Lower Ocean, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Lower Ocean

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Was a nice place to stay for my folks on vacation
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Continental Inn
The room was very clean and had lots of nice finishing touches
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Surf City Inn and Suites
The only issue we had was the second tv wasnt working properly
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Boardwalk Beach House
Location a little sketchy with several undesirable type motels very close. Noisy neighborhood at night.Convenient location to beach/boardwalk.Listing said onsite parking but there isn’t any.The carpet was damp,soiled and smelled musty. The sofa has stains. The pillows are old and stained! (Glad we ...
Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

Fern River Resort
The cabin was very very cozy. In the parking was great. I absolutely love this place.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.
Perfect home for big families. Well stocked and clean. Beautiful location. Host was very informative on the workings of the house. The layout of the house is a bit odd, but it worked for our group of 10. Space for everyone.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk as part of your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Mystery Spot
Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Natural Bridges State Park
You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Ocean Street
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Pacific Avenue
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Capitola Beach
- University of California
- Silicon Valley
- Mystery Spot
- Natural Bridges State Park
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- La Selva Beach
- Seacliff State Beach
- Mount Madonna Center
- Ano Nuevo State Park
- Pasatiempo Golf Course
- Seascape Golf Club




