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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

1. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (438 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet Was with my kids and felt safe"
United States
Melanie
The price is Rp2.017.462
Rp2.312.459 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hitching Post Studios Inn

2. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is Rp2.151.960
Rp3.575.840 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Bella Notte

3. 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, (614 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, pack a sweater or two"
United States
Jason
The price is Rp4.052.678
Rp4.614.319 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

4. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Patricia
The price is Rp2.402.394
Rp2.780.598 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Carousel Beach Inn

5. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!"
United States
Jessica
The price is Rp2.698.557
Rp3.113.018 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Edgewater Beach Inn

6. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,315 reviews)
"love staying here"
United States
Cecelia
The price is Rp1.994.150
Rp2.296.515 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,500 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
United States
Lawrence
The price is Rp1.839.926
Rp2.340.823 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ocean Pacific Lodge

8. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Room was clean and breakfast was amazing."
United States
Kate
The price is Rp2.880.936
Rp3.301.967 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

9. 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, (1,345 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and the location was amazing!"
United States
Bethany
The price is Rp3.185.797
Rp3.649.625 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10. 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, (1,017 reviews)
"Clen room and friendly staff."
United States
Jose
The price is Rp1.966.353
Rp2.261.494 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

11. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"We really enjoyed the pool, free breakfast, clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
Susana
The price is Rp2.761.682
Rp3.173.788 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

12. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room, nice restaurant, good location!!"
United States
Sandra
The price is Rp2.672.017
Rp3.057.039 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Inn At Pasatiempo

13. 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, (1,011 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable room, very helpful staff, great breakfast offered Bathroom very nice and clean"
United States
Aprille
The price is Rp3.033.367
Rp3.472.690 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

14. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family"
United States
Iram
The price is Rp2.819.247
Rp4.054.293 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Chaminade Resort & Spa

15. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,096 reviews)
"Had a great experience, room was clean and had all the basic amenities. Staff was super nice."
United States
Sean
The price is Rp1.436.433
Rp1.951.325 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites

16. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
4.5 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very charming old house on a beautiful point overlooking the bay covered in trees absolutely one of the most scenic places i have ever stayed."
United States
William
The price is Rp3.423.589
Rp3.893.613 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Monarch Cove Inn

17. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,320 reviews)
"Love this hotel! Beautiful accommodations, warm, friendly staff, awesome pool, very family friendly!"
United States
Brenda
The price is Rp3.030.677
Rp3.475.587 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

18. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, plenty of parking"
United States
Gordon
The price is Rp1.307.316
Rp1.517.096 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

19. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (131 reviews)
"For the price is a good hotel I'll stay there again"
United States
Vicente
The price is Rp1.436.433
Rp1.608.805 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Drift Inn

20. Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Saratoga Oaks Lodge
3.0 star property
31.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"great place to stay!"
United States
Michael
The price is Rp2.833.414
Rp3.116.755 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Saratoga Oaks Lodge
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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 Santa Cruz Main Beach.

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.

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.

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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, Bella Notte is one of the top choices for your stay in Eastside Santa Cruz. This aparthotel is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hitching Post Studios Inn and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Eastside Santa Cruz area?
Expedia has 225 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 Sunny Cove 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, Harbor Beach and Lincoln 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.