Eastside Santa Cruz Travel Guide
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Visit Eastside Santa Cruz
Stay near popular Eastside Santa Cruz attractions
Things to do

Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

Santa Cruz Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

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

Hitching Post Studios Inn
"the good: The place was quiet. the grounds were clean, the staff was friendly and helpful, and it was safe. the bad: the pictures make the rooms look way nicer then they are in person. the room was'nt very clean. i slept in the bed with my clothes and no covers, and never let my bare feet touch the ..."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Bella Notte

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
"It was a lovely stay, very welcoming and gracious hosts. Beautiful room. Beautiful beach view and right on a great beach. Ask for the bonfire package!"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Seaside Inn & Suites
"Never disappoint. Will see you soon."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

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.

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 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.

Upper Seabright
While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.











