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Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Business services
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1005)
cleanliness
Travelers find a welcoming atmosphere and excellent dining options at this Santa Cruz retreat where relaxation comes naturally and hospitality shines
What verified guests said
"Very comfortable updated rooms. However, the pool and area need attention. The onsite restaurant was excellent. "
"Very comfortable updated rooms. However, the pool and area need attention. The onsite restaurant was excellent. "
Inn At Pasatiempo highlights
Inn At Pasatiempo provides a peaceful getaway near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy American dishes at the Back Nine Grill & Bar, relax beside the outdoor pool, or use the business center to stay connected while traveling.
Inn At Pasatiempo provides a peaceful getaway near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy American dishes at the Back Nine Grill & Bar, relax beside the outdoor pool, or use the business center to stay connected while traveling.
Santa Cruz beachside getaway offers poolside relaxation and easy access to local attractions, with thoughtful amenities for a stress-free stay
What verified guests said
"Really cute, clean rooms, & the most amazing staff!! Everyone was so sweet. Most definitely stay again "
"Really cute, clean rooms, & the most amazing staff!! Everyone was so sweet. Most definitely stay again "
Beach Street Inn and Suites highlights
Beach Street Inn and Suites is minutes from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Relax in the spa tub or by the outdoor pool. The 24-hour front desk, concierge services, laundry facilities, and luggage storage ensure a comfortable visit.
Beach Street Inn and Suites is minutes from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Relax in the spa tub or by the outdoor pool. The 24-hour front desk, concierge services, laundry facilities, and luggage storage ensure a comfortable visit.
Beachside retreat on Santa Cruz's coast offers a perfect blend of ocean views and warm hospitality for travelers seeking coastal relaxation
What verified guests said
"Great location "
"Great location "
Seaway Inn highlights
The Seaway Inn sits along Santa Cruz's scenic shoreline, offering travelers a place to unwind with ocean views from the terrace. Guests appreciate the helpful staff while making use of practical amenities including free in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and concierge services.
The Seaway Inn sits along Santa Cruz's scenic shoreline, offering travelers a place to unwind with ocean views from the terrace. Guests appreciate the helpful staff while making use of practical amenities including free in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and concierge services.
Travelers can relax at this ocean-inspired hotel with its inviting outdoor pool and cozy firepit - perfect after a day exploring the nearby beaches.
What verified guests said
"Loved this stay!"
"Loved this stay!"
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz highlights
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is near the Beach Boardwalk, offering continental breakfast and a welcoming firepit. Enjoy the outdoor pool, 24-hour gym, coworking spaces, free in-room WiFi, and helpful staff.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is near the Beach Boardwalk, offering continental breakfast and a welcoming firepit. Enjoy the outdoor pool, 24-hour gym, coworking spaces, free in-room WiFi, and helpful staff.
Where seaside charm meets modern comforts. Relax by the firepit or lounge by the pool for an unforgettable getaway.
What verified guests said
"Great location, friendly staff and nice room with a comfy bed."
"Great location, friendly staff and nice room with a comfy bed."
Marea Sol Hotel highlights
Marea Sol Hotel offers beachside convenience and amenities. Guests love the rooftop terrace, outdoor entertainment area, and pool. The 24-hour front desk is helpful, and in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. Proximity to boardwalk attractions is highly valued.
Marea Sol Hotel offers beachside convenience and amenities. Guests love the rooftop terrace, outdoor entertainment area, and pool. The 24-hour front desk is helpful, and in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. Proximity to boardwalk attractions is highly valued.
Travelers soak up beachfront relaxation at this coastal retreat, where the heated outdoor pool beckons and ocean views enhance every meal
What verified guests said
"Beautiful property and great accommodations."
"Beautiful property and great accommodations."
Dream Inn Santa Cruz highlights
Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers beachfront living with ocean views from Jack O'Neill Restaurant. Guests enjoy dry cleaning services, luggage storage, and friendly staff. The heated pool with comfy sun loungers is a popular gathering spot all day.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers beachfront living with ocean views from Jack O'Neill Restaurant. Guests enjoy dry cleaning services, luggage storage, and friendly staff. The heated pool with comfy sun loungers is a popular gathering spot all day.
