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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, (1002)
"Fantasic room, comfy beds, very clean!"
United States
Linda
The price is ¥17,066
¥19,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Inn At Pasatiempo

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, (1001)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ¥18,006
¥20,852 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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, (1276)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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, (1244)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is ¥18,253
¥21,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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, (1001)
"The breakfast was fantastic! The rooms were clean and the staff was very attentive."
United States
Greg
The price is ¥17,066
¥19,764 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
4.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
United States
Diane
The price is ¥12,541
¥15,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Mission Inn

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, (928)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites

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, (621)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is ¥15,920
¥18,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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, (1168)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is ¥19,415
¥22,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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, (1161)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is ¥17,066
¥19,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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, (1327)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is ¥18,178
¥21,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Marea Sol Hotel

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, (1190)
"Clean rm, good location, and good breakfast"
United States
Michelle
The price is ¥16,596
¥19,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
3.2 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (600)
"clean room, friendly staff, nice breakfast."
United States
William
The price is ¥16,690
¥19,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

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, (1001)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is ¥19,571
¥22,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1040)
"Great location, friendly staff."
United States
Biswajit
The price is ¥17,066
¥19,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
4.7 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (466)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ¥13,152
¥17,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Fern River Resort

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
4.9 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is ¥30,860
¥35,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
5.1 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1241)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is ¥13,994
¥16,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
4.8 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Friendly staff, great location, and nice rooms."
United States
Robert
The price is ¥20,089
¥24,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Seaway Inn

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, (1183)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is ¥13,906
¥21,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Casablanca On The Beach
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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 386 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 386 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, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Lighthouse Point Park, and Felton Covered Bridge Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, University Terrace Dog Park, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.

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