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Our top choices for University of California, Santa Cruz hotels

1. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Paul
¥17,521
¥20,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Inn At Pasatiempo

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Bethany
¥22,211
¥25,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
5 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
daphanie
¥11,769
¥13,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Carousel Beach Inn

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Terry
¥14,721
¥18,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Mission Inn

5. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
10.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Cheryl
¥25,929
¥29,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Monarch Cove Inn

6. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Sean
¥8,104
¥12,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Seaside Inn & Suites

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Danielle
¥18,552
¥21,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Marea Sol Hotel

8. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
9.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Loretta
¥17,521
¥20,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

9. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
9.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jeff
¥35,808
¥49,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Inn at Depot Hill

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
4.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Dori
¥21,572
¥24,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

11. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Jess
¥10,225
¥13,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Beachview Inn

12. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
13.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Lee
¥19,699
¥22,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
4.4 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Ramiro
¥14,237
¥18,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Nathan
¥23,769
¥27,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Bertha
¥16,024
¥18,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Steve
¥17,249
¥20,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

17. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
7.4 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Delores F
¥19,494
¥22,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

18. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Marci
¥23,809
¥27,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Beach Street Inn and Suites

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
5.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Michelle Renee
¥12,296
¥14,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hitching Post Studios Inn

20. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
16.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
United States
Emma
¥45,502
¥63,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Seascape Beach Resort
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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Santa Cruz

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Property amenity
Inn At Pasatiempo
8.8
Excellent
1,007 reviews
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Business center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,344 reviews
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Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room
Carousel Beach Inn
9.0
Wonderful
62 reviews
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Front of property
Mission Inn
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room
Monarch Cove Inn
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"This, in my humble opinion, is the best place to stay in Santa Cruz. It’s DIRECTLY in the middle of town—it’s easy to get anywhere from the hotel. The property is adorable. The pool is great. The bar is open late and the food is good. The rooms are updated and super cute. Whenever friends come to see our daughter at UCSC, I always recommend it. We love it ."
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Staff and amenities are amazing! Such a welcomed addition to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Wharf area!"
David 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good
"Hot tub was nice"
Mateo 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good
"The Hotel is very nice, very close to the beach, Boardwalk etc. My only complaints are for the price we paid we got a small room with double bed, not very comfortable, no closet, no microwave! 😔 I guess we paid for the convience of being close to the beach."
Lydia 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
Justin 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Highly recommend/ This hotel was perfect- the view from the room of the beach was amazing/ the hotel staff was helpful & very friendly! They also have a fire pit looking out over the beach!! I WILL definitely return !!!"
Mary 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

8/10 Good
"Check in staff very helpful"
David 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice and cozy, well maintained and clean"
Rosa 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Inn At Pasatiempo
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. A bit small but that’s ok. Attentive staff easy check in and out. Only issue was A/C did not work. Room was at 73-75 during our stay"
Brad 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Other attractions near University of California, Santa Cruz

A church with a wooden door and a bell tower.

Mission Santa Cruz

8.2/10 (121 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.
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A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.

Ocean Street

8.6/10 (1,332 reviews)
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

8.4/10 (103 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Pasatiempo Golf Course

7.4/10 (99 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at Pasatiempo Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Scandinavian Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Scandinavian Cultural Center during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

7.0/10 (6 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
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Town Clock

6.8/10 (5 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Town Clock. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Santa Cruz?
University of California, Santa Cruz is located in an area that travelers like for its sporting events. You'll find 436 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Seaside Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz. Other good choices within 5 miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to University of California, Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 436 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from University of California, Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
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What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, University Terrace Dog Park, and Branciforte Dog Park.

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