Circles Travel Guide
Santa Cruz
Visit Circles
Things to do

Santa Cruz Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Top hotels in Circles

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"This is hands down the best hotel I've stayed at in santa cruz. The bar, the food, the amenities, the pool, the hot tub that's big enough for ten adults.. We will definitely be back."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
"Crappy view and tons of kids but overall a good place"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
"Okay for a night stay, walking distance to the boardwalk, Not bay front though."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Seaside Inn & Suites
"First time staying here. Front desk staff was great. Lots of parking. Room was decent. Loved that they had a microwave AND refrigerator. The bed was surprisingly very comfortable. The only complaint I had was the A/C machine was quite loud. It took me a bit to get used to but it ended up acting like ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Chaminade Resort & Spa
"Secluded, beautiful property. The staff was very helpful. Prices were higher but worth it."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
"Was just okay… fire pit did not work and our room looked out on the parking lot (wish I had requested a different room/view). Pool was okay - not very heated. Pool service was a little off. Room was okay but not my favorite stay I have had recently."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Circles

Westside Santa Cruz
Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

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 Pleasure Point Park.

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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 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.















