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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is HK$968
HK$1,106 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Bella Notte

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (381 reviews)
"Older yet well taken care of facilities, very comfortable"
United States
James
The price is HK$670
HK$773 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (603 reviews)
"I had a lovely 2 nights for a short getaway from regular life. The cottages were as described & perfect for me. Very clean property and helpful staff. Bonus grab & go breakfast! I very much enjoyed the quiet beach at the end of the path from the hotel. Hidden gem!"
United States
Kathleen
The price is HK$1,598
HK$1,822 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
17.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Really like the historic hotel "
United States
Ed
The price is HK$613
HK$710 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Loved the resort facilities, room and the View restaurant was amazing!"
United States
Kully
The price is HK$927
HK$1,392 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
4.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (993 reviews)
"Excellent location."
United States
Chris
The price is HK$1,496
HK$1,701 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Monarch Cove Inn

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (505 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is HK$904
HK$1,133 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Fern River Resort

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (215 reviews)
"Adorable hotel! The room was so cute. Close to the pier and boardwalk. Great price! "
United States
Lamar
The price is HK$1,297
HK$1,532 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Seaway Inn

Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
21.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
5.8 out of 10, (328 reviews)
"The staff are always nice, friendly and accommodating. I stay here when I’m in town at least every other month. Some of the rooms, the bed isn’t the most comfortable but some of the beds like the one I nose recently experienced were great. Always a pleasure. "
United States
Stacy
The price is HK$670
HK$773 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Valley Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Best motel in town"
United States
Adam B
The price is HK$1,162
HK$1,391 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Mission Inn

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
19.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (643 reviews)
"Room was very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was good."
United States
REGINALD
The price is HK$932
HK$1,077 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Comfort Inn Watsonville

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Always a beautiful and relaxing stay at the Dream Inn. "
United States
Catherine
The price is HK$2,030
HK$2,310 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location Clean and maintained Quiet Great breakfast"
United States
Jennifer
The price is HK$1,125
HK$1,293 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good breakfast and nice clean room Very quiet and pleasant"
United States
Mario
The price is HK$1,110
HK$1,278 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,297 reviews)
"Conveniently located near the boardwalk. Staff were friendly and helpful and the hotel is always clean."
United States
Gabriela
The price is HK$1,192
HK$1,370 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,296 reviews)
"Clean nice pool and yacuzzy nice bar"
United States
Laura
The price is HK$1,157
HK$1,319 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is HK$666
HK$850 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Beachview Inn

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
21.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (141 reviews)
"Great parking and location "
United States
Shawn
The price is HK$670
HK$750 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
ROYAL INN

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (922 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is HK$680
HK$813 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Pacific Blue Inn

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and rooms were clean and conveniently located."
United States
Bob
The price is HK$960
HK$1,148 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
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Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Westside Santa Cruz

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

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.

Downtown Santa Cruz

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.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like?
Eastside Santa Cruz is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Eastside Santa Cruz? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Based on our traveller data, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Bella Notte.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 222 hotels and other accommodation options in Eastside Santa Cruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Cruz area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Eastside Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Eastside Santa Cruz.
What are the top things to see and do in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Dip your toes in the water at Twin Lakes State Beach, Seabright Beach and Harbor Beach while you're in Eastside Santa Cruz. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Santa Cruz Harbor while you're in the neighbourhood. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Lincoln Beach and Sunny Cove Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Eastside Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Maria's Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Cruz.

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