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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,378 reviews)
"Very clean room, great parking and very friendly staff. "
United States
Samuel
The price is ¥12,633
¥16,598 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Ocean Pacific Lodge

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.7 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,287 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, pier nearby l."
Canada
Krzysztof
The price is ¥26,176
¥30,017 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
28.4 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect location "
United Kingdom
Siavash
The price is ¥29,178
¥37,468 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Hotel Los Gatos

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"The housekeeping staff was excellent."
United States
Garry
The price is ¥33,280
¥37,987 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
22.4 km from Downtown
6.6 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Location was convenient!"
United States
Eduardo
The price is ¥11,426
¥13,742 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.6 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (988 reviews)
"Beautiful location! Nice staff, clean room, lovely peak at the ocean."
United States
Kimberly
The price is ¥29,843
¥33,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Monarch Cove Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.8 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff were frendly, the place was clean, and the pool area was great! We got a studio and it was huge! We love the place. "
United States
Martha
The price is ¥19,740
¥22,797 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Staff was great room was clean "
United States
Kristina
The price is ¥17,241
¥20,755 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
2.5 star property
29 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Very clean and comfortable room. Friendly staff"
United States
Madeline
The price is ¥26,418
¥29,588 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, excellent hike trails, fun for kids."
United States
Chao
The price is ¥18,493
¥27,771 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Chaminade Resort & Spa

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, (1,006 reviews)
"We really liked how reasonable the rates were, easy to park, very spacious rooms, and super dog-friendly. We enjoyed checking out the small towns and liked how close the hotel was to hiking trails. Plenty of restaurants and cafes nearby."
United States
S.
The price is ¥11,731
¥13,615 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
5.7 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel! Friendly staff, clean, spacious rooms"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ¥19,975
¥23,027 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (967 reviews)
"This was an amazing beach resort. The rooms and property was very clean with easy access to the beach. Would highly recommend and can’t wait to revisit again "
United States
aryika
The price is ¥47,140
¥63,660 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Seascape Beach Resort

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, (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast and jacuzzi rooms were amaaing "
United States
Monica
The price is ¥21,127
¥24,311 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is ¥36,118
¥41,107 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.6 km from Downtown
7.0 out of 10, Good, (637 reviews)
"There are no frills but a clean comfortable room with a helpful staff. The hoyel is close to everything and quiet."
United States
Julie
The price is ¥16,742
¥19,416 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Comfort Inn Watsonville

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
28.2 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location & very comfortable bed. "
United States
william
The price is ¥29,404
¥39,129 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

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, (1,299 reviews)
"Great stay, place is very nice. Definitely recommend and price was perfect. "
United States
Isabel
The price is ¥19,665
¥22,516 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean and decent. Good place for the price."
Canada
Lehe
The price is ¥14,328
¥17,819 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Mission Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was as expected. What stood out to me was the great water pressure in the shower! The breakfast was good as always. "
United States
Matt
The price is ¥19,071
¥22,045 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown

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

Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 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.

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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?
For your stay in Downtown, Ocean Pacific Lodge is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.
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, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pacific Garden Mall are also worth a stop.