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Our top choices for Santa Cruz motels

Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!"
United States
Roxana
The price is HK$866
HK$1,059 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Mission Inn
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location! Nice, clean and updated room with a great view. Very friendly and welcoming staff. We were able to park there before check in and for a few hours after check out which was very helpful. "
United States
Veronica
The price is HK$1,559
HK$1,781 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
shiana
The price is HK$666
HK$849 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Beachview Inn
Outdoor spa tub

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,316 reviews)
"I loved my stay "
United States
Trice
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (880 reviews)
"A nice place at a great price "
United States
David
The price is HK$437
HK$513 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (341 reviews)
"Very nice has a full kitchen "
United States
Alissa
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great value, hidden gem. Disregard the older reviews the ownership has changed and the rooms have been remodeled. For the price you get all the basic amenities with an even greater location close to the tourist area of santa cruz "
United States
Jarod
The price is HK$458
HK$531 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (79 reviews)
"Really close to boardwalk"
United States
Carmina
The price is HK$611
HK$684 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Drift Inn
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff was great!"
United States
Mark
The price is HK$464
HK$589 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Surf City Inn and Suites
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great room Great staff"
United States
James
The price is HK$471
HK$593 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Fountain

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This property is very nice the staff are excellent the location is excellent if you're looking for hanging out at the beach two blocks away would highly recommend staying at this resort I will stay there again when I go back to California in the future for sure"
United States
Yvette
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The property for us os clean and simple. Could have used a chair or two with a small table. Staff is friendly. Shops and restaurants are close by, felt very safe. The worf and ocean are close by. Have stayed there several times."
United States
Galvin
The price is HK$488
HK$667 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Such an amazing price for the location!!! Super close to boardwalk and downtown we didn’t even have to drive anywhere! "
United States
Myles
The price is HK$659
HK$764 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Torch Lite Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location near wharf. Within walking distance of many local sights of interest. "
United States
Janine
The price is HK$999
HK$1,144 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, very good room"
United States
Michael
The price is HK$634
HK$733 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Aqua Breeze Inn
Reception

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (584 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is HK$431
HK$539 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Capri Motel
Reception

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (190 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Donovan
The price is HK$548
HK$632 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
National 9 Santa Cruz
Lobby

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The place was clean but definitely there are a lot of thing that needs to be fixed or replace. "
United States
yeimy
The price is HK$683
HK$788 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Ecotours

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Was an okay stay. Everything worked however they only had one towel and one hand towel in the room."
United States
Frances
The price is HK$540
HK$676 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Motel Santa Cruz
Garden

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,704 reviews)
"Great area"
United States
Beth
The price is HK$433
HK$507 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
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Santa Cruz Motels information

Number of reviews
16,106
Accommodation
26 Motels
Lowest Price
HK$507
Highest Price
HK$1,781

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Cruz?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Santa Cruz. Top sights to visit include Monterey Bay.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Cruz?
Beach Street Inn and Suites: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, parking and terrace. Surf City Inn and Suites: A full-service spa, free WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Ocean Pacific Lodge: Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Mission Inn: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and University of California, Santa Cruz. Free breakfast and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and terrace.
How many motels are there in Santa Cruz?
You can select from 23 inexpensive motels in Santa Cruz.
What can I do in Santa Cruz?
In this walkable area, you can enjoy the entertainment choices and popular beaches while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Monterey Bay, Main Beach and Santa Cruz Main Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Lighthouse Point Park and Williams-Reynolds House. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Ocean Street, Pacific Avenue and Cowell's Beach.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Cruz?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What are my options for getting around Santa Cruz while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Cruz to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, look for flights into San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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