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1. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Grester

฿4,493

฿5,180 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

Classic 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

2. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz

Salvador

฿2,004

฿2,824 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

Premium Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave

Premium Room, 3 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

3. Surf City Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz

Lorena

฿2,291

฿2,849 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

4. Continental Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

KAREN

฿2,196

฿2,936 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, microwave

5. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Siddharth

฿2,263

฿2,633 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

6. Drift Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

John

฿2,336

฿2,617 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

7. Hotel Solares

Westside Santa Cruz

Sanmatie

฿2,246

฿3,268 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

8. Ocean Gate Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

Brooke

฿3,744

฿4,303 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

9. Torch Lite Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

Nevaeh

฿2,800

฿3,246 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

10. Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Eduardo

฿2,629

฿3,248 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Jill Susanne

฿4,781

฿5,503 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

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

Westside Santa Cruz

Steve

฿4,193

฿4,844 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

jessika

฿4,809

฿5,535 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

14. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

Carmen

฿2,759

฿3,253 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Patio | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz

Brooke

฿5,058

฿5,815 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Ocean View Cathedral Executive - King) | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, alarm clocks

16. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Jiexin

฿9,950

฿11,304 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz

Bertha

฿3,104

฿3,593 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

18. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz

Justin

฿1,972

฿2,844 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Irinea

฿2,496

฿3,092 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

Room, 1 King Bed | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living area | Flat-screen TV, Netflix, streaming services

20. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz

Lisa

฿3,649

฿4,234 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Venture to sights like Ocean Street as you discover the local area in Lower Ocean.

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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, ocean view and the room, love this property, always stay here when in SC. At night you hear the waves and the seals, magical"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"Good job"

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

8/10 Good

"Keep it up with the maintenance!"

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was good and it fun and I like it"

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Seamless check in, and really good amenities for the price. Didn’t even get a chance to use the putting green"

Drift Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly staff. Very large, and clean rooms. Lots of cable channels to choose from. A very relaxing experience. Definitely will be back."

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely loved our stay. Great and friendly staff. Valet was super welcoming and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The treadmills weren’t working. We didn’t eat breakfast at the hotel. The location was in close proximity to the beach and downtown which was perfect. Overall it was amazing and would definitely book again."

Ocean Gate Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Bob was amazing since the minute I arrived super nice and helpful"

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent

"I would recommend this stay"

More cheap stays in Lower Ocean

Seaside Inn & Suites

525 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA

฿1,972

฿2,844 total

8 Oct - 9 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (1,112 reviews)

Surf City Inn and Suites

619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA

฿2,291

฿2,849 total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7.6/10 Good! (1,209 reviews)

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

325 Pacific Ave Santa Cruz CA

฿2,370

฿3,167 total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

Carousel Beach Inn

110 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA

฿2,759

฿3,253 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (96 reviews)

Ocean Pacific Lodge

301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA

฿2,666

฿3,504 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,538 reviews)

Marea Sol Hotel

301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA

฿3,649

฿4,234 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,616 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Lower Ocean?

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your visit include Hotel Solares and Surf City Inn and Suites. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Lower Ocean.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Lower Ocean.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Lower Ocean?

Based on our traveller reviews, Torch Lite Inn is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Lower Ocean.

What's the best family accommodation in Lower Ocean?

Continental Inn is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Also, attractions in the area such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Boardwalk Bowl are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Lower Ocean.

What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Lower Ocean?

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. The Aqua Pacific Hotel is another good option for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Lower Ocean.

What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Lower Ocean?

Hotel Solares is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers an outdoor pool along with free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include The Aqua Pacific Hotel and Continental Inn. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Lower Ocean.

What are some hotels with pools in Lower Ocean?

Pacific Inn Santa Cruz is a top hotel with an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and free WiFi. View all hotels with pools in Lower Ocean.

What is the best spa hotel in Lower Ocean?

Surf City Inn and Suites is a highly recommended spa hotel with an indoor pool. Why not spend some time relaxing in the Hot tub? See all spa hotels in Lower Ocean.

What is staying in Lower Ocean like?

Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Lower Ocean has to offer. Top sights around the area include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. In Lower Ocean, there are 24 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Lower Ocean.

What should I do while I'm visiting Lower Ocean?

A favourite place to visit is Ocean Street. You'll also find Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Lower Ocean guide.

What's the weather like in Lower Ocean?

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 Lower Ocean is 677 mm.

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Our top choices for Lower Ocean hotels

1. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

2. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

3. Surf City Inn and Suites

4. Continental Inn

5. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

6. Drift Inn

7. Hotel Solares

8. Ocean Gate Inn

9. Torch Lite Inn

10. Motel Santa Cruz

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

14. Carousel Beach Inn

15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

16. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

18. Seaside Inn & Suites

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

20. Marea Sol Hotel

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Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Surf City Inn and Suites

Drift Inn

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Ocean Gate Inn

Hotel Solares

More cheap stays in Lower Ocean

Seaside Inn & Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Marea Sol Hotel

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