Bananna Belt

Santa Cruz

Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4/5(69 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk as part of your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Mystery Spot

Mystery Spot

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
Santa Cruz Wharf

Santa Cruz Wharf

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Park

5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Natural Bridges State Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Natural Bridges State Park
Ocean Street

Ocean Street

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Ocean Street
Main Beach

Main Beach

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Main Beach

Things to do

Train Ride Adventure through Mother Natures Giant Redwoods Park

Train Ride Adventure through Mother Natures Giant Redwoods Park

CA $362
per adult
Train Ride Adventure through Mother Natures Giant Redwoods Park
Bixby Bridge

Big Sur Private SUV Charter - San Francisco Round trip or One way

CA $1,803
per traveller
Big Sur Private SUV Charter - San Francisco Round trip or One way
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

CA $180
per adult
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

CA $188
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Bixby Bridge

Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco

CA $1,326
per traveller
Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur private Day Trip from San Francisco
Rock Climbing 2 - Beyond the Basics

Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2

CA $173
per adult
Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2
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Bananna Belt Hotel Deals

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is CA $149 per night from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3
CA $149
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"It’s nice place and the pool areas is great."

Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2025

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is CA $281 per night from Feb. 9 to Feb. 10
CA $281
CA $379 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed a hike in the woods on the grounds, the hot tubs and happy hour at the View restaurant. It was the perfect little getaway."

Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2025

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2 out of 5
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is CA $163 per night from Feb. 10 to Feb. 11
CA $163
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Book a stay at this beach motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The beach house was amazing"

Reviewed on Feb. 4, 2025

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is CA $145 per night from Mar. 9 to Mar. 10
CA $145
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,095 reviews)
Nice place to stay.
"We loved it, the service was great and the facilities in excellent condition."

Reviewed on Feb. 4, 2025

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is CA $156 per night from Mar. 3 to Mar. 4
CA $156
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (745 reviews)
Great deal
"This is the second time my family has stayed at this hotel. Perfect waking distance to the boardwalk. It’s nice to see more nice hotel options around the Santa Cruz Beach area."

Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is CA $157 per night from Feb. 10 to Feb. 11
CA $157
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,116 reviews)
"Really great stay! Property is nice and modern, and literally one block from the wharf and boardwalk. Room itself is huge and super clean and comfortable (and I'm very picky). Had a great view of the ocean and a balcony! Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Feb. 3, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Other neighbourhoods around Bananna Belt

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Midtown

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midtown and surrounding area, you can visit Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue.

Midtown
Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Upper Seabright
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Carbonera Estates

While Carbonera Estates might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pasatiempo Golf Course and DeLaveaga Golf Course.

Carbonera Estates
41.5 feet tall, 350,000 pounds and able to withstand a quarter million pounds of wave energy: Walton Lighthouse

Eastside Santa Cruz

5/5(1 area review)

Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

Eastside Santa Cruz
Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky

Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright
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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.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Bananna Belt

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