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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 dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Andrea
Rp1.899.963
Rp3.290.288 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
paola
Rp4.680.613
Rp6.252.806 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
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.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Frank
Rp2.416.752
Rp2.786.579 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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 balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Jiexin
Rp4.490.170
Rp5.112.851 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Dream Inn 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.

5. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Roxanna
Rp2.397.976
Rp2.765.513 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Seaway Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.
A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.
A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Ingrid
Rp2.038.190
Rp2.361.851 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

7. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Erin
Rp1.639.064
Rp2.039.263 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio
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.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

8. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Grester
Rp2.306.778
Rp2.663.194 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.
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.

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Sonia
Rp1.960.761
Rp2.274.948 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
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 roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

10. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Nova
Rp1.482.731
Rp1.748.173 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.
A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Natalya
Rp2.112.758
Rp2.445.512 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A bathroom with a pedestal sink, toilet, and a shower area with a tiled wall and a shower curtain.
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.
A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

12. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Sharon
Rp1.591.498
Rp1.903.718 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 0.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
James
Rp1.324.094
Rp1.761.298 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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 hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Brooke
Rp2.503.480
Rp2.883.883 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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 hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
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, 2.4 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Bertha
Rp1.723.825
Rp1.993.056 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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.

16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Donald
Rp3.558.518
Rp4.060.645 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
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.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Leslie
Rp2.340.754
Rp2.701.313 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Steve
Rp2.253.132
Rp2.603.005 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.
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.
A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.

19. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Molly
Rp3.576.579
Rp4.080.872 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.
A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

20. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
United States
Johnnie
Rp1.564.675
Rp2.528.515 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
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Compare popular hotels close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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
9.6
Exceptional
15 reviews
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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
9.6
Exceptional
543 reviews
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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
1,350 reviews
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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
1,035 reviews
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A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
Seaway Inn
9.2
Wonderful
304 reviews
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Top Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Hotel Reviews

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"room was very clean and large enough for 2 people, modern looking and a nice big shower. would stay again"
Carlos 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"One of the best hotels in that area, clean, beautiful, comfortable by the ocean and it has two amazing restaurants & great poolside food. We didn’t leave the hotel at all except visiting the park. Both restaurants needs reservations for guests too and are slow style, not a rushed to go type so plan accordingly. I’d come back here frequently for sure."
Samira 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I was very pleased with my stay it was very clean and it’s at a great location"
Sherlyn 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"The room was clean, staff was ok. The spa wasn’t working temperature was not warm enough, disappointed."
Elvia 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Was an awesome experience. Was happy to see a small food items to order. Wish there was more kid friendly items for dinner to order. Besides that the place was fabulous"
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn

8/10 Good
"Nice clean room, great shower. Nice location."
Christine 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Edgewater Beach Inn

Other attractions near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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.
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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and houses on the cliffside.

Cowell's Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)
During your trip to Santa Cruz, enjoy the surf and sand at Cowell's Beach along with the surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Neary Lagoon Park

Explore the great outdoors at Neary Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Pacific Garden Mall

7.6/10 (4 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pacific Garden Mall during your visit to Santa Cruz. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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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 174 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, 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. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
Expedia has 174 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. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 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.