Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz
Explore top hotel picks near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz! Find your perfect stay with top-rated hotels just steps away or a short drive from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
Just a Short Stroll Away: Hotels within 1km of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
• Guests particularly enjoy the Coworking spaces, Convenience store/kiosk, and Conference room.
• Guests have awarded it a 8.8/10 rating across 106 reviews.
• Rates typically fall in the range of $223 - $1,212.
Bay Front Inn
• Travelers enjoy its Garden, Fire extinguisher, and Luggage storage.
• Guests have awarded it a 7.2/10 rating across 101 reviews.
• Price range: $122-$1,086.
Beachview Inn
• Travelers enjoy its Fire extinguisher, Fax/copying service, and Wi-Fi in public areas.
• Celebrated with a 7.9/10 score, based on feedback from 109 travelers.
• Rates typically fall in the range of $132 - $516.
Casablanca Inn on the Beach
• With amenities like Eco tours, Conference room, and Kayaking.
• Celebrated with a 8.3/10 score, based on feedback from 102 travelers.
• You can find options from $171 on up to $1,060.
Extended Selection: Hotels Within 1-3km of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
• Conveniently positioned 0.79KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
• Our range of engaging activities ensures the kids are having too much fun for you to worry.
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
• Only 1.19KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
• Keep the little ones happy with fun-filled children’s amenities so you can sit back and relax.
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7.5/10
101 reviews0.07km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Private parking
Wi-Fi in public areasFrom $229
8.0/10
Very Good109 reviews0.07km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Public parkingWi-Fi in public areasFrom $126
8.4/10
Very Good101 reviews0.61km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Golf coursePrivate parkingFrom $111
8.1/10
Very Good102 reviews0.79km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Private parkingWi-Fi in public areasFrom $90
8.7/10
Very Good120 reviews0.63km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Outdoor swimming pool
SurfingFrom $229
8.0/10
Very Good101 reviews1.41km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
SurfingPrivate parkingFrom $162
7.6/10
Good106 reviews0.71km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Public parkingWi-Fi in public areasFrom $132
8.1/10
Very Good104 reviews1.39km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
ParkingWi-Fi in public areasFrom $98
7.5/10
101 reviews1.17km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
ParkingWi-Fi in public areasFrom $92
8.6/10
Very Good102 reviews0.31km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Public parking
Luggage storageFrom $154
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Top Pick Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
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Discover our most booked hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center from the last 30 days!
No.1
8.8/10
106 reviewsLa Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz | 0.14KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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8.3/10
102 reviewsCasablanca Inn on the Beach
Santa Cruz | 0.17KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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7.3/10
96 reviewsBay Front Inn
Santa Cruz | 0.26KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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8.4/10
60 reviewsCarousel Beach Inn
Santa Cruz | 0.64KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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9.5/10
101 reviewsLa Bahia Hotel and Spa
Santa Cruz | 0.26KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
Select dates to view pricesNo.6
9.2/10
105 reviewsDream Inn Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz | 0.17KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
Select dates to view pricesNo.7
7.1/10
101 reviewsTorch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz | 0.82KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
Select dates to view pricesNo.8
8.9/10
105 reviewsHyatt Place Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz | 1.19KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
Select dates to view pricesNo.9
8.6/10
123 reviewsHotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Santa Cruz | 1.54KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Great amenities"
Select dates to view pricesNo.10
9.1/10
104 reviewsBeach Street Inn and Suites
Santa Cruz | 0.14KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
Select dates to view pricesWhat Travelers Said About the Best Hotels in Santa Cruz
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Read genuine traveler ratings & reviews to find your perfect stay.
Pacific Blue Inn
8.9/10
Very Good
shinobikazuma25
Always pick this hotel when I'm staying in Santa Cruz. The staff are friendly and the rooms are spacious and clean. It's a 10 minute walk into downtown for all your shopping and restaurant needs.
Price per night from:$139
Hitching Post Studios Inn
8.5/10
Very Good
Guest User
Great location had a great rate. Will definitely book again.
