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Our top choices for University of California, Santa Cruz hotels

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Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
" Lean room friendly staff comfy beds excellent restaurant. "
United States
Shana
The price is ￥17,009
￥19,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Inn At Pasatiempo
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
4.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, the staff was outstanding. "
United States
Wallace
The price is ￥19,818
￥22,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (961 reviews)
"Room was really nice and the location is perfect"
United States
Athena
Seaside Inn & Suites
Outdoor spa tub

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
4.4 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,304 reviews)
"Great place to stay everytime!!"
United States
Sandra
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was perfect, very cute and clean, super nice staff and great location. Will stay here again."
United States
sophie
The price is ￥15,337
￥18,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Mission Inn
Business center

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,254 reviews)
"Roomy with a solid breakfast and really close to the water. "
United States
Zachary
The price is ￥19,764
￥22,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,202 reviews)
"Room was spacious and comfortable. Location made it easy to get to and from amazing sites, and breakfast fueled our day! Definitely would stay again! "
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥16,713
￥19,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Beach House Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful room, kind staff, and a gorgeous beach view."
United States
Alyssa
The price is ￥17,009
￥19,731 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
3.9 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,223 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
Malcolm
The price is ￥17,790
￥20,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Terrace/patio

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
4.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff are nice and hot breakfast is good."
United States
Wilson
The price is ￥19,038
￥21,970 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,406 reviews)
"Great location and amazing hotel"
United States
Julie
The price is ￥18,117
￥20,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (639 reviews)
"Easy to book last minute, comfy and spacious room and pet friendly. The continental breakfast was great."
United States
Alexandra
The price is ￥17,022
￥19,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥17,314
￥20,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Seaway Inn
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"Staff and amenities are excellent. Will definitely stay again. "
United States
Sunayana
The price is ￥37,833
￥51,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Lobby

Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Super clean and spacious room. Would stay here again. The only downside was traffic noise in the area."
United States
Angela
The price is ￥12,359
￥14,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Best Western Inn
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,184 reviews)
"very nice room, nice staff "
United States
Neil
The price is ￥15,881
￥23,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Casablanca On The Beach
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,181 reviews)
"It was clean and front desk person was awesome. "
United States
Jesus
The price is ￥17,634
￥22,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
5.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (334 reviews)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
4.5 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (869 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is ￥9,586
￥11,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
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
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great room Great staff"
United States
James
The price is ￥8,991
￥11,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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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
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
View
Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
961 reviews
View
Outdoor spa tub
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,304 reviews
View
Front of property
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Super clean room, normal free breakfast. But pancake maker was cool! 3nd floor was being remodeled but noise level was low. Thanks. "
Sheila 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Hotels near other University of California, Santa Cruz attractions

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Ocean Street

4.2/5 (453 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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Exterior of the chapel and bell tower at Mission Santa Cruz. Mission Santa Cruz was a Spanish mission founded by the Franciscan order in 1791 as the 12th california mission.

Mission Santa Cruz

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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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 400 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?
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz. Other good choices within 5 miles include Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to University of California, Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 396 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?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near University of California, Santa Cruz.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of California, Santa Cruz?
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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, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, and Williams-Reynolds House 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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