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Our top choices for Mystery Spot hotels

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Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Fantasic room, comfy beds, very clean!"
United States
Linda
The price is Rp1.825.750
Rp2.102.795 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Inn At Pasatiempo
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1242)
"Location was great close to the beach and the Redwoods. "
United States
Malinda
The price is Rp1.497.115
Rp1.734.230 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"A pleasant and polite welcome to the hotel by the staff."
United States
Jan
The price is Rp2.551.782
Rp3.615.444 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1185)
"Clean rm, good location, and good breakfast"
United States
Michelle
The price is Rp1.645.824
Rp1.901.057 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1166)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is Rp1.825.750
Rp2.117.870 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (309)
"Clean, quiet and spacious room. It's not Hilton, but it is good value. A full kitchen with all appliances. Kitchen ware is available for $5. I will definitely be back."
United States
Roger
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Mystery Spot
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (600)
"clean room, friendly staff, nice breakfast."
United States
William
The price is Rp1.785.550
Rp2.072.811 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Property amenity
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
4.2 km from Mystery Spot
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"everything was great, can’t wait to comeback "
United States
Xochitl
The price is Rp1.742.000
Rp1.992.124 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
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Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Mystery Spot
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Good location, reasonable price"
United States
Milena
The price is Rp1.459.260
Rp1.685.793 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Best Western Inn
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Mystery Spot
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is Rp1.876.000
Rp2.174.292 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1157)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is Rp1.825.750
Rp2.117.913 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Mystery Spot
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (178)
"Great staff and clean room great value for the price."
United States
Scott
The price is Rp1.172.500
Rp1.350.888 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
National 9 Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Mystery Spot
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (926)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 5.5 km from Mystery Spot
6.8 out of 10, (1001)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
Ocean Gate Inn
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.4 km from Mystery Spot
6.6 out of 10, (1001)
"Staff is very nice every time we stay there"
United States
Ed
The price is Rp1.341.843
Rp1.551.439 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.2 km from Mystery Spot
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"Great stay"
United States
Mark
The price is Rp4.716.234
Rp6.135.578 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Seasonal outdoor pool
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Mystery Spot
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Very affordable "
United States
Gilbert
The price is Rp1.172.333
Rp1.451.220 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 5.4 km from Mystery Spot
6.6 out of 10, (1001)
"Nice staff and clean rooms"
United States
Esmeralda
The price is Rp1.130.625
Rp1.649.038 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Hotel Solares
Lobby
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area

Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.3 km from Mystery Spot
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"I like location and breakfast "
United States
MARCO
The price is Rp1.658.083
Rp1.908.861 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
6.2 km from Mystery Spot
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is Rp2.328.250
Rp2.677.153 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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Top Mystery Spot Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"It was a clean room, warm and inviting"
Sasha 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely property "
Jill 7-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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Ocean Street

4.2/5 (453 reviews)
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Mission Santa Cruz

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mystery Spot?
Mystery Spot is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 547 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Mystery Spot?
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Mystery Spot. Other good choices within 5 miles include Chaminade Resort & Spa and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.
How many hotels are there close to Mystery Spot?
Expedia has 547 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mystery Spot.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mystery Spot, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Mystery Spot.
What can I see and do near Mystery Spot?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Branciforte Dog Park.