Price per night from:$131
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
8.4/10
Very Good
Guest User
The hotel is generally very good, clean and smells good, but sometimes there are some strange people near the hotel, probably because of the city, and the internet speed is quite satisfactory. Not very fast
Price per night from:$215
Holiday Inn Express & Suites SANTA CRUZ by IHG
8.3/10
Very Good
Liang Yu
Good bed, good room, clean enough. Wafer press is good. Hotel has free water (No odor), ice and coffee. Good enough breakfast.
Price per night from:$239
Chaminade Resort & Spa
8.0/10
Very Good
Posted on Feb 16, 2026
Guest User
We had a really nice time at the resort. The staff are very helpful and friendly and the food and service at the restaurant is excellent. The beds are very comfy and the resort is very quiet. My only critical feedback is that despite some new construction on the rooms, there were no large lights in the closet, we literally had to use our phone flashlights to see anything, the bathrooms are really small and are only equipped with minimal towels, and it’s a bit difficult and awkward to request a room refresh and clean towels.
Price per night from:$172
Best Western Inn
7.9/10
Good
Guest User
High cost performance, rich breakfast, good location, especially the breakfast is very rich, the front desk is also very friendly
Price per night from:$149
Ocean Gate Inn
7.1/10
Guest User
It was good.the service was great they responded for any questions.
Price per night from:$98
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
7.1/10
Guest User
Very professional and helpful front desk staff. Great deal and location
Price per night from:$129
Surf City Inn & Suites
6.8/10
Guest User
The front desk staff are very proactive, kind, and extremely responsive. Their customer service is outstanding. They went above and beyond to help me enjoy my stay. The hotel amenities are exactly what I was looking for. It’s a nice place to stay with the family because of updated kitchen and cleanliness.
Price per night from:$89
Frequently asked questions
What's the best hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from $223),Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from $171) and Bay Front Inn (from $122)
are the most popular hotels.
Which hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are good for families?
Seaway Inn (from $240)
is a popular family-friendly hotel.
What's the average price of hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center this weekend?
According to Trip.com, the average weekend price for 1 night stay in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz is $355. Due to frequent price changes, the above prices are for reference only.
What are some of the best hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
A perfect breakfast gives you energy for the day. If you want to stay at a hotel near Santa Cruz Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center with a high-quality breakfast, you can consider staying
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from $223),Courtyard Santa Cruz (from $219) and Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (from $211)
.These hotels are very popular, so book early.
What's the average price of hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center per night?
According to Trip.com, the average price for 1 night hotel in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz is $191. Due to frequent price changes, the above prices are for reference only.
What are some of the best hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
If you are worried about choosing a hotel, you can consider staying
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from $223),Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from $171) and Bay Front Inn (from $122)
. These hotels are highly rated, so you should book early.
What hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center have parking?
If you plan to travel by car to Santa Cruz Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, you may wish to stay
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from $223),Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from $171) and Beachview Inn (from $132)
. These are popular hotels with parking lots.
What hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center have swimming pools?
When summer arrives, there’s nothing like a family trip to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz to make the most of sunny days. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from $223),Courtyard Santa Cruz (from $219) and Bay Front Inn (from $122) are popular hotels with pools where you can relax and enjoy the summer vibe.
What's the best luxury hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa (from $405)
is the best luxury hotel.
Which hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center have gyms?
In recent years, public awareness for body health has increased, so many hotels have fitness rooms.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from $223),Courtyard Santa Cruz (from $219) and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection (from $220) are popular hotels with a fitness room.
Which hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center have free Wi-Fi?
The hotel's Wi-Fi is especially important for independent or business travelers.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from $223),Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from $171) and Beachview Inn (from $132)
are popular hotels with free Wi-Fi.
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Santa Cruz Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Information
| Number of reviews | 5,170 |
|---|---|
| Total properties | 58 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | $271 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | $412 |
| Trending hotel | La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz |
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