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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1275)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
10.8 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"Great value. Clean room, friendly staff, amenities as expected, good breakfast. "
United States
Rosabelle
The price is ￥15,044
￥17,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Property amenity
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
9.6 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"everything was great, can’t wait to comeback "
United States
Xochitl
The price is ￥16,311
￥18,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (467)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ￥13,175
￥17,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Fern River Resort
Family Triple Room | Balcony view
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
28.9 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (552)
"Great view, clean and nice room."
United States
JiaSheng
The price is ￥15,915
￥17,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
10.7 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1032)
"The room was very clean and quiet. The front staff was also very kind. I would return and stay here. "
United States
Felipe
The price is ￥16,591
￥19,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge

Masood's Lodge
3.0 star property
19.4 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (173)
"Very relaxing stay. My whole family loved it!"
United States
Luz
The price is ￥24,828
￥35,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
Masood's Lodge
Lobby
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
29.3 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (940)
"The guy working the front desk was awesome!"
United States
Joshua
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
5 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1006)
"Amenities were great! "
United States
Paul
The price is ￥26,109
￥36,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (885)
"Location & amenities"
United States
Ellen
The price is ￥42,205
￥58,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Seascape Beach Resort
Lobby
Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)
"Very clean and peaceful, restaurants food is very good"
United States
Vic
The price is ￥17,096
￥19,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
Inn At Pasatiempo
Fountain
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
11.1 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great location. Helpful staff via phone."
United States
Calvin
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.8 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (993)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Fernando
The price is ￥19,806
￥22,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Clean room, nice breakfast, courteous staff, great location."
United States
Therese
The price is ￥17,198
￥19,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
5.7 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is ￥21,801
￥25,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7.5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1243)
"Friendly staff and clean room. Will definitely stay here again!"
Canada
michelle
The price is ￥14,018
￥16,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Bar (on property)
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is ￥13,505
￥15,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Lobby
Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
24.6 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Solid place"
United States
Jacob
The price is ￥17,198
￥19,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (178)
"Great staff and clean room great value for the price."
United States
Scott
The price is ￥10,979
￥12,649 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
National 9 Santa Cruz
Interior
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (315)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

Eastside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

Pleasure Point

World-renowned surf spot with a strong surf culture, Pleasure Point offers picturesque ocean views along East Cliff Drive and a walkable path with separate bike lanes. Enjoy amenities at Pleasure Point Park and nearby 41st Ave commercial district.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Main Beach and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"We love this hotel because everything is always maintained very well. Apart from that, the view of the beach is breathtaking we never want to leave lol!!"
Maria 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travelers to the Downtown neighborhood in Santa Cruz will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House as part of your Downtown travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown?
Expedia customers rank Ocean Pacific Lodge the highest for a stay in Downtown.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Downtown.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown?
For additional details about updating your trip to Downtown or cancelling it, click here.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown are Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House. When you're sightseeing in Santa Cruz, Pacific Garden Mall and Neary Lagoon Park are also worth a stop.