Westlake, CA
Santa Cruz
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.
Santa Cruz Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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.
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
Westlake Hotel Deals
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Staff was amazing, beds were so comfortable and place was clean.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
wonderful place to stay you won’t regret it go for the cloud room it’s worth it !!
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Room was great! We had a suite. The front desk was a sweetheart! We love this spot.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods.
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Very normal hotel, staff was very friendly, breakfast was fresh. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Marea Sol Hotel
Wonderful staff! Katrina, specifically, was phemomenal. She gave great recommendations and had a infectious, welcoming vibe! Rooms were clean, beautiful, comfortable, and fantastic views.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Westlake
Harvey West
While there might not be top attractions in Harvey West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ocean Street and Mission Santa Cruz.
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.
Nobel
While Nobel might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and Natural Bridges State Park.
Mission Hill
While visiting Mission Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Santa Cruz
Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.
Westlake, CA
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Capitola Beach
- Silicon Valley
- Mystery Spot
- University of California
- Natural Bridges State Park
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- La Selva Beach
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Ano Nuevo State Park
- Mount Madonna Center
- Seacliff State Beach
- Seascape Golf Club
- Hakone Gardens
- Pasatiempo Golf Course
