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Our top choices for Lower Ocean hotels

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (795 reviews)
"Close to everything we wanted to explore, great customer service. "
United States
Charis
The price is ¥12,045
¥16,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (880 reviews)
"A nice place at a great price "
United States
David
The price is ¥9,859
¥11,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (79 reviews)
"Really close to boardwalk"
United States
Carmina
The price is ¥12,579
¥14,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Drift Inn

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff was great!"
United States
Mark
The price is ¥9,428
¥11,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Surf City Inn and Suites

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Such an amazing price for the location!!! Super close to boardwalk and downtown we didn’t even have to drive anywhere! "
United States
Myles
The price is ¥13,399
¥15,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Torch Lite Inn

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean
6.6 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Great room, clean, lots of sunshine and a big balcony♡."
United States
Angela
The price is ¥11,369
¥16,348 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Hotel Solares

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
5.0 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Was an okay stay. Everything worked however they only had one towel and one hand towel in the room."
United States
Frances
The price is ¥10,987
¥13,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Motel Santa Cruz

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
The price is ¥15,407
¥17,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Ocean Gate Inn

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
23.7 km from Lower Ocean
7.4 out of 10, Good, (110 reviews)
"Great place, easy to find!"
United States
Jesus
The price is ¥9,913
¥11,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
ROYAL INN

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"national park and santa cruz boardwalk were close by and the staff were all so friendly, accomodating, and nice!"
United States
Jenna
The price is ¥13,711
¥15,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
21.5 km from Lower Ocean
6.6 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and nice staff"
United States
Anthony
The price is ¥10,992
¥13,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (341 reviews)
"Very nice has a full kitchen "
United States
Alissa
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Lower Ocean
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (977 reviews)
"clean room and friendly staff."
United States
Esmeralda
Seaside Inn & Suites

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Lower Ocean
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
shiana
The price is ¥10,987
¥14,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Beachview Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Lower Ocean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Good food as well as awesome staff. "
United States
Rayver
The price is ¥18,149
¥21,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.6 km from Lower Ocean
7.0 out of 10, Good, (631 reviews)
"Clean facity and room, quiet, friendly reception."
United States
Celia
The price is ¥14,211
¥16,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Comfort Inn Watsonville

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Lower Ocean
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great value, hidden gem. Disregard the older reviews the ownership has changed and the rooms have been remodeled. For the price you get all the basic amenities with an even greater location close to the tourist area of santa cruz "
United States
Jarod
The price is ¥10,409
¥12,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Lower Ocean
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The property for us os clean and simple. Could have used a chair or two with a small table. Staff is friendly. Shops and restaurants are close by, felt very safe. The worf and ocean are close by. Have stayed there several times."
United States
Galvin
The price is ¥9,925
¥13,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Lower Ocean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Air conditioning was top tier, would come again"
United States
Justin
The price is ¥15,714
¥19,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.9 km from Lower Ocean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,316 reviews)
"I loved my stay "
United States
Trice
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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Compare popular hotels in Lower Ocean

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi
Drift Inn
2.5 star property
8.4
Very Good
79 reviews
View
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
8.2
Very Good
880 reviews
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Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
1,001 reviews
View
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
795 reviews
View
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,008 reviews
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Where to stay in Lower Ocean

Find the best Lower Ocean 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 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.

Upper Seabright

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lower Ocean?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Lower Ocean's Lower Ocean neighborhood. Consider a visit to Ocean Street as part of your Lower Ocean travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Lower Ocean?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Aqua Pacific Hotel is a highly ranked property in Lower Ocean. This hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Drift Inn and Torch Lite Inn.
How many hotels will I find in Lower Ocean?
With 18 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Lower Ocean to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Lower Ocean area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Ocean, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Lower Ocean.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lower Ocean?
For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Lower Ocean, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Lower Ocean neighborhood?
Ocean Street is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Ocean. While you're out sightseeing, Pacific Garden Mall and Pacific Avenue are a couple of additional sights to visit in Lower Ocean.