Eastside Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Santa Cruz Harbor
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Pleasure Point Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Pleasure Point Park
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.5/5(2,013 reviews)

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Mystery Spot

4/5(639 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
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Santa Cruz Wharf

4.5/5(85 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
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Natural Bridges State Park

4.5/5(251 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Natural Bridges State Park during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Natural Bridges State Park

Things to do

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Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz

￥5,156
Per adult
Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz
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Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

￥58,924
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max
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Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

￥4,418
Per adult
Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour
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Santa Cruz: Sidecar Wine Tour with Guide and Wine Tasting

￥29,315
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz: Sidecar Wine Tour with Guide and Wine Tasting
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Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

￥2,593
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt
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Big Sur Private Charter from San Francisco by Luxury SUV 10 hrs

￥191,503
Per adult
Big Sur Private Charter from San Francisco by Luxury SUV 10 hrs
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Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is ￥11,804 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥11,804
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (439 reviews)
"Very clean, even though they’re under construction"

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2024

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is ￥30,479 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥30,479
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (435 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor BEACH Cottage ... small pet considered
Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor BEACH Cottage ... small pet considered
Santa Cruz
Stay at this cottage in Santa Cruz. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Santa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (264 reviews)
Quiet little retreat close to the beach
"I loved the location and house. It was exactly ss described. I did the local history museum, the Wharf, and the Monterey Bay Natural Marine Sanctuary. Ate dinner at the Crows Nest 5 min away. Great view, okay food. So much I didn't see though. I only wish I could stay longer."

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2024

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Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor BEACH Cottage ... small pet considered
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Santa Cruz
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (152 reviews)
Charming cottage
"Had a two month stay while my girlfriend and I were looking for housing. The accommodation was a perfect fit and in a great location. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024

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Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is ￥22,268 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
￥22,268
per night
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Lobby is beautiful, bed was so lumpy and shower pressure poor."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥18,928 per night from May 2 to May 3
￥18,928
per night
May 2 - May 3
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,040 reviews)
Outstanding Stay
"Outstanding stay! Super helpful people. Room was pristine & clean! Check in was a breeze. Room is well stocked (fridge, microwave. Iron, full size bottles of shampoo, conditioner and body soap (attached to wall)"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024

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Other neighborhoods around Eastside Santa Cruz

Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Upper Seabright
Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky

Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright
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Bananna Belt

While Bananna Belt isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bananna Belt
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Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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Downtown Santa Cruz

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Santa Cruz
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Carbonera Estates

While Carbonera Estates might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like DeLaveaga Golf Course and Pasatiempo Golf Course.

Carbonera Estates

Eastside Santa Cruz, CA