Best hotels in Santa Cruz

Do you want to spend the night in luxurious hotel in Santa Cruz? This is listed as an atmospheric travel location in the regions of California in a beautiful part of United States. In this region there are many options such as expensive suites, authentic B&B’s, attractive chalets, resorts, parks and tiny homes. Always an appropriate location for a week, cultural trips or a (business) overnight stay for work. Looking for tips with booking? We are happy to advise you. Based on our advice tool you will meet favorably priced American hotel rooms. Furthemore, you are able to compare hotel searchers, spot exclusive rooms and take advantage of the best hotel deals.

Look for available hotel offers

In the area around Santa Cruz can you choose from the most beautiful hotel rooms and holiday homes.
Nice hotel: Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-Boardwalk.
Enjoy every day: clean towels every day, a made-up bed and a great breakfast every morning.
Compare low priced hostels or a luxurious American resort.
The perfect holiday destination to check the vast terrains and places full of history of California.
The average price of a centrally located hotel room in Santa Cruz with good breakfast is around €168,80 per day.

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City	Santa Cruz
Region	California
Country	United States (US)
Address	505 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
Zip code	95060
Standard costs for an stay in a hotel	€168,80
Hotel suggestion	Cactus Flower, 1 Br, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Sleeps 4
Time zone	America/Los_Angeles (UTC -7)

Book cheap hotel in Santa Cruz

Are you taking a break for a week or do you want a hotel room for commercial purposes? Booking a cheap hotel room in Santa Cruz can be arranged online. A delicious breakfast every morning, a bathroom including toiletries, a hotel bar and a pleasant bed. And moreover: clean bed linen and clean soft towels daily. The rate for hotel accommodations are very variable. Hopefully our tips will help you reserving the hotel accommodation with the most favorable price. You can read all the details our handy 5-step plan.

Budget hotels in Santa Cruz including breakfast

Choose travel period
First, you search by hotel name or travel destination. For example rentals in the city center of Santa Cruz or near a particular attraction. Then click on the check-in date of your preference and the day of your departure. Disclaimer: hotel bookings that do not fall in the high season are often priced lower.
Choose the number of guests
Note the number of adults and whether there are children staying. Also indicate the ages of the little ones. For large groups hotels offer sometimes affordable family rooms. You can often take a baby up to 2 years old for free. When you think it’s important you can classify the persons over various rooms.
Max. price per night
Set a maximum price. E.g. plus minus €90,00 per reservation. A normal good hotel stay in Santa Cruz costs +/- €168,80 (excl. booking costs and tourist tax). For a luxury room the rates are higher, approximately €243,30. Your search yields nothing? Then increase your budget. The comparison website then offers an overview of hotels that match your holiday period, the tour group and the max. price per night.
Filter by facilities and amenities
The hotel finder now shows all hotel offers which corresponds to your travel needs. It can be useful to use the filters. Ideal filters are hotel chain, number of hotel stars, review rating, payment possibilities, roomservice, distance to popular hotspots, parking options, including breakfast and whether or not pets are allowed. You can make it even more specific with filters like: fitness / sauna, wellness center / spa, airconditioning, wifi / wireless internet, swimming pool, restaurant and eg. television (TV), room view, jacuzzi / hot tub, wheelchair access, bike rental, non-smoking rooms.
Complete and pay hotel booking
Choose an accommodation and click through to the rooms available (incl. prices). Choose your room, breakfast options and the desired cancellation conditions. Research the reservation conditions and provide the requested data (name / address). The booking site will ask for your arrival time. In many cases you can also add a small comment to the reservation. Think of requests like a specific room number. You can pay in several ways such as credit card (Visa, MasterCard & American Express) & bank wire transfer, paying on account, Paypal or pay later.

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Advice guide: book hotel rooms in Santa Cruz for a relaxing night

Holiday destination Santa Cruz is a beautiful place in United States known for its beloved capital Washington D.C.. Expected population: 338.290.000 residents. People here mainly speak English. Relevant practical information: the phone code is +1, the default voltage is 120 V (60 Hz, plug type A / B). You pay here with the United States dollar (USD). In these areas you can reserve great casino hotels, hostels, campsites and other types of accommodations. Down here you can get more info about the lodging categories.

Details about types of American hotel stays

You can find sleeping places in many varieties. There are possibilities to reserve an overnight stay for every guest. What makes a certain sleeping accommodation suitable for you? In the box below our travel specialist share details about nice and popular hotels in Santa Cruz for couples, friends & families.

