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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is HK$784
HK$1,388 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (601 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is HK$1,914
HK$2,586 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,040 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is HK$1,874
HK$2,135 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,364 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is HK$933
HK$1,080 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

5. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Very convenient to the boardwalk and downtown."
United States
Marlene
The price is HK$785
HK$906 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Edgewater Beach Inn
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

6. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is HK$981
HK$1,133 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Seaway Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,654 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is HK$840
HK$975 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

8. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is HK$1,294
HK$1,482 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is HK$1,051
HK$1,212 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

10. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is HK$764
HK$894 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (962 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is HK$698
HK$835 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Pacific Blue Inn
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,552 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is HK$581
HK$765 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Ocean Pacific Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,364 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is HK$925
HK$1,071 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

14. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,355 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is HK$621
HK$723 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,302 reviews)
"Would stay again. Amazing staff."
United States
Sarika
The price is HK$988
HK$1,141 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,188 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is HK$860
HK$997 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

17. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Buffet breakfast was amazing. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Tonya
The price is HK$981
HK$1,131 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

18. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (496 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is HK$600
HK$695 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,031 reviews)
"Great place to staying!"
United States
LI
The price is HK$549
HK$684 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

20. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,284 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is HK$840
HK$1,281 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
21 reviews
View
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
601 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,040 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,364 reviews
View
A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
75 reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is located in a walkable area of Lower Seabright known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 239 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Other good choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?

Expedia has 239 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.

What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.