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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,249 reviews)
"Roomy with a solid breakfast and really close to the water. "
United States
Zachary
The price is ￥17,443
￥20,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,188 reviews)
"Our favorite lace to stay when visiting Santa Cruz. "
United States
Francesca
The price is ￥13,601
￥21,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Casablanca On The Beach
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
Aptos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,064 reviews)
The price is ￥16,199
￥18,811 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
Scotts Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"I love this hotel "
United States
Sean
The price is ￥16,080
￥18,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Property amenity

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,076 reviews)
"Great property, great location, great staff"
Australia
Christopher
The price is ￥15,927
￥18,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Was a nice place to stay for my folks on vacation"
United States
Rosalie
The price is ￥16,233
￥18,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Exterior

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is ￥13,187
￥15,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Terrace/patio

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff are nice and hot breakfast is good."
United States
Wilson
The price is ￥18,683
￥21,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms were excellent and staff as well. They locked our bikes up in storage so that we did not have to lug them upstairs. Rio Vista is a real find in Santa Cruz. Will stay there again. A really great value."
United States
David
Rio Vista Suites
Terrace/patio

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (578 reviews)
"Room was great. Loved how close it was to the beach. "
United States
Michele
The price is ￥17,624
￥20,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (956 reviews)
"We had a great stay. Thank you all at Monarch Cove Inn✨"
United States
Mike
The price is ￥29,236
￥33,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Monarch Cove Inn
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (895 reviews)
"We enjoyed our night stay. Room was clean and accommodating. Hotel was secure and quiet. I would defintely stay again. "
United States
Melissa
The price is ￥13,629
￥16,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Pacific Blue Inn
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (469 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ￥13,378
￥17,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Fern River Resort
Terrace/patio

Babbling Brook Inn

Babbling Brook Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice private room with a view"
United States
Zachary
The price is ￥34,204
￥38,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 4 - Feb 5
Babbling Brook Inn
Exterior

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
Capitola
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (511 reviews)
"Friendly staff clean rooms great location"
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥26,149
￥30,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 4 - Feb 5
Capitola Hotel
Superior King + Beach View | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"very nice room, comfortable bed, big tub for soaking, great view of beach, good breakfast and nice wine hour with snacks."
United States
Anne
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Cottage (1 Bedroom) | Interior

California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails

California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails
3.0 star property
Ben Lomond
California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails
Exterior

Cottage at the Point For 4!

Cottage at the Point For 4!
3.5 star property
Pleasure Point
Cottage at the Point For 4!
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
The price is ￥16,080 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
￥16,080
￥18,676 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,196 reviews)
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What are the best 3-star hotels in Santa Cruz?
Travelers in search of a pleasant and affordable Santa Cruz stay often book Hyatt Place Santa Cruz. This 3-star hotel, around 1.13 kilometers southeast of the center, comes with a terrace and an electric car charging station. Want another hot tip? Located 2 kilometers south of downtown and featuring a garden and a lake view, Rio Vista Suites is another go-to choice for guests.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Santa Cruz?
Check in to a 3-star hotel and you can expect comfortable and well-kept rooms and amenities such as free WiFi, exercise equipment and tea and coffee facilities. These stays may also include a bar and restaurant. Elevate your Santa Cruz trip by picking a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness area, round-the-clock room service and deluxe toiletries, you'll experience a superior level of relaxation and comfort.