Travelers find serenity in the garden or sauna at this peaceful retreat, where the attentive staff excel at helping guests discover the surrounding natural wonders.
What verified guests said
"Great place to stay "
"Great place to stay "
Mission Inn highlights
Just minutes from Monterey Bay, Mission Inn offers a complimentary continental breakfast and a tranquil garden setting. Guests can rejuvenate in the sauna or spa tub, enjoy free WiFi, and benefit from the staff's praised local knowledge.
Just minutes from Monterey Bay, Mission Inn offers a complimentary continental breakfast and a tranquil garden setting. Guests can rejuvenate in the sauna or spa tub, enjoy free WiFi, and benefit from the staff's praised local knowledge.
Savor your stay near Monterey Bay with delicious breakfasts and thoughtful touches like laundry services and electric car charging stations.
What verified guests said
"Nice, clean hotel, free parking, good dining options nearby."
"Nice, clean hotel, free parking, good dining options nearby."
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA highlights
At Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA, you can look forward to a warm welcome near Monterey Bay. Enjoy a breakfast buffet and unwind with in-room WiFi or at the gym. You'll also appreciate dry cleaning/laundry services, snack bar/deli options and helpful staff who have left previous guests feeling well cared for.
At Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA, you can look forward to a warm welcome near Monterey Bay. Enjoy a breakfast buffet and unwind with in-room WiFi or at the gym. You'll also appreciate dry cleaning/laundry services, snack bar/deli options and helpful staff who have left previous guests feeling well cared for.
Recharge in style near Monterey Bay with comfortable vibes and modern conveniences.
What verified guests said
"Clean, comfortable and conveniently located near downtown and the beach . Definitely will be coming back , staff was friendly and the breakfast was delightful. "
"Clean, comfortable and conveniently located near downtown and the beach . Definitely will be coming back , staff was friendly and the breakfast was delightful. "
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA highlights
In the heart of Santa Cruz, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA offers a refreshing retreat. Enjoy to-go breakfast, unwind at the spa tub or outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. With convenient amenities like free self parking and express check-in/out options plus a 24-hour gym you'll feel right at home.
In the heart of Santa Cruz, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA offers a refreshing retreat. Enjoy to-go breakfast, unwind at the spa tub or outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. With convenient amenities like free self parking and express check-in/out options plus a 24-hour gym you'll feel right at home.
Santa Cruz's beachside retreat offers a refreshing breakfast buffet and outdoor pool just steps from the Boardwalk's famous attractions
What verified guests said
"Enjoyed my stay"
"Enjoyed my stay"
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz highlights
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is perfectly located near the Beach Boardwalk. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, or soak in the spa tub. Free in-room WiFi and attentive staff enhance the experience.
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is perfectly located near the Beach Boardwalk. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, or soak in the spa tub. Free in-room WiFi and attentive staff enhance the experience.
A peaceful seaside retreat near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk where guests can enjoy morning coffee in the garden and explore coastal routes on rented bicycles
What verified guests said
"Love the location, recently built in 2008 so very new! Would come again! "
"Love the location, recently built in 2008 so very new! Would come again! "
Pacific Blue Inn highlights
Pacific Blue Inn welcomes travelers with its tranquil garden and sunny terrace just minutes from the boardwalk. Guests can connect to WiFi in their rooms, play a game of billiards near the coffee corner, or take the inn's rental bikes to discover beautiful coastal paths.
Pacific Blue Inn welcomes travelers with its tranquil garden and sunny terrace just minutes from the boardwalk. Guests can connect to WiFi in their rooms, play a game of billiards near the coffee corner, or take the inn's rental bikes to discover beautiful coastal paths.
Guests enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast at this peaceful retreat near two beautiful beaches, where mornings begin with coffee on the inviting porch
What verified guests said
"Great place to stay!"
"Great place to stay!"
Inn at Depot Hill highlights
The Inn at Depot Hill, near Capitola Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach, offers a quiet escape. Guests enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast, a manager's reception, and garden relaxation. In-room WiFi is available, and the staff is praised for their helpfulness.
The Inn at Depot Hill, near Capitola Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach, offers a quiet escape. Guests enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast, a manager's reception, and garden relaxation. In-room WiFi is available, and the staff is praised for their helpfulness.
