Best Hotels in Santa Cruz County for 2026

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ocean Street. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

Our customers tell us that they enjoy the free breakfast at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

The free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ocean Street. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus laundry facilities and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Aptos History Museum. Free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor pool and a restaurant are available.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley's great location. During your stay, you'll be close to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor pool and a restaurant are available.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Chaminade Resort & Spa. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Dominican Hospital. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Dream Inn Santa Cruz. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi in public areas, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Casablanca On The Beach. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus concierge services and self-parking (surcharge).

During your stay at La Bahia Hotel and Spa, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 restaurants and 3 bars. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Marea Sol Hotel's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace are available.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Continental Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ocean Street. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Ocean Pacific Lodge's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pacific Avenue. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Aqua Pacific Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ocean Street. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an indoor pool.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Hyatt Place Santa Cruz. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ocean Street. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a gym.