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Our top choices for Westside Santa Cruz hotels

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1244)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿3,618
฿4,188 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1328)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is ฿3,603
฿4,171 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Marea Sol Hotel
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
United States
Diane
The price is ฿2,486
฿3,135 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Mission Inn
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1277)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1041)
"Great location, friendly staff."
United States
Biswajit
The price is ฿3,383
฿3,924 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1163)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is ฿3,383
฿3,924 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (621)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is ฿3,156
฿3,669 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ฿3,569
฿4,133 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Everything Staff is great and clean and quiet !"
United States
Richard
The price is ฿1,735
฿2,216 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Surf City Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Friendly staff, great location, and nice rooms."
United States
Robert
The price is ฿4,022
฿4,816 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (928)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites
Lobby lounge
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"The breakfast was fantastic! The rooms were clean and the staff was very attentive."
United States
Greg
The price is ฿3,383
฿3,918 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is ฿2,141
฿2,810 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Beachview Inn
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (767)
"My check in was a great experience! Love this hotel!"
United States
Justin
The price is ฿2,486
฿3,456 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"Great hidden gem"
United States
Dillon
The price is ฿2,762
฿3,302 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Pacific Blue Inn
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1186)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is ฿2,756
฿4,259 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Casablanca On The Beach
Property grounds
Continental Inn

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Yes we really like this hotel "
United States
Em
Continental Inn
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"perfect place to stay if going to the boardwalk"
United States
Maria
The price is ฿1,978
฿2,317 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Torch Lite Inn
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1169)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is ฿3,848
฿4,446 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (77)
"Gorgeous new resort"
United States
Radiance
The price is ฿8,738
฿11,368 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
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Where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

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

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.

Pleasure Point

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

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 Main Beach 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 Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely gorgeous hotel. The staff provided excellent customer service from check-in through out our 3 night stay, everything was top notch!!! We enjoyed the beautiful gym with all the “state of the art” equipment, along with the beautiful pool and bar area. A true gem for Santa Cruz!! We will surely be back!!! "
Francene 3-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is Westside Santa Cruz like?
Westside Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Westside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Westside Santa Cruz?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Seaway Inn is a highly ranked property in Westside Santa Cruz. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers free parking and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Beach Street Inn and Suites and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Westside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 164 hotels and other accommodation options in Westside 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 Westside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Westside Santa Cruz.
What is there to do in this Santa Cruz neighbourhood?
Explore Westside Santa Cruz's landmarks such as Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and learn about the local history. Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Neary Lagoon Park, Pacific Garden Mall and Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing are just a few of the places to visit in and around Westside Santa Cruz. Mission Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.