This beachside motel offers a peaceful retreat with attentive staff, a relaxing garden, and a business center for staying connected.
What verified guests said
"We only stayed one night, it was clean, comfortable with excellent parking and excellent facilities in the room."
"We only stayed one night, it was clean, comfortable with excellent parking and excellent facilities in the room."
Hitching Post Studios Inn highlights
Located near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Hitching Post Studios Inn welcomes travelers with multilingual staff. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, convenient laundry facilities, a relaxing garden, and a business center for work needs.
Located near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Hitching Post Studios Inn welcomes travelers with multilingual staff. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, convenient laundry facilities, a relaxing garden, and a business center for work needs.
Travelers can lounge by the inviting outdoor pool with private cabanas or sample local flavors at the stylish restaurant of this distinctive Santa Cruz retreat
What verified guests said
"Great and friendly staff members. "
"Great and friendly staff members. "
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection highlights
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests enjoy American dishes at Solaire Restaurant + Bar, relax poolside in cabanas, unwind in the spa tub, explore the garden, and discover new reads in the library.
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests enjoy American dishes at Solaire Restaurant + Bar, relax poolside in cabanas, unwind in the spa tub, explore the garden, and discover new reads in the library.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.6 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1002)
cleanliness
Travelers start their day with a complimentary continental breakfast before heading to the outdoor pool or relaxing in the spa tub at this coastal getaway
What verified guests said
"Beautiful place! The breakfast included was fantastic and the staff was super friendly 😊"
"Beautiful place! The breakfast included was fantastic and the staff was super friendly 😊"
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites highlights
Located near Capitola Beach, the Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites offers a praised free continental breakfast. The property features an outdoor pool, spa tub, and fitness center. Rooms include WiFi, and the staff is highly rated for their helpfulness.
Located near Capitola Beach, the Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites offers a praised free continental breakfast. The property features an outdoor pool, spa tub, and fitness center. Rooms include WiFi, and the staff is highly rated for their helpfulness.
Travelers soak up the California sun at the outdoor pool during the day, then take evening strolls along Santa Cruz's iconic beach boardwalk as night falls
What verified guests said
"Great place to stay!"
"Great place to stay!"
Ocean Pacific Lodge highlights
Ocean Pacific Lodge in Santa Cruz offers a welcoming retreat with an outdoor pool and two spa tubs. Guests enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage throughout their stay.
Ocean Pacific Lodge in Santa Cruz offers a welcoming retreat with an outdoor pool and two spa tubs. Guests enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage throughout their stay.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
3.3 km from University of California, Santa Cruz
Pool
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Business services
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1097)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1097)
cleanliness
Travelers enjoy a full breakfast at this beachside spot before relaxing by the seasonal outdoor pool or hitting the 24-hour fitness center
What verified guests said
"Convenient location to Santa Cruz boardwalk, decent breakfast, friendly and helpful staff. "
"Convenient location to Santa Cruz boardwalk, decent breakfast, friendly and helpful staff. "
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG highlights
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz offers a warm welcome and practical comforts for every traveler. Guests start each morning with a full breakfast, use on-site laundry facilities, work out in the 24-hour gym, relax in the sauna, or lounge by the seasonal outdoor pool.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz offers a warm welcome and practical comforts for every traveler. Guests start each morning with a full breakfast, use on-site laundry facilities, work out in the 24-hour gym, relax in the sauna, or lounge by the seasonal outdoor pool.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotels near Other Attractions
Hotels near Other Attractions
Ocean Street
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.
During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Explore the lovely green spaces of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Explore the lovely green spaces of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Play a round of golf in Santa Cruz at Pasatiempo Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
"I had an extremely fun stay. The pool, beach access, and the boardwalk were all steps away. The staff throughout the property were polite and helpful. Having the coffee shop in the lobby was convenient and they were so nice.
All around I had a great stay. "
A verified traveler stayed at Dream Inn Santa Cruz
What's the area like around University of California, Santa Cruz?
University of California, Santa Cruz is located in an area that travelers like for its sporting events. You'll find 390 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
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What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Cruz?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton Covered Bridge Park, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, University Terrace Dog Park, and Branciforte Dog Park.