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Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (488)
"Lovely cottage style hotel right next to a beautiful beach. Can't go wrong! Walls are a little thin but adds to the character. Would stay again!"
The price is AED 509
AED 585 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (543)
"Always a great stay at the hitching post! Room was convenient and nicely remodeled recently. The was was so comfortable. "
The price is AED 312
AED 360 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Harbor Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"Location is excellent. Unfortunately the TV didn’t work, but internet was fine"
The price is AED 400
AED 456 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Harbor Inn

Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Wonderful place in a great location. Look forward to renting it again."
Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome

Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (308)
" Love the spacing, lots of room to spread out and big enough dining areas to share a nice meal together. Location is so perfect and relaxing, wake up to the sunrise and turn unwind with the sunset. Will definitely stay here again! "
The price is AED 2,777
AED 5,702 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.

Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"Beautiful yard, beautiful furnishings. Everything was clearly marked and easy to use. They had everything we needed. Basement inlaw suite was wanted by all and we had to negotiate. The fridge was huge but like the microwave, was too high for much of my family, (4 of us are under 5'2"). They even had a few board games and puzzles. Was a little disappointed the puzzle we tried was missing pieces, but it is understandable."
Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach

Clean, Newly Remodeled Home Steps to Beach, HOT TUB, LARGE deck w/ocean peek

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (249)
"We had an incredible time during our visit! The house was in a beautiful and safe neighborhood, close to the beach, and restaurants/ coffee/ the boardwalk. Lots of street parking. The house was very clean, well stocked, and well set up to spend lots of time together with family or friends. The only issue we had was that the keys were not inside the lockbox at check in, but there were alternate ways to get inside the house - all listed in the check in instructions - and the property manager was...
Clean, Newly Remodeled Home Steps to Beach, HOT TUB, LARGE deck w/ocean peek

Beautiful Craftsman Style Home

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (95)
"Loved the attention to detail keeping it Craftsman "
Beautiful Craftsman Style Home

Adorable Seabright Bungalow - Steps to the Beach!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (145)
"Great place to have fun, family time and enjoy the beach life."
Adorable Seabright Bungalow - Steps to the Beach!

The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
"My son and I decided to drive over to Santa Cruz for some great eats and beach time. Beautiful and comforting stay. Owners are kind. View is amazing! Thank you!"
The price is AED 422
AED 691 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views
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Frequently asked questions

What is Eastside Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches, Eastside Santa Cruz offers a lot for the traveler planning a beach getaway.
What's the best hotel for a beach vacation in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is a top beach hotel offering free breakfast and free WiFi, located within a short 1-minute walk of Sunny Cove Beach.
How many beach hotels will I be able to find in Eastside Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 8 beach hotels in Eastside Santa Cruz that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Eastside Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temperature of 63°F,
  • Coldest months: February, March, January, and December
  • Driest months: August, July, September, and June
  • Rainiest months: December, January, February, and March
What is there to see and do around Eastside Santa Cruz?
After arriving and checking into your hotel, you’ll probably want to explore your surroundings. If you can’t wait to check out the beaches, head to Seabright Beach or Harbor Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Santa Cruz Harbor or Pleasure Point Park.