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Our top choices for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center hotels

1. Bella Notte

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

2. Carousel Beach Inn

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

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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

4. Beach Street Inn and Suites

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

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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

6. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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

7. Seaway Inn

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

8. Marea Sol Hotel

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

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

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

12. Pacific Blue Inn

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

13. Mission Inn

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

14. Ocean Pacific Lodge

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

15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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

16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

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

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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

18. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

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

19. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

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

20. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Charlene
฿3,351
฿4,770 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Rio Vista Suites
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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
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains
Bella Notte
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
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Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room
Carousel Beach Inn
9.4
Exceptional
29 reviews
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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
9.6
Exceptional
415 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
9.4
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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Business centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,345 reviews
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Top Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Hotel Reviews

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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."
Renee 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and nice hotel. Conveniently located near boardwalk "
Dennis 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place but need some maintenance."
Brenda 3-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good
"The rooms were nice but had a funky smell that just didn’t go away."
Thomas 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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."
Will 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites

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"
albert g 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Carousel Beach Inn

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!"
Vanessa 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Carousel Beach Inn

Other attractions near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

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.
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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and houses on the cliffside.

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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A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."
Photo by Adri VDM Photography

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 170 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Adjacent to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Ocean Pacific Lodge and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Expedia has 170 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. 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 review the best deals available near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
What can I see and do near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum or Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park.