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
Top hotels in Westlake

Chaminade Resort & Spa
"Everything was good. I just wish they didn’t charge $20 for parking."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"Great snacks in room. Room service food was good. The drink at the bar didn't have much alcohol. Some others were obviously upset by the length of time and skill making their drinks. One thing that was annoying was after checkout they don't grant access to pool shower or bathroom. We wanted to rinse ..."
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Seaside Inn & Suites
"Excellent value for the very reasonable rate. They honored our request for downstairs rooms. Microwave, fridge, and a work desk were provided and the bed was comfortable."
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Ocean Pacific Lodge
"Clean,pool and hot tub was nice great location walking distance to pier"
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"No shower curtain upon arrival. Coffee and creamer not replenished daily. Other than that room was ok but neighbors were noisy."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Marea Sol Hotel
"The was our 2nd stay here. So nice and convenient. Only wish there was microwave in room obviously not a deal breaker. See ya next time!"
Reviewed on 27 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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.

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.