Luxurious hotel: filter by a 3 star or 4 star accommodation for even more comfort in your weekend break.
Boutique hotel: high-quality suites in a small-scale setting.
Apartements (aparthotels): a spacious furnished house in a building with shared facilities. Another name for this is condo rentals.
Hostel (youth hostel): an excellent option for a cheap stay (in groups).
Wellness hotel (Spa): specialized masseurs, beauticians and good catering facilities.
Family hotel: child-friendly hotel rooms with access to pools, bowling, golf and more.
Business hotel: luxury business stays with eg. meeting rooms, free parking, breakfast & lunch, conference rooms, WiFi (wireless internet), centrally located.
Holiday resorts: enjoy together in a beautiful park from a cozy holiday home.
Bungalow (cottage): an attractive chalet situated in the nature.
Campsite (glamping): camping? Find a pitch for your side tent, motorhome, lodge tent, folding trailer, mobile home.
B&B’s (guesthouse): a cozy accommodation that can be reserved as bed & breakfast.

Search by theme

Booking available hotels via the internet has many advantages. Search very focused on matters such as number of stars, facilities, board type, activities / entertainment, location, prices. In the following explanation we give you the most popular facilities you can filter on.

Room with sauna: luxurious rooms with a private steam bath or Finnish sauna.
With jacuzzi (whirlpool): spend the evening in a romantic hotel room with bubble bath.
Hotel with swimming pool in Santa Cruz: relaxed start of the day with a heated indoor pool.
Balcony plus terrace: enjoy a special room with a view together.
Pet-Friendly hotels: take your pet on an unforgettable holiday.
With fitness: exercise alone or together in the gym.
Wheelchair accessible: easy to reach with elevator and without barriers.
Free parking: park your car in the private parking lot or at the side of the road.
Free cancellation: you can still change or cancel your trip just before you leave.
Other activities popular with the Americans: bike rental, bowling, squash, casino, horse riding, tennis.

View travel accommodations in the most beautiful locations

Of course the travel location is really important. You like a holiday home in the city center of Santa Cruz? Close to specific attractions? Or maybe a room in a wooded area? Attached you will find tips for the most popular places.

Hotels in nature: comfortable natural house in the middle of the versatile greenery.
Waterfront (lakefront): book a holiday at a swimming pond, river or recreational lake.
Hotel by the sea (the coast): in the morning you can walk on the beach and do some sunbathe.
Forest (lodge & cabine): get away from the crowds and retreat to the green woods.
Hotels in city center: discover the typical shops and cafes.
Holiday rentals near the airport: good possibilities for public transport.
Guest houses near train station: travel via various PT stations.

Cheap apartment hotel in Santa Cruz for this weekend?

Search overnight stays and book a special room (chamber)

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Search by large or small rooms

Are you looking for options for one person, for a business conference or are you going on holiday with the kids? Would you rather have a single room or double room? When applying for an accommodation, you specify the number of people. The comparator then only gives deals that are in line with the number of people (like Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Santa Fe).

Single room (1 person): a business hotel room offers functionality such as WiFi and telephone.
Double room (2 persons): as a cheap small room but also a spacious junior suite.
3 person room: 3x single bed or with double bed.
Quadruple room (4 persons): specially furnished with 4 beds for a comfortable stay.
Familyroom: on request, it is possible to put a baby cot in the room.
Backpackers dormitory (hostel): sleep with strangers in 1 room in a bunk bed.

Different Types of Hotel Board Basis

Modern hotel rooms offer a lot of comfort. Various arrangements are available. There is a choice of all kinds of board types and service levels. With the tips below you can make your choice more easily.

Lodging & breakfast: most basic level including your breakfast.
Half board: in addition to a place to sleep, you are entitled to breakfast and dinner in the evening.
Full board: booking including breakfast, lunch and dinner.
All-inclusive: you can eat and drink for free at any time of the day.
Roomservice: order drinks and food from the restaurant and eat it in the room.
Restaurant (buffet): the best menus with delicious regional dishes.
Bar & Lobby: the hotel bar offers a nice relaxed atmosphere in the evenings (e.g. for Greentree Inn Santa Fe).

Choose undiscovered bed & breakfasts in Santa Cruz

A bed & breakfast is an accessible accommodation where people come to escape the everyday hustle and bustle. Mostly is this located in a shared house. The uniqueness of a B-and-B is the personal involvement, a customized breakfast and the beautiful location. Normally, it is cheaper than a normal hotel room. Through our site you will also spot hotel offers in Santa Clarita.

