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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Enjoy the rooftop views of the surrounding neighborhood from this outdoor seating area with a fire pit and comfortable sofas and chairs.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1219)
"Loved this stay!"
The price is ￥32,305
￥36,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Los Gatos Lodge
Enjoy outdoor dining amidst a serene natural setting, with comfortable seating and warm ambiance.

Los Gatos Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"The location was great"
Los Gatos Lodge
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Experience the classic charm of this hotel, featuring a flat roof and arched entrance, surrounded by a beautifully maintained patio with outdoor seating.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (864)
"Beautiful hotel easy 3 minute walk to the beach definitely recommend staying here "
The price is ￥26,390
￥30,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Escape to a serene oasis with a tranquil pond, lush greenery, and a charming wooden bridge.

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1109)
"This was a great location cute restaurant and fun pool we will be back!"
The price is ￥26,066
￥29,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Stunning building with a unique architectural style, featuring a rounded corner tower and a covered entrance with an archway.

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1140)
"Great quiet place to stay with young family."
The price is ￥22,431
￥25,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Relax in a cozy seating area surrounded by fire pits and lush greenery.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Enjoyed my stay"
The price is ￥28,129
￥32,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Indulge in a diverse spread of international cuisine at our hotel's buffet, featuring pork sausage and scrambled eggs.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Welcoming staff , Quick and easy check in , comfortable bed and a great addition was the complementary breakfast"
The price is ￥24,179
￥27,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Casablanca On The Beach
Relax on the deck with ocean views, a comfortable seating area, and a shaded table.

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1153)
"Staff were all super friendly & helpful. Beautiful views & convenient to everything."
The price is ￥36,626
￥46,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Casablanca On The Beach
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Relax in the hotel's outdoor lounge area, featuring comfortable seating and shade from two large umbrellas.

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"Great stay! Will absolutely be back. Perfectly for wine tasting lodging "
The price is ￥21,230
￥24,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Relax in this cozy space with a pool table, dartboard, and TV for entertainment.

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (884)
"Great place up stay"
The price is ￥14,463
￥16,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Relax in a clean and contemporary space with a seating area and decorative touches.

Inn At Moss Landing Point

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (842)
"Great property and staff."
The price is ￥33,297
￥37,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Monarch Cove Inn
Traditional home with a well-manicured lawn and patio area, surrounded by lush greenery and mature trees.

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (855)
"We had a great time staying at the Monarch Cove Inn, it was beautiful and Katrina was very accommodating. "
The price is ￥28,146
￥32,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Monarch Cove Inn
Rio Vista Suites
Relax in a serene bedroom with a four-poster bed, walk-in shower, and separate vanity.

Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Very nice place"
Rio Vista Suites
Babbling Brook Inn
Enjoy a serene view of the lush landscape from this cozy corner room with a bay window.

Babbling Brook Inn

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"This was a cozy and dry"
The price is ￥25,242
￥28,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Babbling Brook Inn
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Relax on the balcony with a view of the surrounding landscape from this living area featuring a sofa, coffee table, and patterned rug.

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (504)
"GREAT"
The price is ￥17,747
￥19,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Pacific Blue Inn
Sit and unwind in this serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and a charming garden.

Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (860)
"Wonderful place nice and quiet easy parking and dog friendly "
The price is ￥21,967
￥25,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Pacific Blue Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Enjoy a serene coastal retreat with a rocky shoreline and sandy beach.

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (526)
"Always love staying here. So close to the ocean. "
The price is ￥37,683
￥42,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Capitola Hotel
Enjoy a serene view of the outdoors from this room's large window, featuring a beautiful view of outdoor furniture and a nearby building.

Capitola Hotel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (475)
"Great location"
The price is ￥43,344
￥49,983 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Capitola Hotel
Masood's Lodge
Relax in this serene room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a comfortable sofa set.

Masood's Lodge

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (152)
"Beautiful spot on the river, with access. Easy walk to downtown. The owner was very nice and available. My only "complaint" is that the shower was a little small"
The price is ￥19,192
￥28,165 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Masood's Lodge
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Relax in a classic room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and cozy seating area.

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Had an Awesome stay here. "
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
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Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is ￥31,043 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
￥31,043
￥41,425 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
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Motels typically offer lower rates compared to hotels, which makes them great if you're road-tripping around Downtown Santa Cruz on a budget. A popular pick for overnight stays, these roadside getaways come with simply furnished rooms, limited services and ample parking. Opt for a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay extra for additional privacy, comfort and conveniences. Guests can take advantage of things like a fitness center, free WiFi and conference rooms at this kind of property.