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Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Everything Staff is great and clean and quiet !"
United States
Richard
The price is ￥8,243
￥10,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Surf City Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ￥17,573
￥20,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"perfect place to stay if going to the boardwalk"
United States
Maria
The price is ￥10,003
￥11,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Torch Lite Inn
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (765)
"Good value."
United States
David
The price is ￥11,061
￥15,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Property grounds
Continental Inn

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Yes we really like this hotel "
United States
Em
Continental Inn
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (855)
"Clean room, easy parking, and nice staff."
United States
Kristie
The price is ￥9,461
￥11,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (64)
"rooms were clean, beds were good, staffs were nice."
United States
Henry
The price is ￥10,983
￥12,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Drift Inn
Courtyard
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (1001)
"Nice staff and clean rooms"
United States
Esmeralda
The price is ￥10,648
￥15,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Hotel Solares
Standard King, View, Non-Smoking | Balcony view
Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (1001)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
Ocean Gate Inn
Ecotours
Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1002)
"Great for a short stay and price point."
United States
Francisco
The price is ￥10,826
￥13,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Motel Santa Cruz
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1274)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1242)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is ￥14,024
￥16,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥10,688
￥13,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
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
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (464)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ￥13,180
￥17,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Fern River Resort
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
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is ￥17,204
￥19,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (147)
"The staff are always friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Miguel
The price is ￥20,240
￥24,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Seaway Inn
Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (926)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1034)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Todd
The price is ￥17,102
￥19,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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, (1242)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥17,204
￥19,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is ￥12,568
￥15,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Mission Inn
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Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"everything was top tier"
Isaac 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

More cheap stays in Lower Ocean

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
The price is ￥8,243 per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
￥8,243
￥10,613 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Lower Ocean?
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is a favorite with Expedia customers. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other favorite options based on traveler reviews include Drift Inn and The Aqua Pacific Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Lower Ocean.
What are some of the best vacation rentals in Lower Ocean?
Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.: This vacation home rental outside of Lower Ocean is located on a lake and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your vacation with a garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Lower Ocean.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Lower Ocean.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lower Ocean?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Lower Ocean, head over to our customer service page.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on our traveler reviews, Torch Lite Inn is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Lower Ocean.
What's the best place to stay for a family vacation to Lower Ocean?
Continental Inn is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Attractions in the area like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Lower Ocean.
What is the favorite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Lower Ocean?
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. The Aqua Pacific Hotel is another good option for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Lower Ocean.
What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Lower Ocean?
Continental Inn is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include The Aqua Pacific Hotel and Surf City Inn and Suites. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Lower Ocean.
What are some hotels with pools in Lower Ocean?
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz: Hotel, 13-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Features buffet, an outdoor pool, and complimentary wireless internet access. Continental Inn and The Aqua Pacific Hotel are a couple of other choices that offer an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Lower Ocean.
What is the best spa hotel in Lower Ocean?
Surf City Inn and Suites is a highly recommended spa hotel with an indoor pool. Why not spend some time relaxing in the hot tub? See all spa hotels in Lower Ocean.
What is staying in Lower Ocean like?
Visitors are sure to enjoy all that Lower Ocean has to offer. A top sight in the area is Monterey Bay. In Lower Ocean, there are 18 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Lower Ocean.
What are the top places to visit in Lower Ocean?
A favorite place to visit is Ocean Street. Additionally, you'll find Monterey Bay in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Lower Ocean guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Lower Ocean?
The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Lower Ocean is 27 inches.

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