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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,325 reviews)
"Will definitely return- great location, pet friendly, spacious room and helpful staff."
United States
Lara
The price is ¥14,239
¥18,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (887 reviews)
"A nice place at a great price "
United States
David
The price is ¥10,392
¥12,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
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, (1,005 reviews)
"Great value, hidden gem. Disregard the older reviews the ownership has changed and the rooms have been remodeled. For the price you get all the basic amenities with an even greater location close to the tourist area of santa cruz "
United States
Jarod
The price is ¥10,567
¥12,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!"
United States
Roxana
The price is ¥19,088
¥23,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Mission Inn

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 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 ¥11,096
¥14,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

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 ¥13,584
¥15,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Drift Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
shiana
The price is ¥11,061
¥14,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Beachview Inn

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (192 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Donovan
The price is ¥11,187
¥12,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
National 9 Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (349 reviews)
"Clean and close to Capitola and Santa Cruz. Would stay here again. "
United States
Dan
The price is ¥11,924
¥13,820 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (585 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is ¥9,589
¥11,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Capri Motel

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and the room was clean. Would stay there again."
United States
Conor
The price is ¥9,619
¥12,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 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 ¥13,448
¥15,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Torch Lite Inn

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 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 ¥31,802
¥36,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Beach Street Inn and Suites

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 ¥23,013
¥26,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

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 ¥20,576
¥23,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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 ¥52,996
¥59,820 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"perfect for last minute stay"
United States
Lindsay
The price is ¥12,815
¥15,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Surf City Inn and Suites

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, very good room"
United States
Michael
The price is ¥12,943
¥14,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Aqua Breeze Inn

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, (1,000 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 ¥13,935
¥16,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

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 ¥12,664
¥15,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Motel Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz Motels information

Number of reviews
16,077
Accommodation
19 Motels
Lowest Price
¥11,898
Highest Price
¥59,820

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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.
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. Mission Inn: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free breakfast and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Fireside Inn Santa Cruz: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
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 popular beaches while you're sightseeing. Must-see local attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. 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 Boardwalk Bowl. Some historical places you might want to see include Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic 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.