The Best Hotels Closest to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz - 2026 Updated Prices

Q: What's the area like around Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 158 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Q: What's the best place to stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Adjacent to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Dream Inn Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Casablanca On The Beach .

Q: How many hotels can I expect to find close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Expedia has 158 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Q: If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation'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 get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Q: What can I see and do near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum or Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park.

Our top choices for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center hotels

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Allison

Rp6.338.734 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Derek Smith

Rp4.445.007 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Wendy

Rp3.764.878 total

includes taxes & fees

19 May - 20 May

Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Lamar

Rp3.085.803 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Kateryna

Rp3.468.897 total

includes taxes & fees

19 May - 20 May

Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Angel

Rp2.720.496 total

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Rosa

Rp2.023.831 total

includes taxes & fees

19 May - 20 May

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Nicole

Rp2.029.555 total

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Larissa

Rp3.133.186 total

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

anika

Rp2.192.410 total

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

Superior King + Beach View | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Dina

Rp4.271.165 total

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Kevin

Rp3.099.184 total

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Kelly

Rp2.647.114 total

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Alexis

Rp3.212.158 total

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Rigoberto

Rp2.067.120 total

includes taxes & fees

28 May - 29 May

Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Amelia

Rp1.790.143 total

includes taxes & fees

19 May - 20 May

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Darren

Rp3.192.414 total

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Camila

Rp2.832.238 total

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Sunyoung

Rp1.676.993 total

includes taxes & fees

21 May - 22 May

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

joel

Rp2.481.668 total

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

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Compare popular hotels close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 280 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 210 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,303 reviews	View

Top Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

4/10 Poor

"Room was clean enough but everything was super run down looking. The door had run a path in the wood/laminate floors. Dressers had new stone tops but they were not secured. Lights did not work consistently, mattress base was ripped and tattered, shower grout was black and orange with sediment all over, shower head was caked in sediment, shower head was on an adjustable pole and would not stay in place. Bathroom mirror was a thin peice of mirror barely hanging on the wall with an uncentered unsecured glass shelf under it that sat above an old and abused vanity that has scratches all over it and wood filler and exposed wood on one side like it had been chewed on by an animal or something The property boasted a court yard for gathering and it was the sadest weed covered cement area with a beat up corn hole game and broken furniture I’ve ever seen. Our TV only had a few channels and could connect to Netflix but it was google TV that hadn’t been updated probably since it’s purchase years ago so it kept clitching and pausing and not responding to the remote. The only positive thing about this place was the proximity to the beach. Being right across from the beach and boardwalk was why we chose the property but next time I’ll send a little more and stay someone that actually take pride in the appearance and functionally of the rooms they offer."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

6/10 Okay

"Booked two ocean view rooms on the third floor. The hotel has a strict policy of 10pm quiet time and it’s for this exact reason I did not book on the beach. First night 11:00pm right outside our room next to the fire pit was a group of people being very loud. They eventually left but returned at 3am to be even louder. (Staff was notified both times) Second night: Elevator broke so that left us having to go up and down stairs with kids and all of our beach gear. Third night: wanted to enjoy the fire pit myself but there was zero propane. Went to let the front desk know and they had zero access to full tanks and said it was the maintenance persons fault for not checking the tank.I don’t understand why the front desk has no access to spare full tanks. The pros of this hotel is it’s clean. The pool is only 3 feet deep so it’s nice to relax, and the breakfast they offer is great. The parking is also safe and locked with access to an elevator to make things easy to unload/load your vehicle. "

Seaway Inn

4/10 Poor

"Where they placed us, we were by people yelling all night even though we were told it's quiet hours after 10pm. They didn't clear out our refrigerator after the previous guest. My mom's room didn't have a deadlock. So it felt very unsafe. Overall would most likely never stay here again. When we expressed this to the staff they said they could offer us a late check in (we were already leaving) and free parking for the rest of the day. The parking was already free. Just overall disappointing considering I took my mom here for her birthday so she could relax and she didn't get to. "

Hotels near other Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center attractions

Santa Cruz Wharf

4.5/5 (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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 158 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Adjacent to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Dream Inn Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Casablanca On The Beach.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Expedia has 158 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation'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 get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

What can I see and do near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum or Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park.

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Our top choices for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center hotels

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Seaway Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Pacific Blue Inn

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Mission Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Casablanca On The Beach

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Rio Vista Suites

Beachview Inn

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Seaside Inn & Suites

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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Top Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Hotels near other Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center attractions

Santa Cruz Wharf

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