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Our top choices for Westside Santa Cruz hotels

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,350 reviews)
"Great location, very clean property and friendly staff"
United States
Frank
The price is ￥21,455
￥24,738 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
The price is ￥21,366
￥24,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,272 reviews)
"Great stay,"
United States
Steve
The price is ￥20,161
￥23,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

4. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,545 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥12,716
￥16,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

5. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
KimLien
The price is ￥16,051
￥19,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Inn
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (115 reviews)
"The staff was super helpful and the inn was clean. Location was perfect! The beds were comfortable! Overall great stay!"
United States
Carmen
The price is ￥12,540
￥14,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Carousel Beach Inn
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,177 reviews)
"Great hotel close to boardwalk"
United States
jessika
The price is ￥21,449
￥24,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

8. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great location."
United States
Michael
The price is ￥10,271
￥13,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Beachview Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

9. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,328 reviews)
"nice hotel and staff, excellent location,"
United States
Bertha
The price is ￥14,789
￥17,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
United States
Natalya
The price is ￥19,198
￥22,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

11. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,037 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is ￥42,719
￥48,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

12. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,128 reviews)
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
United States
Justin
The price is ￥8,465
￥12,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Seaside Inn & Suites
A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

13. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Corinne
The price is ￥23,019
￥26,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Beach Street Inn and Suites
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

14. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,627 reviews)
"Great Location"
United States
Lisa
The price is ￥18,756
￥21,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Marea Sol Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.

15. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,223 reviews)
"Close proximity to the boardwalk."
United States
Lorena
The price is ￥10,056
￥12,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Surf City Inn and Suites
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,344 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brooke
The price is ￥22,791
￥26,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

17. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff, they have plenty of parking."
United States
SONIA ARACELI MATA
The price is ￥9,154
￥13,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

18. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (949 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is ￥15,669
￥18,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Pacific Blue Inn
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

19. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (301 reviews)
"Love it , will be back soon"
United States
Roxanna
The price is ￥21,762
￥25,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Seaway Inn
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

20. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (157 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
John
The price is ￥11,110
￥12,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Drift Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Westside Santa Cruz

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,350 reviews
View
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
301 reviews
View
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,014 reviews
View
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
710 reviews
View
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View

Where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

Find the best Westside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Westside Santa Cruz
Learn more about Westside Santa Cruz
A white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and people.
Photo by Ian Durant
Open Photo by Ian Durant

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.

A crowded beach with numerous boats and people.

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.

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

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.

A beach with people playing and walking.
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

Upper Seabright

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

Top Westside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."
Leslie 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is Westside Santa Cruz like?
Westside Santa Cruz is a welcoming neighborhood known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. Experience the best of Westside Santa Cruz with a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay during your trip.
Where is the best place to stay in Westside Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveler data, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Westside Santa Cruz. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Seaside Inn & Suites.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Westside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodations in Westside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Westside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Westside Santa Cruz.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Westside Santa Cruz?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Westside Santa Cruz, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this Santa Cruz neighborhood?
Explore Westside Santa Cruz's landmarks like Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and learn about the local history. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Neary Lagoon Park, Pacific Avenue, and Pacific Garden Mall are just a few of the places to visit in and around Westside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing and Mission Santa Cruz are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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