Stay (sleep and breakfast) in a small B&B accommodation.
Your hosts will share with you their insider’s tips.
A small-scale sleeping place in Santa Cruz (and the province). E.g. stay at Best Western Plus Inn Of Santa Fe.

What are pleasant holiday periods in 2024?

A hotel accommodation fits well with a trip of 2 or 3 days. Hotels are ideal for a city break or a period during school holidays. In the nearby region there is a lot to experience for families with young kids, partners and people over 75. In the text block below you can read the best popular travel periods. in 2024.

Weekend trip (getaway): a perfect time for a short city trip.
Midweek: take advantage of extra discount between Monday to Friday.
Summer vacation: a comfortable hotel room with air conditioning ensures a pleasant climate in the room.
Autumn break: a wide range of homestays and private houses.
Christmas holidays: book the best New Year’s Eve packages on time.
Spring break: the best deals if you opt for a package holiday with flight and hotel.
Winter holiday: book an affordable guest house and enjoy the surroundings.
Public holidays for the Americans: hotels are fully booked during Independence Day, New Year’s Day, National holiday, Pentecost, Good Friday, Ascension Day.

The cheapest hotel Santa Cruz offers May 2024

Reserving a night in a hotel is not cheap. Good to know: there are smart booking tips to find a cheap overnight stay in Santa Cruz. Hotel prices can be different every day. A regular room is offered for different prices at multiple hotel booking sites. It is therefore necessary to have insight into all hotel deals. Below we discuss some good tips. Also click through to budget rooms in Santa Clara & Coopersburg.

10 saving tips for great hotel rates in May 2024

Last-minute deals: book 1 or 2 weeks before departure.
Early Bird Discounts: if you’re not going to travel in a few months, you can book extra beneficial.
Holiday comparison websites: search on Priceline, Agoda, Expedia, Hotwire, Trivago, Skyscanner but also Tripadvisor, Momondo, Travelocity, FareCompare, Hotelscombined, Hotels.com for favorable rates.
Book directly through the hotel: major well-known hotel chains such as Radisson Blu, Mercure, Holiday Inn, Scandit Hotels, Ibis, Premier Inn or Hilton, Wyndham, Choice Hotels, Marriott, Accor, Jin Jiang have a special offer that they sell themselves.
Discount Codes: view American hotel promotions through useful websites such as Trip.com, Retailmenot.com, Groupon, Lastminute.com, Hoteltonight.com, Secret Escapes.
Package deals: make a request for a hotel with flight with transport to save even more on your holiday and have improved customer protection.
Stay outside the city center: the lowest priced places to stay can be found just outside the center.
Vacation rentals: reserve cheap private holiday homes in Santa Cruz (May 2024) through sites like Airbnb, Interhome, VRBO, TheHolidayLet, Holidu, Belvilla & atraveo, OneFineStay, aabode.com, Homestay.com, HomeToGo, 9flats.
Hostels & Inns: a cheap room with a good location (particularly interesting for backpackers).
Family deals and Senior discounts: a favorable price for families with (young) children and seniors.

List of Popular Last Minute Booking Sites

Do you want a cool last-minute hotel booking in Santa Cruz for tonight (for a good price)? Today there are modern booking sites that make room rates transparent. In the next box we provide the finest hotel room comparison sites. Also check available motels in Hailey .

Top 10 hotels Santa Cruz Booking.com: wide range of options for flights, car hire and excursions.
Airbnb: explore unique homes and experiences around the world.
Tripadvisor: a handy site for searching and comparing sleeping places (incl. reviews).
Expedia: easily compose your trip with flight and car.
Priceline: discover hotel, flight and rental car deals exclusively in the app.
Hotels.com: 1 free bonus night for every 10 nights you stay with Rewards.
Trivago: the best deals from your favorite booking sites.
Skyscanner: the best flight, hotel, and car rental options in 1 schedule.
Agoda.com: hotels, luxury resorts, affordable hostels and long term stays.
Google Hotels / Travel: Huge selection of hotels with information, prices and contact details (for example Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Fe).

Daily Santa Cruz weather forecast (May 2024)

United States has a distinctive Humid subtropical climate. Many tourists come here in the travel period spring and autumn. This travel time is really appropriate for visiting popular hotspots. The annual temperature is on average 7,8 degrees centigrade. In the summer it can get a lot hotter with 21,4 degrees. In winter, the mercury drops on average to -6,9 degrees. The time zone is: America/Los_Angeles (UTC -7). In the schedule below we give the weather for today (Thursday, May 9, 2024) and this week.

Weather report Thursday, May 9, 2024

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