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1. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (469 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is ￥12,341
￥14,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

2. 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, (626 reviews)
"Very comfy beds Hot water Full kitchen Very clean Nice TV channels Very close to beach access Cute lil' breakfast"
United States
Donald
The price is ￥21,953
￥25,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

3. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥18,237
￥30,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Business center

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,347 reviews)
"Great location by beautiful beach and boardwalk"
United States
Jill Susanne
The price is ￥22,536
￥25,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,269 reviews)
"Great stay,"
United States
Steve
The price is ￥19,767
￥22,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Terrace/patio

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is ￥21,179
￥24,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lobby

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"I like this hotel I like the location and the breakfast, great place."
United States
Anna Christine
The price is ￥21,202
￥24,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Exterior

8. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel!"
United States
Erica
The price is ￥24,975
￥35,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

9. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (100 reviews)
"The staff was super helpful and the inn was clean. Location was perfect! The beds were comfortable! Overall great stay!"
United States
Carmen
The price is ￥12,865
￥15,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Carousel Beach Inn
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

10. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,118 reviews)
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
United States
Justin
The price is ￥8,831
￥12,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Seaside Inn & Suites
Seasonal outdoor pool

11. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff, they have plenty of parking."
United States
SONIA ARACELI MATA
The price is ￥8,597
￥12,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Lobby

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Nathan
The price is ￥20,936
￥24,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,346 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is ￥23,846
￥27,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), rollaway beds (surcharge)

14. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,329 reviews)
"nice hotel and staff, excellent location,"
United States
Bertha
The price is ￥14,615
￥16,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Property grounds

15. Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, rooms were kept clean!"
United States
KAREN
The price is ￥10,342
￥13,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Continental Inn
Property amenity

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,169 reviews)
"Great hotel close to boardwalk"
United States
jessika
The price is ￥22,641
￥26,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Queen Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

17. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, rooms are great as well"
United States
Javier
The price is ￥10,681
￥13,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Beachview Inn
Front of property

18. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,543 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥13,978
￥18,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | WiFi (free)

19. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (157 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
John
The price is ￥11,013
￥12,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Drift Inn
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,027 reviews)
"Nice staff, clean and close to the beach!"
United States
Irinea
The price is ￥11,531
￥14,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with a natural rock arch formation.
Photo by Arial Bauman
Open Photo by Arial Bauman

Westside Santa Cruz

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

A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

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.

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

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.

A beach with people playing and walking.
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"This location was amazing!"
Madeline 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like?
Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveler data, Bella Notte is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This aparthotel is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
How many hotels will I find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 221 hotels and other accommodations in Eastside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Eastside Santa Cruz.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Eastside Santa Cruz?
For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Eastside Santa Cruz, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach, and Sunny Cove Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighborhood. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Harbor Beach, and Lincoln Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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