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Our top choices for Santa Cruz motels

Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
The price is ￥10,032
￥13,339 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Beachview Inn
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (375 reviews)
"Older yet well taken care of facilities, very comfortable"
United States
James
The price is ￥11,698
￥13,562 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,023 reviews)
"Great place to stay for my son and I. Thanks "
United States
joseph
The price is ￥9,332
￥12,888 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Exterior

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,013 reviews)
"Close to all the fun places and good food ❤️‍🔥"
United States
Bill
The price is ￥10,375
￥12,080 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,395 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥14,143
￥18,307 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location. I’d stay here again!"
United States
anika
The price is ￥16,050
￥19,777 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Mission Inn
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (942 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥9,607
￥11,220 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (86 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!"
United States
Romualdo
The price is ￥11,979
￥13,417 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Drift Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,013 reviews)
"Great location and the room was clean. Would stay there again."
United States
Conor
The price is ￥10,384
￥13,035 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Reception

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (598 reviews)
"Everything was great, friendly staff"
United States
Tanya
The price is ￥9,524
￥11,818 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Capri Motel
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,047 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Madjid
The price is ￥9,728
￥12,292 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Surf City Inn and Suites
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect little location for kids or adults"
United States
Kelli
The price is ￥14,459
￥16,654 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Aqua Breeze Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

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)
"Always stay here Has a pool Walk to the Boardwalk Upstairs patio Not far from shop food gas And always clean!"
United States
Maria
The price is ￥12,858
￥14,861 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The women in front desk is wonderfully awesome. Will definetely come back here and reconnend this place to my family and friend"
United States
Mariagrace
The price is ￥11,857
￥13,796 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Torch Lite Inn
Exterior

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (627 reviews)
"I've stayed in better motel 6 for cheaper. Other then pricing and cleanliness, over all it was ok. Nice and quiet. Small areas for parking spaces (limited)."
United States
Heriberto Luis
The price is ￥14,128
￥16,284 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
Reception

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (214 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Donovan
The price is ￥11,112
￥12,803 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
National 9 Santa Cruz
Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice ocean view, breakfast was ok, huge hot tub was very nice"
United States
Steve
The price is ￥24,152
￥27,567 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Front of property

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location! "
United States
Wendy
The price is ￥29,860
￥34,161 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Ecotours

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was a minimal hotel good for an overnight stay. The management, staff and parking was all great! I'd recommend it for the budget and limited amenities. "
United States
Geneva
The price is ￥11,429
￥14,239 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Motel Santa Cruz
Garden

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,902 reviews)
"Great clean basic place to stay at a reasonable cost"
United States
Kristian
The price is ￥9,999
￥11,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Parking"
Bella 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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Santa Cruz Motels information

Number of reviews
18,043
Accommodation
26 Motels
Lowest Price
￥11,220
Highest Price
￥34,161

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?
Ocean Pacific Lodge: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Surf City Inn and Suites: A full-service spa, free WiFi, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and terrace. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Free WiFi and free parking 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: Santa Cruz Main Beach, University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, and Seabright Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Boardwalk Bowl, 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.