Santa Cruz Motels

For a no-fuss, reliable stop on your road trip, a motel in Santa Cruz is a classic choice. It delivers the essentials—a comfortable bed, hot shower, and convenient location—for travelers who value function over frills. The best ones offer a cool retro vibe, complete with a clean pool and an iconic neon sign.

Trip.com Featured Motels in Santa Cruz

1. Ocean Pacific Lodge

• Featuring Fire extinguisher, Fax/copying service, and Luggage storage.

• Guest Rated: 8.6/10 (102 Reviews)

• Only 0.09 km away - easily reach Depot Park.

• Nightly rates: $167 to $648

2. Bay Front Inn

• Your stay includes Garden, Fire extinguisher, and Luggage storage.

• Rated 7.2/10 based on 99 reviews.

• Steps from West Cliff Drive (0.04 km).

• Nightly rates: $115 to $452

3. Hitching Post Studios Inn

• Your stay includes Garden, Fire extinguisher, and Fax/copying service.

• Rated 8.5/10 based on 100 reviews.

• Just a 0.48 km walk from Faith Community Church.

• Nightly rates: $115 to $417

All prices shown are for June 17-June 23, as listed on Trip.com.

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102 reviews

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Beachview Inn

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Featured facilities: Parking, Private bathroom

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108 reviews

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Bay Front Inn

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Featured facilities: Private bathroom, Luggage storage

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7.2/10

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Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Featured facilities: Parking, Private bathroom

92 reviews

6.5/10

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Seaway Inn

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The Islander Motel Santa Cruz CA

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98 reviews

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Hitching Post Studios Inn

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Featured facilities: Parking, Luggage storage

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101 reviews

8.5/10

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Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

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Featured facilities: Parking, Private bathroom

101 reviews

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Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the best Motels in Santa Cruz?

Whether you are traveling to Santa Cruz for business or tourism, Ocean Pacific Lodge (from $167) , Bay Front Inn (from $115) and Hitching Post Studios Inn (from $115) are good options.

How much for staying Motels in Santa Cruz?

For Motels in Santa Cruz, the average price is $276 on weekdays, and $414 on weekends (Friday–Saturday).

Do any Motels in Santa Cruz have a pool?

Want to enjoy a swimming pool during your trip? There are many Motels in Santa Cruz with a pool. Ocean Pacific Lodge (from $167) , Bay Front Inn (from $115) and Surf City Inn & Suites (from $92) are very popular.

Which Motels in Santa Cruz are good for families?

Among Motels in Santa Cruz, Seaway Inn (from $261) is popular for families.

Which Motels in Santa Cruz provide parking spaces?

Ocean Pacific Lodge (from $167), Hitching Post Studios Inn (from $115) and Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk (from $134) have parking spaces.