Skip to main content

Featured hotels near University of California Santa Cruz

Filter by:


Star rating

5 stars 4 stars 3 stars 2 stars 1 star

Review score

Superb: 9+ Very good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+
Our top picks Lowest price first Star rating and price Top reviewed

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz (1.1 miles from University of California Santa Cruz)

Conveniently located 1.1 miles from the Natural Bridges State Beach, the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca offers a fitness room and guest laundry room.. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

Show more Show less
8.5
Very good
406 reviews
Price from
€ 185
per night

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz (1.2 miles from University of California Santa Cruz)

Located off scenic California Highway 1, Fairfield Inn & Suites is less than 2 miles away from the University of California Santa Cruz.

Show more Show less
8.2
Very good
268 reviews
Price from
€ 156
per night

West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz (1.8 miles from University of California Santa Cruz)

Nestled on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach, this 3-story Victorian home is a restful bed and breakfast that offers unique guestrooms and thoughtful amenities just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach...

Show more Show less
9.1
Superb
285 reviews
Price from
€ 271
per night

Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz (1.1 miles from University of California Santa Cruz)

Seymore Marine Discovery is 2 miles from this Santa Cruz area inn. A free breakfast is provided and all rooms offer free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in all rooms at the Mission Inn.

Show more Show less
8.3
Very good
909 reviews
Price from
€ 144
per night

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz (1.8 miles from University of California Santa Cruz)

Centrally located in Santa Cruz, this inn is across from Main Beach. The inn features a courtyard area with picnic tables, an outdoor pool and guest rooms with free WiFi.

Show more Show less
9
Superb
1,565 reviews
Price from
€ 233
per night

Pacific Blue Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz (1.7 miles from University of California Santa Cruz)

Just 10 minutes’ walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this eco-friendly hotel offers en suite rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and iPod docking stations.

Show more Show less
8.5
Very good
484 reviews
Price from
€ 96
per night

Top 10 trending hotels near University of California Santa Cruz

Discover our most popular hotels from the last 30 days

Enjoy breakfast at the hotels near University of California Santa Cruz

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 393 reviews

    This Capitola hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from central Santa Cruz and New Brighton State Beach.

    Very clean. Breakfast pick up was set up very well.

  • Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 557 reviews

    This motel, just 10 minutes' walk from Capitola beach and village, offers free Wi-Fi. A seasonal outdoor swimming pool and guest launderette are available for guest use.

    Room was a good size & good amenities in room.

  • Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 702 reviews

    Just minutes from area beaches and the famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk, this hotel features spacious and comfortable accommodations as well as relaxing amenities in Santa Cruz, California.

    Location, cleanliness, decoration, overall atmosphere

  • Hotel Solares
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,114 reviews

    Hotel Solares is located in Santa Cruz, just 10 minutes' walk away from the Beach Boardwalk. An outdoor pool is located on-site along with rooms that provide free WiFi and cable TV.

    I didn’t get to eat, I wasn’t aware there was breakfast.

  • Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 403 reviews

    Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is located in Aptos. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. Guests can chill out in the outdoor swimming pool.

    The grounds are neat and clean and so nice to walk around.

  • Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 903 reviews

    Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features beautiful ocean views and a hot tub.

    clean, outdoor space for seating, snacks, outside views

  • Comfort Inn Boardwalk
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 443 reviews

    This California hotel is one block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a seasonal outdoor heated pool and rooms include a flat-screen cable TV with HBO.

    It was just what we needed. Something for everyone

  • Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 292 reviews

    Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is 3.2 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.

    The staff in the lobby were very nice and helpful.

Budget hotels near University of California Santa Cruz

  • West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 285 reviews

    Nestled on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach, this 3-story Victorian home is a restful bed and breakfast that offers unique guestrooms and thoughtful amenities just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach...

    Everything but more than anything, the staff were amazing.

  • Marea Sol Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 314 reviews

    Marea Sol Hotel is well set in Santa Cruz, and features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.

    We got upgraded to a suite which was a massive bonus

  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 681 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre and free WiFi.

    location, lounge/meeting/tv area well designed

  • Capitola Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 150 reviews

    Set in Capitola and with Capitola Beach reachable within 80 metres, Capitola Hotel offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    All of it! Staff was excellent, thank you so much 😊

  • Capitola Beach Suites
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 163 reviews

    Located in Capitola and within 100 metres of Hooper's Beach, Capitola Beach Suites features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    It was absolutely beautiful and perfect location!!

  • Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 844 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.

    Clean, spacious room, decent breakfast, close to Boardwalk

  • Sea & Sand Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 157 reviews

    Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking.

    The ocean view was amazing and complimentary breakfast was yummy

  • The Inn at Pasatiempo
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 506 reviews

    Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, this french-country Santa Cruz, CA inn is adjacent to Pasatiempo Golf Course, designed by Alister Mackenzie.

    We didn't eat breakfast and the location was perfect

Hotels with great access to University of California Santa Cruz!

  • Dream Inn Santa Cruz
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 998 reviews

    This beachfront hotel is located next to Santa Cruz’s famous boardwalk and steps from the city centre, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family holiday or romantic...

    really loved this place - cool quirky trendy and fun!

  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 477 reviews

    Nestled in California just 1.5 km from Capitola Beach & Wharf, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites offers an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. A fitness centre is located on site.

    Great Pool & gym, comfortable & spacious rooms

  • SeaSide Inn & Suites
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 444 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great front counter service, nice comfortable rooms

  • The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 627 reviews

    Situated in Brookdale, The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains provides 3-star accommodation with private balconies.

    Great one night stay, gorgeous area and cute town.

  • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 209 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, 400 metres from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    it was a beautiful property & that it was fairly new

  • Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 221 reviews

    Ideally situated off Highway 17 and only minutes from the beautiful beaches of Santa Cruz, California, this hotel offers many thoughtful amenities, and is close to popular area attractions.

    convenient location. excellent breakfast and very clean room

  • Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 191 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals is located in Santa Cruz, 6 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free private parking is available on site.

    Jo in the office was super sweet! Beautiful location

  • The Aqua Pacific Hotel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 260 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz, within 1.2 km of Santa Cruz Beach and 1.2 km of Seabright State Beach, The Aqua Pacific Hotel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    Good located, nice rooms and a very very friendly manager

Research, refine and make plans for your whole trip