Westside Santa Cruz Travel Guide
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Visit Westside Santa Cruz
Things to do

Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

Santa Cruz Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

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

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"So awesome can’t wait to go back"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
"The art and furniture in the lobby is so unique and is changed regularly. It was my 4th time here in the last two years and it just seems to be so loved by the staff and management"
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
"Love this place. Will definitely be rebooking in the future"
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Casablanca On The Beach
"Amazing view great service Just didn't agree with the bathroom setup"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
"It was perfect and the food was great"
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz
Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Harbor 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.

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.














