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Our top choices for University of California, Santa Cruz hotels

1. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Paul
฿3,636
฿4,189 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Inn At Pasatiempo

2. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Justin
฿1,716
฿2,555 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Seaside Inn & Suites

3. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Danielle
฿3,933
฿4,552 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Terry
฿3,055
฿3,799 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Mission Inn

5. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
10.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Cheryl
฿5,381
฿6,136 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Monarch Cove Inn

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
5 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
daphanie
฿2,922
฿3,436 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
9.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Loretta
฿3,636
฿4,182 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
4.4 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Ramiro
฿2,955
฿3,826 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge

9. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
9.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jeff
฿7,432
฿10,320 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Inn at Depot Hill

10. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Michael
฿2,067
฿2,746 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Beachview Inn

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Bethany
฿4,627
฿5,331 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Nathan
฿4,933
฿5,664 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

13. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
13.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Lee
฿4,021
฿4,650 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

14. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
5.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Grant
฿2,835
฿3,273 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hitching Post Studios Inn

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Bertha
฿3,338
฿3,855 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Steve
฿3,580
฿4,156 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Milton
฿4,781
฿5,495 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

18. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
6.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Andrea
฿3,953
฿6,590 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Bella Notte

19. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
4.5 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
virgil
฿1,778
฿2,569 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Vanessa
฿2,363
฿2,941 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Property amenity
Inn At Pasatiempo
8.8
Excellent
1,007 reviews
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2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed
Seaside Inn & Suites
8.2
Very good
1,112 reviews
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Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
9.0
Wonderful
1,612 reviews
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Front of property
Mission Inn
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room
Monarch Cove Inn
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"This, in my humble opinion, is the best place to stay in Santa Cruz. It’s DIRECTLY in the middle of town—it’s easy to get anywhere from the hotel. The property is adorable. The pool is great. The bar is open late and the food is good. The rooms are updated and super cute. Whenever friends come to see our daughter at UCSC, I always recommend it. We love it ."
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Highly recommend/ This hotel was perfect- the view from the room of the beach was amazing/ the hotel staff was helpful & very friendly! They also have a fire pit looking out over the beach!! I WILL definitely return !!!"
Mary 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

8/10 Good
"Check in staff very helpful"
David 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice and cozy, well maintained and clean"
Rosa 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Inn At Pasatiempo
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. A bit small but that’s ok. Attentive staff easy check in and out. Only issue was A/C did not work. Room was at 73-75 during our stay"
Brad 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms, ac worked great and within walking distance to the Boardwalk"
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good
"Todo estuvo bien la habitación estaba bien limpia"
Javier 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Solares

Other attractions near University of California, Santa Cruz

A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.
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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 reviews)
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.
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Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

8.4/10 (103 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Pasatiempo Golf Course

7.4/10 (99 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at Pasatiempo Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Scandinavian Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Scandinavian Cultural Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

7.0/10 (6 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Santa Cruz?
University of California, Santa Cruz is located in an area that travellers like for its sporting events. You'll find 436 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Seaside Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz. Other good choices within 5 miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to University of California, Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 436 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from University of California, Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near University of California, Santa Cruz.
What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, University Terrace Dog Park and Branciforte Dog Park.