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Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (462)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ￥13,001
￥16,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Fern River Resort
Reception
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1233)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is ￥13,833
￥16,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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, (1236)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥18,043
￥20,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1269)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥10,403
￥13,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Exterior
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is ￥13,327
￥15,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is ￥16,971
￥19,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1319)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is ￥17,969
￥20,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Marea Sol Hotel
Garden
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308)
"Clean, quiet and spacious room. It's not Hilton, but it is good value. A full kitchen with all appliances. Kitchen ware is available for $5. I will definitely be back."
United States
Roger
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Terrace/patio
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (573)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is ￥22,163
￥25,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1184)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is ￥13,010
￥20,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Casablanca On The Beach
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (616)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is ￥15,737
￥18,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"It was a great location and very quiet"
United States
carlos
The price is ￥16,251
￥18,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (145)
"The staff are always friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Miguel
The price is ￥17,099
￥20,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Seaway Inn
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is ￥9,905
￥13,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Beachview Inn
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1030)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Todd
The price is ￥15,730
￥18,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lobby
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
Scotts Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"It was a great stay , will stay there again "
United States
Jason
The price is ￥14,846
￥17,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is ￥14,486
￥17,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Mission Inn
Lobby
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
Scotts Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"everything was great, can’t wait to comeback "
United States
Xochitl
The price is ￥16,096
￥18,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Exterior
Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
Capitola
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (507)
"The staff was welcoming and friendly. We had early check in and the room was spotless. Everything is all decorated so nice. Breakfast was generous and delicious."
United States
Lisa
The price is ￥25,379
￥29,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Capitola Hotel
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful quiet rooms"
Teresa 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

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Santa Cruz Hostels information

Number of reviews
17,807
Accommodation
0 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥13,089
Highest Price
￥29,941

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Santa Cruz?
You may be able to find reasonable prices at these Santa Cruz accommodations, which have good reviews from our travelers: Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection - Located within a 5-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace at this hotel. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Dream Inn Santa Cruz - Located within a 20-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this motel. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley - Located within a 20-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Marea Sol Hotel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and an indoor pool at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Cruz?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
Generally, Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, sports, and surfing. Major attractions include Monterey Bay. Get out into nature with places like Main Beach, Santa Cruz Main Beach, and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. Cultural attractions include Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, and Lighthouse Point Park.
What's the best way to get to and around Santa Cruz while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Santa Cruz on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. An alternative is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away.

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