Hotels in Santa Cruz

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

0.94 km from city centre

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

1.45 km from city centre

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Chaminade Resort & Spa

4.89 km from city centre

Location 4.5/5

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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

1.03 km from city centre

Location 4.5/5

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1.51 km from city centre

Location 5.0/5

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Free cancellation

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East

1.32 km from city centre

Location 4.5/5

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1.04 km from city centre

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The Islander Motel Santa Cruz CA

1.05 km from city centre

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Free cancellation

Fireside Inn by the Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

1.30 km from city centre

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Free cancellation

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Hotels in Santa Cruz rated best by other travellers

Rated by travellers as the best in the city, these stays are all full marks for cleanliness, customer service and location.

1.51 km from city centre

1.04 km from city centre

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

1.20 km from city centre

1.51 km from city centre

1.04 km from city centre

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

1.20 km from city centre

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UCSC Arboretum

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UCSC Arboretum

Santa Cruz Harbor

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Highest rated hotel	Quality Inn – 4.6
Cheapest month to book	April
Average 4 star hotel price	R$ 1.148 per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Santa Cruz: FAQs

What’s the weather like in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, the expected average temperature in March is 12°C. The warmest month is typically September, which averages 23°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February, and the driest month is July.

Can I cancel or amend my hotel reservation last minute if I need to?

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Santa Cruz with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Can I get a last-minute Santa Cruz hotel deal?

Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is R$ 279 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for R$ 301 per night.

Is it more expensive to stay in Santa Cruz hotels on weekends?

The average price of a hotel during the week is R$ 813 per night, and the average price on weekends is R$ 957. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Santa Cruz could be Monday.

What airports are the closest to the centre of Santa Cruz?

The nearest airport to Santa Cruz is San Jose Reid-Hillview Airport (RHV), which is 44.2km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

San Jose International Airport, which is 44.3km from the city centre.
Carmel Monterey Peninsula Airport, which is 45.9km from the city centre.
San Carlos Airport, which is 63.0km from the city centre.
San Francisco International Airport, which is 77.9km from the city centre.
Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport, which is 84.9km from the city centre.

What day is cheapest to stay in hotels in Santa Cruz?

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Monday is the cheapest day to stay in Santa Cruz. And the most expensive day seems to be Saturday

How much do 3-star hotels cost in Santa Cruz?

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Santa Cruz is currently around R$ 1.081 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is R$ 515 per night.

How much do 4-star hotels cost in Santa Cruz?

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz is currently around R$ 1.449 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is R$ 559 per night.

What are the best Santa Cruz hotels with swimming pools?

Get your morning laps in at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Chaminade Resort & Spa.

What are the best hotels in Santa Cruz for families?

If you're hitting up Santa Cruz with kids in tow, try Aqua Breeze Inn, Hampton Inn Santa Cruz and Beach Street Inn and Suites.

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