Eastside Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz

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Popular places to visit

Sunrise at Walton Lighthouse

Santa Cruz Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Santa Cruz Harbor
"Hibiscus Tiliaceus"

Pleasure Point Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Pleasure Point Park
Another beautiful sunset 🌇

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.5/5(2,013 reviews)

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
The place where you can't stay straight.

Mystery Spot

4/5(639 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
Santa Cruz Wharf

Santa Cruz Wharf

4.5/5(85 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Park

4.5/5(251 reviews)

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Natural Bridges State Park

Eastside Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 out of 5
401 Johans Beach Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AED 542 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
AED 542
AED 622 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (499 reviews)
"They are wonderful. Samantha was excellent and so kind. The location can’t be beat. A great staycation spot for locals."

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2 out of 5
1717 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AED 261 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
AED 261
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (191 reviews)
What A Surprise
"This is such a charming little gem that I almost hate to share the property -- especially on event/holiday bookings! This was my first time staying at this rustic hideaway and it was close to everything (yet quiet!), the proprietor and staff were SUPER Santa Cruz friendly and the rooms were clean ..."

Reviewed on 31 March 2025

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.
Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.
Santa Cruz
The price is AED 2,531 per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
AED 2,531
AED 5,378 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (252 reviews)
Excellent location for a family vacation to the beach
"House is in a perfect location for days spent at the beach, which is just down the street, no driving required. Neighborhood is quiet and it's peaceful enough to sleep with the windows open to enjoy the sea air. The large dining table was enjoyed for every family meal and the home comfortably slept ..."

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.
Beautiful retreat- 5 min walk from the Beach!
Beautiful retreat- 5 min walk from the Beach!
Santa Cruz
The price is AED 1,098 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
AED 1,098
AED 1,796 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located nearby.
Wonderful stay
"The property was in great location. Quaint, quiet and great space. Two master bedrooms with full baths. 1/2 bath off living room area. Sleeps 6 comfortably. 4 adults and kids in living room on fold out or sleeping bag, air mattress on floor."

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

Beautiful retreat- 5 min walk from the Beach!
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AED 514 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
AED 514
AED 587 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,126 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly staff. Very close to boardwalk!"

Reviewed on 27 March 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
The price is AED 511 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
AED 511
AED 588 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Inviting and Engaging Hotel
"We hosted 11 performers for two shows at 418 Project behind the hotel. Performers were very happy with their rooms and proximity to the venue. The last evening more than 30 of us gathered at the bar. The bar staff were excellent and accommodating. A lot of people to land at one time and the bar tenders ..."

Reviewed on 24 March 2025

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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Other neighborhoods around Eastside Santa Cruz

Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Upper Seabright
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Midtown

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midtown and surrounding area, you can visit Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street.

Midtown
Evening stroll at the Seabright Beach. If you are lucky, you might run into Matt performing amazing bike tricks by the lighthouse. #LifeAtExpedia #sunset #goldenBeach #blueSky

Seabright

While visiting Seabright, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach.

Seabright
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Bananna Belt

While Bananna Belt isn't home to many top sights, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bananna Belt
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Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Main Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats
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Downtown Santa Cruz

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Santa Cruz

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