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A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.

A bar area with a curved granite countertop, multiple bar stools, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.

1. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

2.8 km from Mystery Spot

Christopher

HK$953

HK$1,093 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

2. Inn At Pasatiempo

2.6 km from Mystery Spot

Paul

HK$934

HK$1,074 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A man and a woman standing in a hallway with a patterned floor and a staircase with geometric designs.

3. Chaminade Resort & Spa

2.8 km from Mystery Spot

SERGIO

HK$1,249

HK$1,792 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

4. Inn at Depot Hill

6.6 km from Mystery Spot

Joseph

HK$1,624

HK$2,292 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

6.2 km from Mystery Spot

William

HK$1,127

HK$1,296 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

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

6.1 km from Mystery Spot

Michael

HK$921

HK$1,064 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

7. Seascape Beach Resort

13.4 km from Mystery Spot

Haleh

HK$1,905

HK$2,765 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

8. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9.2 km from Mystery Spot

Michael

HK$830

HK$964 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

9. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

5.8 km from Mystery Spot

Steven

HK$794

HK$916 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

A modern interior with a living area, kitchen, and large windows overlooking the sea.

A row of terracotta buildings with balconies, each with a small staircase leading to the entrance.

A coastal scene with buildings along the shore, a sandy beach, and a sunset.

10. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

6.7 km from Mystery Spot

Elyse

HK$1,653

HK$1,887 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

11. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot

Grant

HK$629

HK$727 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

A motel sign with a neon 'NO VACANCY' message.

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder on one side, surrounded by a concrete deck.

12. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Mystery Spot

John

HK$549

HK$633 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Mystery Spot

Steve

HK$997

HK$1,151 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

14. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 7.3 km from Mystery Spot

Erin

HK$719

HK$895 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

15. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.1 km from Mystery Spot

Sherlyn

HK$911

HK$1,055 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

A spacious living area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing natural light.

A Best Western Plus Inn with a modern design, including a covered entrance and a landscaped area in front.

16. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

5.1 km from Mystery Spot

Robin

HK$822

HK$940 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, a framed picture, a chair, and a window.

A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.

17. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Mystery Spot

Irinea

HK$589

HK$729 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

18. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 7.5 km from Mystery Spot

Ingrid

HK$894

HK$1,037 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

19. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Mystery Spot

Carlos

HK$487

HK$696 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

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.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

20. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.8 km from Mystery Spot

Shawna

HK$803

HK$1,048 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Mystery Spot

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley	8.4 Very good 1,340 reviews	View
Inn At Pasatiempo	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Chaminade Resort & Spa	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Inn at Depot Hill	9.6 Exceptional 769 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Mystery Spot Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent

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National 9 Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"All the staff were outstanding! The hotel and my room were spotless. I was able to do laundry. The breakfast was the best hotel breakfast I've ever had. Valet was friendly, knowledgeable, and made great recommendations for travel, dining, and entertainment. This location was a last minute decision and what a great decision it was. The hotel was very suitable for kids. I highly recommend this Hyatt location!"

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Pool is amazing ! Staff amazing !! Food excellent Only thing was the ac was just ok so the room felt alittle humid, but we propped the door open for some fresh air and it went away !! Rooms are small but not to small and it’s the perfect location. Everything felt safe and secure"

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

10/10 Excellent

"It was comfortable and cozy. Just right for me."

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent

"Check-in was remarkably simple!"

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

8/10 Good

"Overall, we had a great stay at the hotel. The staff is very helpful and friendly. We had a quick and easy check-in. Facility is a great venue for socializing and enjoying the outdoor patio and fireplace with live entertainment. The food is decent. We also enjoyed the coffee and tea bar. The only negative was a few issues with the facility maintenance, including lukewarm or no hot water, hard to turn sink faucet and loud banging door to our room and broken curtain slide."

5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090

10/10 Excellent

"It was a beautiful home! I just wished we have more than one night to appreciate it more."

Soquel Villa - 180 views of Monterey Bay w/ infinity pool, spa & movie theater

10/10 Excellent

"The property is literally just as beautiful as the pictures. They are adding on another covered patio party structure that will be so cool when complete. Also, the communication is just as good as described in all the other posts. The whole thing was a breeze. It wasn’t super hot weather so we opted to heat the pool during the day and then some of the group went in the spa in the evening while the rest of us sat by the fire. So relaxing! The only thing I will add for future renters- there is no ice maker in the fridge. There is a smaller one in the bar fridge but if you have a big group and need more ice, plan to get some bags to keep in the freezer. Also, there are a LOT of stairs. Both between the first floor, second floor and drop in living area and kitchen, and then again through various levels outside. This isn’t so bad except we brought our 89 year old parents and they had a little trouble. Just a heads up for older guests or someone that needs assistance. Overall the place was such a treat and we had a really great time. Thanks Matt!"

Other attractions near Mystery Spot

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 search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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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 visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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DeLaveaga Golf Course

Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at DeLaveaga Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling 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 cycling 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 cycling trails.

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Poetic Cellars Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Poetic Cellars Winery during your travels to Soquel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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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 Mystery Spot?

Mystery Spot is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 592 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Mystery Spot?

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Mystery Spot. Other good choices within 5 miles include Chaminade Resort & Spa and Light-Filled Redwood Cottage with Clawfoot Tub.

How many hotels are there close to Mystery Spot?

Expedia has 592 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mystery Spot.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mystery Spot, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Mystery Spot.

What can I see and do near Mystery Spot?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Williams-Reynolds House and Felton Covered Bridge Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Branciforte Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Mystery Spot hotels

1. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

2. Inn At Pasatiempo

3. Chaminade Resort & Spa

4. Inn at Depot Hill

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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

7. Seascape Beach Resort

8. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

11. Hitching Post Studios Inn

12. National 9 Santa Cruz

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

14. Mission Inn

15. Marea Sol Hotel

16. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

17. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

18. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

19. Seaside Inn & Suites

20. Rio Vista Suites

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Top Mystery Spot Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

National 9 Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090

Soquel Villa - 180 views of Monterey Bay w/ infinity pool, spa & movie theater

Other attractions near Mystery Spot

Ocean Street

Mission Santa Cruz

DeLaveaga Golf Course

Pasatiempo Golf Course

Scandinavian Cultural Center

Poetic Cellars Winery

Town Clock

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