upgrade."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
"I want to give a shout out to the employee that works there. He was the one that checked me in his name was Jose. He was very welcoming and very upbeat attitude. Front desk is the first people you see as you walk in so you always want to be greeted and welcomed and that’s exactly what he did"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
"The lobby and pool area are very nice. The pool was packed with kids, at all hours. Overall, I was disappointed. The room was small, with scuffed floors and looking a little worse for wear. The shower still had hair from the last occupant. There was no microwave and the prices at the bar and for ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
"Very clean, newly remodeled. The continental breakfast was great! Highly recommend, only 10 minutes from the boardwalk by car and a 20 minute walk."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Pleasure Point
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.
Eastside Santa Cruz
Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.
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.
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.
