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1. Bella Notte
Bella NotteEastside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Andrea
฿3,971
฿6,599 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept




2. Carousel Beach Inn
Carousel Beach InnWestside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Patricia
฿4,433
฿5,131 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug




3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa
La Bahia Hotel and SpaWestside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Toleen
฿12,777
฿16,188 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug




4. Beach Street Inn and Suites
Beach Street Inn and SuitesWestside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Michele
฿6,585
฿7,527 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept




5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa CruzBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Bethany
฿5,879
฿6,735 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept




6. Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Annette
฿13,930
฿15,769 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug




7. Seaway Inn
Seaway InnWestside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Cristina
฿6,225
฿7,123 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug




8. Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol HotelWestside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Clarissa
฿5,033
฿5,786 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug




9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Susana
฿5,030
฿5,782 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug




10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CAWestside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Monika
฿4,857
฿5,589 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug




11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CAWestside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Natalya
฿4,754
฿5,472 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug




12. Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue InnDowntown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Nicole
฿5,262
฿6,182 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug




13. Mission Inn
Mission InnWestside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Emily
฿4,284
฿5,177 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug




14. Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific LodgeDowntown, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Lawrence
฿3,395
฿4,320 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug




15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph CollectionWestside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Brenda
฿5,593
฿6,414 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug




16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach CottagesEastside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Jason
฿7,478
฿8,515 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug




17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa CruzBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Holly
฿5,328
฿6,117 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug




18. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz NorthWestside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Cecelia
฿3,680
฿4,238 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept




19. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters InnWestside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Christine
฿10,027
฿11,740 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept




20. Rio Vista Suites
Rio Vista SuitesBeach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Charlene
฿3,351
฿4,770 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Compare popular hotels close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Property | Property class | Guest rating | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included |
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![]() Bella Notte | 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews | View | |||||
![]() Carousel Beach Inn | 9.4 Exceptional 29 reviews | View | |||||
![]() La Bahia Hotel and Spa | 9.6 Exceptional 415 reviews | View | |||||
![]() Beach Street Inn and Suites | 9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews | View | |||||
![]() La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz | 9.2 Wonderful 1,345 reviews | View |
Top Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Hotel Reviews
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
8/10 Good
"Clean room, limited plug access for recharging devices, within walking distance to the boardwalk. Charged for early check-in. Okay for overnight stay."
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and nice hotel. Conveniently located near boardwalk "
Casablanca On The Beach
10/10 Excellent
"Nice place but need some maintenance."
Ocean Pacific Lodge
8/10 Good
"The rooms were nice but had a funky smell that just didn’t go away."
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is a bit expensive but the proximity to the boardwalk in the private beach that they have along with the pool with food and drinks is a real big plus, I definitely recommend this hotel good parking nice restaurant next to it. Every room hasn’t been , my family and I love this place."
Surf City Inn and Suites
10/10 Excellent
"The pool, hot tub and deck area were great for relaxing, walking distance to downtown shops and rest as well as the boardwalk. Trader Joe’s and CVS near by for all the at once needs"
Carousel Beach Inn
10/10 Excellent
"We decided to extend our stay at the last minute and needed a hotel. So glad this one was available for my family of 4. The room was clean, it was so close to the boardwalk and the kids loved watching the rides from the balcony! Breakfast is also included which is a huge win for my early risers. We can’t wait to come back!"
Other attractions near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Santa Cruz Wharf
9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)
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.

Cowell's Beach
9.0/10 (6 reviews)
During your trip to Santa Cruz, enjoy the surf and sand at Cowell's Beach along with the surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)
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.
Cocoanut Grove
Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Sky Glider
Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0/10 (19 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Neary Lagoon Park
Explore the great outdoors at Neary Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Pacific Garden Mall
7.6/10 (4 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pacific Garden Mall during your visit to Santa Cruz. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.




