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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,327 reviews)
"Clean, easy walking to food and beach, friendly staff. "
United States
Krista
The price is ¥14,226
¥18,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Ines
The price is ¥17,653
¥21,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Mission Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (899 reviews)
"10/10, will be booking here next time in Santa Cruz. "
United States
Lizeth
The price is ¥10,152
¥11,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location right by the waterfront only stayed one night. Second time at the motel so we knew what to expect. Rooms were renovated nicely and owners are quite nice. "
Canada
Graham
The price is ¥10,557
¥12,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and the room was clean. Would stay there again."
United States
Conor
The price is ¥9,200
¥11,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The property for us os clean and simple. Could have used a chair or two with a small table. Staff is friendly. Shops and restaurants are close by, felt very safe. The worf and ocean are close by. Have stayed there several times."
United States
Galvin
The price is ¥10,302
¥13,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (588 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is ¥9,261
¥11,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Capri Motel

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (350 reviews)
"Clean and close to Capitola and Santa Cruz. Would stay here again. "
United States
Dan
The price is ¥12,092
¥14,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was amazing! Parking was easy even though at an incline."
United States
Beverly
The price is ¥11,017
¥14,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Beachview Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (82 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!"
United States
Romualdo
The price is ¥14,211
¥15,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Drift Inn

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The rooms are always very clean and staff is very helpful. It's just a short walk to the beach which is a big plus. We have stayed there for the past 3 years, and it's always been great."
United States
Kathleen
The price is ¥22,992
¥26,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (618 reviews)
"I would stay here again very clean n great for the price "
United States
Marbella
The price is ¥13,412
¥15,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect location! Nice, clean and updated room with a great view. Very friendly and welcoming staff. We were able to park there before check in and for a few hours after check out which was very helpful. "
United States
Veronica
The price is ¥31,774
¥36,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location near wharf. Within walking distance of many local sights of interest. "
United States
Janine
The price is ¥19,679
¥22,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (194 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Donovan
The price is ¥11,975
¥13,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
National 9 Santa Cruz

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The location is amazing. Parking is easy and convenient. AC was nice and cold and the bed was really comfortable. Unbeatable price! "
Canada
Kris
The price is ¥12,931
¥14,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Aqua Breeze Inn

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,014 reviews)
"perfect for last minute stay"
United States
Lindsay
The price is ¥13,252
¥16,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Surf City Inn and Suites

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The place was clean but definitely there are a lot of thing that needs to be fixed or replace. "
United States
yeimy
The price is ¥13,923
¥16,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Such an amazing price for the location!!! Super close to boardwalk and downtown we didn’t even have to drive anywhere! "
United States
Myles
The price is ¥12,790
¥14,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Torch Lite Inn

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Had to switch rooms Smelled terrible Was dirty! Woke up multiple times because it was so loud. Cops arrived to hotel because there was issues happening in the hotel Horrible experience would not recommend "
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ¥11,496
¥14,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Motel Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz Motels information

Number of reviews
15,776
Accommodation
19 Motels
Lowest Price
¥11,530
Highest Price
¥36,312

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Cruz?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Santa Cruz has to offer. Top sights include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Cruz?
Beach Street Inn and Suites: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the free WiFi, parking, and terrace. Ocean Pacific Lodge: Free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Surf City Inn and Suites: Enjoy access to the full-service spa and free WiFi, as well as room amenities like a microwave. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Mission Inn: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi.
How many motels should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
You can select from 23 economical motels in Santa Cruz.
What can I do in Santa Cruz?
In this walkable area, you can enjoy the entertainment choices and scenic seaside while you're sightseeing. Must-see local attractions include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Main Beach, Santa Cruz Main Beach, and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Lighthouse Point Park, and Williams-Reynolds House.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Cruz?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Santa Cruz when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Cruz to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.