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Our top choices for Santa Cruz 4-star hotels

A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.
A modern hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring arched windows and a covered entrance area.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and built-in bookshelves.
A grand staircase with patterned tiles, wooden beams, and a skylight.

1. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
United States
Erica
￥26,545
￥37,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa
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 modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.
A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Elizabeth
￥40,769
￥54,483 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

3. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Brenda
￥25,132
￥28,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
A breakfast area with a large mural of a vineyard, wooden furniture, and a buffet with various food items.
A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.
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.

4. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
United States
Ma Luz
￥18,556
￥21,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Henry
￥42,007
￥47,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.
A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel named 'Bella Notte' with a sign displaying the address '21305.'

6. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz
United States
Andrea
￥18,061
￥30,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Bella Notte
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.
A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."
A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

7. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
Capitola
United States
Jeff
￥43,412
￥58,020 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Inn at Depot Hill
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Santa Cruz and related destinations

Surfers catch perfect waves at Steamer Lane while sea lions bark along the wooden boardwalk of the historic Beach Boardwalk. Redwoods tower over hiking trails in nearby state parks, offering cool shade before you head back for sunset bonfires.

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A colorful coastal town with a sandy beach and a calm sea.

Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Straightforward service & great amenities available."
Ma Luz 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. A bit small but that’s ok. Attentive staff easy check in and out. Only issue was A/C did not work. Room was at 73-75 during our stay"
Brad 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz?
Relax in 4-star hotel comfort at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection. Highly recommended by many of our guests, it offers a spa tub and concierge services. Also check out Dream Inn Santa Cruz. A resort and concierge services help make this escape another traveler favorite in Santa Cruz.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz?
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz?
If you choose to book a stay at a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz, you'll typically find lots of amenities to keep you comfortable, such as a gym, restaurant and pool. You can experience top-quality service and upmarket accommodations. Choose a 5-star hotel and you'll get a few extra perks — think around-the-clock concierge, on-site spas and indulgent turndown services. You're likely to get more amenities and first-rate services at a 5-star stay, but both are fabulous options for luxury guests.

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