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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Devin
￥49,634
￥64,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Jiexin
￥31,145
￥35,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

3. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Tasia
￥11,266
￥15,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Ocean Pacific Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

4. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
cindy
￥20,859
￥24,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.
A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

5. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Scott
￥13,540
￥15,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Edgewater Beach Inn
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

6. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Myla
￥16,309
￥18,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Seaway Inn
An outdoor seating area with chairs and tables, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.
A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

7. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Johnnie
￥13,827
￥22,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Casablanca On The Beach
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.
A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.

8. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
United States
Brandall
￥18,112
￥20,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A hotel sign with a logo and name, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a stone wall.
A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.
A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.

9. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Herman
￥9,643
￥13,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

10. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz
United States
Julia
￥12,839
￥24,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Love love love this place!"
Charles 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Jake at the front desk was very nice and professvery."
Rosie 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Love the ocean Pacific Lodge that’s our go to place to stay in Santa Cruz. We go there quite often. The staff is very friendly. It’s super clean. Love the pool. Hopefully we’ll be back in December."
erin 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers 3 restaurants and a full-service spa for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet's trip include Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley and Casablanca On The Beach.
How many hotels that welcome pets should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Frolic with your furry friend at one of Expedia's 54 pet-friendly Santa Cruz hotels or accommodations.
What's the best time of year to travel to Santa Cruz with my pet?
When you travel with your pet, keeping tabs on the weather can make the trip safe and fun for everyone. 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 Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do with your pet in Santa Cruz?
Known for its sports, Santa Cruz has lots to offer visitors including its seaside, entertainment, and hiking trails. See the local sights and visit top attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. While you're there, make sure you don't miss Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue.

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