Westside Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz





Visit Westside Santa Cruz
Things to do

Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop

Ocean Safaris Whale Watching semi-private limited to 6 people max

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
Top hotels in Westside Santa Cruz

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Seaside Inn & Suites
"Excellent value for the very reasonable rate. They honored our request for downstairs rooms. Microwave, fridge, and a work desk were provided and the bed was comfortable."
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Ocean Pacific Lodge
"I like the location , the clean rooms, it was quiet, free parking, for the price you cant beat it, I will be going there in the near future"
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Marea Sol Hotel
"We had a great time and the staff were beyond great. Carpet in room was dirty but other than that the bathroom and beds were very clean and our experience was so good that we are going back for a Thanksgiving weekend"
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
"Gym very good Pool was not busy and well Maintained Velvet service for parking were helpful and always willing to offer advice on places to see/ eat"
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
"The hotel had a very quirky feel about it. From the outside of the building, it looks akin to a nightclub. The rooms were a decent size and tastefully decorated. Starbucks coffee pods were a nice treat. The pool & jacuzzi were first rate. The pool did get overtaken by children screeching and screaming ..."
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Westside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz
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.

Pleasure Point
While visiting Pleasure Point, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Pleasure Point Park.

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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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.

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














