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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

1. 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, (643 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Buffet breakfast was amazing. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Tonya
The price is ￥19,033
￥21,983 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

2. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (496 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is ￥12,124
￥14,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

3. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is ￥15,214
￥27,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

4. 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, (1,188 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is ￥17,377
￥20,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A large, white, multi-story estate surrounded by dense forest, with a well-maintained lawn and a circular driveway.

5. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"It was very good. Would recommend staying here."
United States
SERGIO
The price is ￥22,694
￥33,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

6. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,040 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is ￥34,089
￥38,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

7. 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, (1,364 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is ￥18,859
￥21,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

8. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is ￥15,984
￥18,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

9. 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, (1,302 reviews)
"Would stay again. Amazing staff."
United States
Sarika
The price is ￥19,968
￥23,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

10. 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, (1,364 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is ￥18,701
￥21,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

11. 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, (1,355 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is ￥12,552
￥14,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

12. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is ￥21,236
￥24,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lobby

13. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is ￥13,336
￥15,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great for families l!"
United States
Jig
The price is ￥18,064
￥20,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
AMY
The price is ￥20,444
￥23,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Inn At Pasatiempo
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

16. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is ￥16,030
￥18,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

17. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,552 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is ￥11,735
￥15,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

18. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is ￥26,151
￥29,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a high ceiling with skylights, and a mix of wooden and upholstered furniture.

19. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"The breakfast was spectacular and the staff very kind and helpful. Great room."
United States
Susan Ortiz
The price is ￥16,300
￥18,811 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

20. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,654 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ￥16,973
￥19,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Marea Sol Hotel
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Compare top hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
View
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
View
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
View
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
View
A large, white, multi-story estate surrounded by dense forest, with a well-maintained lawn and a circular driveway.

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
View
8.8
Excellent
643 reviews
8.6
Excellent
496 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
21 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,188 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,003 reviews
The price is ￥19,033
￥21,983 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The price is ￥12,124
￥14,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The price is ￥15,214
￥27,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
The price is ￥17,377
￥20,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The price is ￥22,694
￥33,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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  • No Breakfast included
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  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A natural rock arch formation on a beach with waves crashing below.

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 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 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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Communication is great, Everything went smoothly.
United States
Brenda
Reviewed October 16, 2026
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

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, a ZenStay Hotel 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 220 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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