Pleasure Point

Santa Cruz

Photo by Dori Vogel Cirrincione
Photo by Dori Vogel Cirrincione
Photo by Paul Steckler
Photo by Paul Steckler

Popular places to visit

Pleasure Point Park

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 cycling trails.

Pleasure Point Park
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(41 reviews)

Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Mystery Spot

Mystery Spot

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
Santa Cruz Wharf

Santa Cruz Wharf

5/5(1 review)

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 cycling trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Park

4/5(9 reviews)

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
Ocean Street

Ocean Street

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.

Ocean Street

Things to do

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

HK$228
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt
Secret Beach Location

Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz

HK$275
per traveller
Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

HK$1,091
per adult
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Humpback Whale Breaching

Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

HK$3,140
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max
Great White Shark at the surface

Great White Sharks Topside in Monterey Bay

HK$3,925
per adult
Great White Sharks Topside in Monterey Bay
Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories

Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories

HK$157
per adult
Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories
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Top hotels in Pleasure Point

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is HK$1,394 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
HK$1,394
HK$1,597 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"It was pretty good, I love the new simple Amenities they offer such as morning coffee and s’more’s for the kids. I wish they brought back the free little skate boards. I also like the little games they added to the lobby and on the pool side. Definitely love the new vibe they brought to the ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is HK$2,660 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
HK$2,660
HK$3,017 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff at Dream Inn were professional and kind. We are low maintenance guests and we really enjoyed the hotel. Room service was excellent."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is HK$1,641 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
HK$1,641
HK$1,873 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (853 reviews)
"They need more staff at the restaurant."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 out of 5
1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is HK$1,098 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
HK$1,098
HK$1,353 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,096 reviews)
"Comfortable and spacious. Clean and close to downtown shops, restaurants, and the wharf and beach"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is HK$1,194 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
HK$1,194
HK$1,361 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,136 reviews)
"Confused when checked in. We had the reservation start the day before (we had to change our arrival date). Because we went 3rd party there was nothing they can do. So, we got there the day after our reservation started (4:00 pm). And no room was ready. I literally spoke to someone the day before ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Seascape Beach Resort
Seascape Beach Resort
4 out of 5
One Seascape Resort Drive, Aptos, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$3,002 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
HK$3,002
HK$3,909 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free valet parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (715 reviews)
"An amazing place to visit with kids, we had a great family time."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Seascape Beach Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Pleasure Point

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Eastside Santa Cruz

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

Eastside Santa Cruz
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Seabright

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

Seabright
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Upper Seabright

While Upper Seabright isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

Upper Seabright
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Midtown

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midtown and surrounding area, you can visit Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street.

Midtown
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Bananna Belt

Bananna Belt might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bananna Belt
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Beach Hill - Beach Flats

While there might not be top attractions in Beach Hill - Beach Flats, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

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