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Our top choices for Santa Cruz cheap hotels

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1. Hotel Palacio Alcazar

Hotel Palacio Alcazar
4.0 star property
Historical Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (650 reviews)
"Fresh, smart boutique hotel steps from cathedral and palace on a quiet small plaza. Would book again."
United States
James
The price is ￥9,443
￥10,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel Palacio Alcazar
Lobby

2. Hotel Alcántara

Hotel Alcántara
2.0 star property
Historical Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (903 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and rooms were clean and comfortable. Great location. Pricey for what you get but worth it for a quick stay."
Canada
caroline
The price is ￥7,214
￥7,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hotel Alcántara
View from property

3. Hotel Murillo

Hotel Murillo
2.0 star property
Historical Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,034 reviews)
"Incredible place to stay. Excellent breakfast"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥8,065
￥8,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Hotel Murillo
Interior entrance

4. Hotel Goya

Hotel Goya
2.0 star property
Historical Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (727 reviews)
"Great location."
Canada
Wendy
The price is ￥6,709
￥7,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hotel Goya
Rooftop terrace

5. Hotel Boutique Elvira Plaza

Hotel Boutique Elvira Plaza
3.5 star property
Historical Center
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (246 reviews)
"Really great location, wonderful and helpful staff, great restaurants right outside the door. I changed rooms from the downstairs room to an upstairs (you hear every conversation, door open and close, the restaurant folks in the ground floor room) but the upstairs was great. A bit pricey, for sure, but a very comfortable stay on a lively plaza."
United States
Tab
The price is ￥10,374
￥11,411 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hotel Boutique Elvira Plaza
Reception

6. La Posada de los Venerables

La Posada de los Venerables
2.5 star property
Historical Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"The room was clean, the staff was helpful, and we loved the location."
United States
Katherine
The price is ￥9,054
￥9,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
La Posada de los Venerables
Terrace/patio

7. Suites Murillo Catedral

Suites Murillo Catedral
3.5 star property
Historical Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (720 reviews)
"Great suite, spacious and well decorated. Clean.great staff. Very close to all main locations"
Canada
Jalal
The price is ￥11,488
￥12,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Suites Murillo Catedral
Seasonal outdoor pool

8. Lukanda Hospec Olehousing

Lukanda Hospec Olehousing
3.0 star property
Historical Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"Such a nice place! Very unique and cool decoration and very well located, we loved it!"
United States
Laura
The price is ￥9,377
￥10,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Lukanda Hospec Olehousing
Double Room, Terrace | View from room

9. Hotel Un Patio en Santa Cruz

Hotel Un Patio en Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Historical Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (248 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, in old part of the city and quiet to but not far from everything you need to see."
United Kingdom
HANNAH
The price is ￥6,910
￥7,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Un Patio en Santa Cruz
Interior detail

10. Legado Alcázar Hotel

Legado Alcázar Hotel
4.0 star property
Historical Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel and amazing staff!"
Canada
Rebekah
The price is ￥15,188
￥16,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Legado Alcázar Hotel
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Doña Maria

Hotel Doña Maria

10/10 Excellent
"Roof top bar, pool and location are the reasons why this Hotel stands out"
Paul 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Doña Maria

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers on a budget?
Santa Cruz has a variety of cheap accommodations and things to do, making it a great vacation choice for budget-conscious travelers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Giralda Tower, General Archive of the Indies, and Murillo Gardens.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
Based on reviews, Hotel Murillo is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and laundry facilities. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Hotel Boutique Corral del Rey by ALUZ Collection and TOC Hostel Sevilla.
How many low cost hotels will I be able to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 12 hotels in Santa Cruz that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
What is there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz attracts visitors with its stunning cathedral and abundant cafes, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then make time for activities that cost very little. Enjoy the outdoors at Murillo Gardens and Maria Luisa Park, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Calle Sierpes.
How can I get to Santa Cruz and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Santa Cruz can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is San Pablo Airport (SVQ), 5.7 mi (9.1 km) away. Make your way to Puerta Jerez Tram Stop to catch metro.

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