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Our top choices for Eastside Santa Cruz hotels

1. 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, (647 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Buffet breakfast was amazing. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Tonya
The price is CA $163
CA $189 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

2. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (501 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is CA $109
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Hitching Post Studios Inn

3. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is CA $123
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

4. 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, (1,362 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is CA $144
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. 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, 2.6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,299 reviews)
"Great sized room."
United States
Josette
The price is CA $180
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

6. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (727 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is CA $153
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

7. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is CA $156
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

8. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,184 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is CA $156
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

9. 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, (1,013 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is CA $162
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"I enjoyed every bit of my stay here"
United States
Lynette
The price is CA $204
CA $300 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Chaminade Resort & Spa

11. 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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is CA $150
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

12. 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, (1,363 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is CA $168
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

13. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,039 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is CA $281
CA $321 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

14. 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, (1,360 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is CA $113
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

15. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
7 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,367 reviews)
"Great location, pleasant staff."
United States
Teronya
The price is CA $147
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

16. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,648 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is CA $153
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Marea Sol Hotel

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, nice location! I loved being near the farmers market! Quiet area."
United States
Jenny
The price is CA $150
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

18. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Tana at the front desk was very helpful and pleasant."
United States
Jane
The price is CA $120
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

19. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,286 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is CA $153
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Casablanca On The Beach

20. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is CA $234
CA $268 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view through a glass door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
23 reviews
View
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
647 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
501 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View

Where to stay in Eastside Santa Cruz

Find the best Eastside Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

Pleasure Point

World-renowned surf spot with a strong surf culture, Pleasure Point offers picturesque ocean views along East Cliff Drive and a walkable path with separate bike lanes. Enjoy amenities at Pleasure Point Park and nearby 41st Ave commercial district.

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.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Upper Seabright

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

Top Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz that travellers recommend?

For a highly recommended hotel in Eastside Santa Cruz, consider the Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.

This 3.5-star accommodation, with an 8.8 rating, is praised by guests for its great location and extremely helpful staff. It offers a complimentary continental breakfast, and guests can enjoy amenities such as champagne service and rainfall showerheads. The hotel also features an Edwardian property design, providing a distinctive stay. It is conveniently located very close to Sunny Cove Beach, just 0.2 km away, and Santa Maria's Beach is also nearby at 0.4 km.

What are the best family hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz?

For family-friendly accommodation in Eastside Santa Cruz, consider the Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages or the Harbor Inn.

The 3.5-star Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, with an 8.8 rating, is an excellent choice for families. It offers amenities such as complimentary cots, sofa beds, and free continental breakfast. Families will also appreciate the furnished patios, balconies, and yards, providing ample space for relaxation. The inn is conveniently located near Sunny Cove Beach, just 0.2 km away, and Twin Lakes State Beach, 0.7 km away. Guests frequently praise its great location and the friendly, extremely helpful staff.

Another good option is the Harbor Inn, which has an 8.6 rating. This inn provides free cots, free self-parking, and complimentary WiFi, which are beneficial for families. It is situated 0.5 km from Twin Lakes State Beach and 1.0 km from Seabright Beach, offering easy access to the coast.

What hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

In Eastside Santa Cruz, the Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is an excellent choice for travellers seeking a hotel with complimentary breakfast.

The 3.5-star Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, with an 8.8 rating, offers a free continental breakfast daily, ensuring a pleasant start to your day. Guests frequently praise its great location, being just 0.2 km from Sunny Cove Beach and 0.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach, making it superb for those who enjoy coastal walks. The property also features various outdoor spaces, including furnished patios, balconies, and decks, providing lovely spots for relaxation.

What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz?

For top pet-friendly accommodation in Eastside Santa Cruz, consider the Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.

The 3.5-star Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, with an 8.8 rating, is an excellent choice for travellers with canine companions. This hotel specifically permits dogs, even providing food and water bowls for their comfort. Guests frequently highlight the great location and the friendly, extremely helpful staff. The inn is conveniently situated near several beaches, with Sunny Cove Beach just 0.2 km away, Santa Maria's Beach 0.4 km away, and Twin Lakes State Beach 0.7 km away, making it ideal for walks with your pet.

What are the top boutique hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz?

For a top boutique hotel in Eastside Santa Cruz, consider the Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.

This 3.5-star property, rated 8.8, is an excellent choice for those seeking a boutique experience. Guests frequently praise its great location and the friendly, extremely helpful staff. Many rooms offer a furnished patio, balcony, yard, or terrace, allowing guests to relax outdoors. A complimentary continental breakfast is also provided, adding to the convenience. It is also wonderfully close to Santa Maria's Beach, just 0.4 km away.

What are the best budget hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz?

For a highly-rated budget hotel in Eastside Santa Cruz, the Harbor Inn is an excellent option.

The Harbor Inn, with an 8.6 rating, provides convenient amenities such as free self-parking, complimentary WiFi, and free toiletries. Guests travelling with infants will appreciate the availability of free cribs. The hotel also features a terrace for guests to enjoy. Its location is particularly good for beach lovers, being just 0.5 km from Twin Lakes State Beach, 1.0 km from Seabright Beach, 1.3 km from Sunny Cove Beach, and 1.5 km from Santa Maria's Beach.

What are the most romantic hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz for couples?

For a romantic stay in Eastside Santa Cruz, the Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is an excellent choice for couples.

This 3.5-star accommodation, rated 8.8, offers a truly intimate experience with many rooms featuring a furnished patio, balcony, or terrace, great for enjoying quiet moments together. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast. Located just 0.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach, it provides easy access to the seaside. Past guests have frequently highlighted the great location and the friendly, extremely helpful staff.

When is the best time to go to Eastside Santa Cruz?

The best time to visit Eastside Santa Cruz is during the late spring (May-June) and early autumn (September-October) when the weather is pleasantly warm and the crowds are smaller.

During these shoulder seasons, you'll find comfortable temperatures for exploring the beaches and outdoor activities without the peak summer crowds. This allows for a more relaxed experience, whether you're enjoying a stroll along Pleasure Point Beach or visiting the Santa Cruz Harbor.

Families often find early autumn particularly appealing as the ocean is still warm enough for swimming and surfing, but the atmosphere is generally calmer after the summer holidays. The local attractions are still fully operational, and it's easier to find parking and enjoy dining without long waits.

For couples looking for a romantic getaway, late spring offers beautiful scenery with wildflowers in bloom and fewer people on the scenic coastal paths.

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Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline – this is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right Eastside Santa Cruz hotel for you.

How much is the nightly rate at a Eastside Santa Cruz hotel?

Hotel prices in Eastside Santa Cruz often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $95 on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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