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

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups
Top hotels in Westside Santa Cruz

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
"Breakfast was basic. I dont think Pets should be allowed. I dont want to see a pet peeing inside or outside. Pet dander. I have friends allergic to pet hair. They could never stay at Hyatt. Bottom of hot tub needs cleaning a few people were complaining about that. I agree. Should have happy hours ..."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Marea Sol Hotel

Seaside Inn & Suites

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
"Looks like an older motel with a cosmetic face-lift. Ceiling of room had cracks. Walls were thin. I immediately regretted not paying $50 more for La Bahia. On the bright side, they let us check in early and the wait staff at the pool/restaurant was great."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Casablanca On The Beach
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 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.

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.












