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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,379 reviews)
"Very clean room, great parking and very friendly staff. "
United States
Samuel
The price is ¥12,521
¥16,451 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Ocean Pacific Lodge

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.7 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,287 reviews)
"Clean, close to pier and free breakfast would stay again "
United States
jose
The price is ¥27,144
¥31,106 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel Los Gatos

Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
28.4 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel quiet location"
United States
Russell
The price is ¥28,919
¥37,136 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Hotel Los Gatos

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 reviews)
"Will stay again. Great location!"
United States
Joshua
The price is ¥32,062
¥36,623 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
22.4 km from Downtown
6.6 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Location was convenient!"
United States
Eduardo
The price is ¥11,426
¥13,742 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.6 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (988 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay! Love this place, location, staff, breakfast, and their passion to tend to butterflies. We can’t wait to go back!"
United States
Adeline
The price is ¥29,954
¥34,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Monarch Cove Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
23.8 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice stay in a very clean room. Staff was very friendly and helpful. For the price point this hotel could not be beat."
United States
Brad
The price is ¥19,813
¥22,880 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Great place to stay while I worked in the area. "
United States
Trevor
The price is ¥17,254
¥20,769 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos
2.5 star property
29 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Cozy and tucked away from traffic and busy - but also very conveniently located for our purposes. Good value and comfortable."
United States
Lael
The price is ¥26,516
¥29,698 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Best Western The Inn Of Los Gatos

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The stay was nice "
United States
Michelle
The price is ¥18,561
¥27,873 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Chaminade Resort & Spa

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly staff "
United States
Jasmine
The price is ¥11,775
¥13,667 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
5.7 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location- super friendly staff "
United States
Lisa
The price is ¥19,798
¥22,823 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (967 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay, beautiful property and wonderful staff"
Canada
Miky
The price is ¥47,315
¥63,895 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Seascape Beach Resort

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast and jacuzzi rooms were amaaing "
United States
Monica
The price is ¥21,205
¥24,401 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is ¥35,797
¥40,741 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
22.6 km from Downtown
7.0 out of 10, Good, (638 reviews)
"There are no frills but a clean comfortable room with a helpful staff. The hoyel is close to everything and quiet."
United States
Julie
The price is ¥16,804
¥19,487 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Comfort Inn Watsonville

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
28.2 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel with nice rooms in a really fun location. Special shoutout to McKenzie for being extra helpful with my million questions and requests"
United States
Ryan Alexander
The price is ¥29,513
¥39,273 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Toll House Hotel Los Gatos

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7.5 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,299 reviews)
"Very clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Anthony
The price is ¥19,871
¥22,747 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, beds very comfy, staff friendly."
United States
Edwin
The price is ¥14,328
¥17,819 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Mission Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean snd very good food"
United States
Noemi
The price is ¥19,205
¥22,198 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travelers to the Downtown neighborhood in Santa Cruz will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House as part of your Downtown travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown?
For your stay in Downtown, Ocean Pacific Lodge is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Downtown.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown?
For additional details about updating your trip to Downtown or cancelling it, click here.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown are Pacific Avenue and Williams-Reynolds House. When you're sightseeing in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pacific Garden Mall are also worth a stop.