Default HTG hotel image

Search Hotels Near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, Santa Cruz

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Tomorrow
17 Oct - 18 Oct
This weekend
16 Oct - 18 Oct
Next weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

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.
A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Julia
Rp1.300.505
Rp2.622.536 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.
A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Devin
Rp5.634.326
Rp7.325.960 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Jiexin
Rp3.528.681
Rp4.034.196 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.
A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

4. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Elizabeth
Rp1.533.929
Rp1.780.733 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Edgewater Beach Inn
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Frank
Rp2.267.415
Rp3.421.173 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.
A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

6. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Myla
Rp2.320.229
Rp2.678.289 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Grester
Rp2.134.622
Rp2.470.279 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.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Nova
Rp1.487.374
Rp1.753.647 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Sofia
Rp2.078.538
Rp2.407.237 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Tasia
Rp1.328.241
Rp1.766.816 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.
A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.
A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Sharon
Rp1.596.482
Rp1.909.679 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Brooke
Rp2.367.816
Rp2.731.911 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Jacob
Rp2.260.188
Rp2.611.159 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.
A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.

14. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Richard
Rp3.198.166
Rp3.657.286 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Alan
Rp1.707.698
Rp1.975.147 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
jessika
Rp2.195.611
Rp2.538.706 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.
A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

17. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Molly
Rp3.193.156
Rp3.651.675 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

18. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
vincent
Rp1.434.030
Rp1.658.928 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hitching Post Studios Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

19. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Johnnie
Rp1.569.575
Rp2.536.433 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.
A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.
A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.
A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.

20. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
United States
Shawna
Rp1.951.964
Rp2.525.934 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Rio Vista Suites
View all properties

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
9.8
Exceptional
18 reviews
View
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
9.6
Exceptional
566 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
9.4
Exceptional
1,042 reviews
View
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
Edgewater Beach Inn
9.4
Exceptional
58 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,355 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.267.415
Rp3.421.173 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.
A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp5.634.326
Rp7.325.960 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.078.538
Rp2.407.237 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.328.241
Rp1.766.816 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.487.374
Rp1.753.647 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp3.528.681
Rp4.034.196 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A room with two teal chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a potted plant on a wooden side table.
A patio with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and potted plants.
A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign for the Torch Late Inn, and a building with a stone facade.

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.402.752
Rp1.630.277 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Torch Lite Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.569.575
Rp2.536.433 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach

Top Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We had amazing family time! Short walk to the beach and many restaurants. Highly recommend!"
Chris 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Marea Sol Hotel
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel ! Great service , and great location !"
Nicole 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"Clean and the beds were comfortable. It was a little noisy"
Mojtaba 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
cindy 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was so nice and helpful definitely customer friendly!"
Jose 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Carousel Beach Inn
Continental Inn

Continental Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great Location- Super Clean room- Quiet - Convenient."
Antonio 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Continental Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"It would be nice if the rooms had a screen door for the balcony so we can leave it open all night"
Claudia 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"10 min walk to the boardwalk or to the downtown area. Clean rooms friendly staff"
Brian 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is highly recommended."
Richard 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.
Photo by Jie Ric

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 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.
See properties
A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Dawn Madden

Seabright Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seabright Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
See properties
A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
See properties

Santa Cruz Main Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
See properties

Sky Glider

Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
See properties

Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harbor Beach during your trip to Lower Seabright? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
See properties

Cocoanut Grove

Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
See properties

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
See properties

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.