Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz
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Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz

Beachview Inn
Beachview Inn
Top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz's Westside Santa Cruz neighborhood is known for its beaches and amusement parks, and entices visitors with attractions including Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.
Eastside Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz's Eastside Santa Cruz neighborhood is known for its beaches and waterfront, and entices visitors with attractions including Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach.
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.
Beach Hill - Beach Flats
Santa Cruz's Beach Hill - Beach Flats neighborhood offers attractions including Pacific Avenue.

Downtown Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz's Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood is known for its beaches and restaurants, and entices visitors with attractions including Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.
Top landmarks in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Kids and adults alike can have a thrilling day at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, one of the top theme parks located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Cruz. If you have fun at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you'll love Boardwalk Bowl and Sky Glider, both a short walk away.
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How to find the best cheap hotels in Santa Cruz?
✅ There are lots of cheap hotels available in Santa Cruz in 2025. What's more, our rewards programOpens in a new window makes Santa Cruz hotels an even better choice for travelers on a budget.
✅ Whether you're looking for a hostel, apart-hotel or Bed & Breakfast, there's something for every type of traveler in Santa Cruz on Hotels.com – use the helpful search filters to find some of the cheapest hotels in Santa Cruz for your budget-friendly stay.
✅ You'll find lots of cheap hotels in Santa Cruz – with Hotels.com. With so many choices, we recommend you use the search filter for price limits to narrow down your options.
✅ The best time of year for an affordable vacation to Santa Cruz is during low season. This is when fewer people visit and there is a wider range of cheap Santa Cruz hotels available.
✅ There are plenty of things to see and do in Santa Cruz on a budget! From exploring the city's iconic landmarks and museums to enjoying the great outdoors and local parks, there is something for everyone in Santa Cruz.
✅ If you're looking to travel to Santa Cruz on a budget, there are plenty of ways to save. One option is to consider booking your travel during off-peak times when prices for flights, hotels, and attractions may be lower. Another option is budget-friendly transportation, such as local public transportation like buses or trains.
✅ To find the great budget hotels in Santa Cruz for families, use our "Family friendly" filter under the "Travel experience" header. This will filter for family-friendly accommodation essentials.
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