Westlake Travel Guide
Santa Cruz
Visit Westlake
Things to do

Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour

Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

Santa Cruz Ice Cream Tour 4 Stops Samples Full Scoops
Top hotels in Westlake

Chaminade Resort & Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Seaside Inn & Suites
"The bathroom wasn’t clean. I told the office, and someone was sent to clean it up. I went back when it was ready and checked the bathroom again, but it looked like they had cleaned it very quickly because the bathroom still wasn’t clean. I went and told the office, and we walked into the room. He ..."
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Marea Sol Hotel
"This place is absolutely amazing. Very clean room that was right next to the beach. Staff was amazing too."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Westlake

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.

Eastside Santa Cruz
Travellers come to Eastside Santa Cruz for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

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 Santa Cruz Main Beach.

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.












