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Our top choices for University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum hotels

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (607 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is ￥42,376
￥56,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,369 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is ￥17,404
￥20,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

3. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is ￥19,062
￥22,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Seaway Inn
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is ￥13,053
￥16,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Mission Inn
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

5. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is ￥20,102
￥23,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a coffee maker, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (727 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥16,591
￥19,282 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

7. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is ￥26,190
￥30,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥16,729
￥19,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,658 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ￥16,923
￥19,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Marea Sol Hotel
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

10. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,554 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is ￥11,700
￥15,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is ￥14,126
￥16,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Pacific Blue Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,362 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is ￥18,729
￥21,680 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

13. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,357 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is ￥12,571
￥14,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,299 reviews)
"Great sized room."
United States
Josette
The price is ￥19,909
￥23,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

15. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Decent place to stay. Good location."
United States
ben
The price is ￥10,361
￥12,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

16. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,288 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is ￥16,999
￥25,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Casablanca On The Beach
A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

17. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Free parking, free refreshments in lobby, clean room, great smelling toiletries. Walking distance to beach and boardwalk, would definitely stay again."
United States
Reilly
The price is ￥13,985
￥18,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Rio Vista Suites
Two black chairs and a small table in a room with a carpeted floor and plain walls.

18. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (288 reviews)
"Great budget hotel. Clean and friendly/honest and good parking situation too"
United States
Guenn
The price is ￥11,061
￥12,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
National 9 Santa Cruz
A hotel room with two beds, a striped carpet, and a wooden headboard.

19. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"This is one of my favorite places to stay at Santa Cruz very clean and quiet in the front desk gal is very kind and friendly"
United States
WILLIAM
The price is ￥9,857
￥13,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Beachview Inn
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,032 reviews)
"Great place to staying!"
United States
LI
The price is ￥10,666
￥13,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
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Compare top hotels near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
View
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
View
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
View
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
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Exceptional
607 reviews
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Wonderful
1,369 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
328 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,014 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,009 reviews
The price is ￥42,376
￥56,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The price is ￥17,404
￥20,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The price is ￥19,062
￥22,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is ￥13,053
￥16,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
The price is ￥20,102
￥23,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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Top University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum Hotel Reviews

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

This hotel was amazing, clean, beautiful and in the perfect location. The restaurant food is delicious too. I will definitely come back.
United States
Cristina
Reviewed November 10, 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. Other good choices within 5 miles include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Seaside Inn & Suites.

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Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum.

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What can I see and do near University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, or Lighthouse Point Park. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Roaring Camp Railroads, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Enjoy the outdoors at Pleasure Point Park, University Terrace Dog Park, or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve.

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