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Compare 866 hotels close to University of California with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Inn At Pasatiempo
Lobby

Inn At Pasatiempo

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Nice quiet"
The price is AED 400
AED 460 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Inn At Pasatiempo
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Front of property

Beach Street Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Me and my wife stayed the weekend for our 2 year anniversary went to the boardwalk and it was amazing "
The price is AED 571
AED 655 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"I had a fantastic stay at Hyatt Place Santa Cruz! The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming from the moment I arrived. My room was clean, spacious, and comfortable—perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the area."
The price is AED 411
AED 477 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1188)
"Glad the hotel has garage parking otherwise it could be nuts this close to the beach. I didn't really care for our room being so close to the pool but things settled down by nine o'clock. "
The price is AED 514
AED 592 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Fern River Resort
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (421)
"The place is Rustic and the property is well kept. The staff are very friendly. I gave it fours star, it would been five stars if the studio unit I stayed for 3 nights the shower valve did not work so great. It is very hard to adjust the water temperture. The water is too hot or too cold, It would be best to upgrade the shower valve. I think I wasted alot of water because it took me very long to get the tempurture warm so i can take a shower. I had to leave it on and switch with my kids or...
The price is AED 360
AED 496 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Fern River Resort
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Marea Sol Hotel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (841)
"Staff were very nice and helpful. Parking was annoying but not too bad. Rooms felt new and clean. Comfortable beds. Close to everything. Would stay here again. "
The price is AED 474
AED 547 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Marea Sol Hotel
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"We love the dream inn, and always will. See you soon!"
The price is AED 878
AED 1,000 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Mission Inn
Front of property - evening/night

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Easy access "
The price is AED 393
AED 482 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Mission Inn
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (506)
"Nice hotel, very little grassy area when traveling with dogs."
The price is AED 512
AED 590 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Reception

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Room was bright, clean and very comfortable. Staff was very friendly."
The price is AED 441
AED 510 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (836)
"Great location, close to shops and restaurants "
The price is AED 400
AED 475 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Pacific Blue Inn
Seaway Inn
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (32)
"Super great!"
The price is AED 584
AED 691 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Seaway Inn
Inn at Depot Hill
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Kyoto) | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Inn at Depot Hill

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (689)
"Cozy and charming come to mind as the inn is very warm and welcoming! We enjoyed our time in Capitola, as usual!"
The price is AED 1,053
AED 1,503 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Inn at Depot Hill
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Nice room with plenty of space."
The price is AED 511
AED 587 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"best motel i’ve ever stayed at! "
The price is AED 327
AED 423 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Reception

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"I asked if I could check in earlier so I can use the fridge in the room. The manager was kind enough to let me check in and drop my belongings in the room. There are cameras everywhere so I feel safe when I travel to SC for work. The rooms are clean and it’s such a quiet property, I like that my car is outside my door. "
The price is AED 297
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196)
"Room clean bed great"
The price is AED 314
AED 362 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Seaside Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio

Seaside Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (708)
" Very friendly staff, very clean and comfortable."
The price is AED 347
AED 437 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Seaside Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Was in a nice area close to shopping and everything youd need or want to do while in town. "
The price is AED 463
AED 534 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Monarch Cove Inn
Front of property

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (805)
"This is a great quiet property with an amazing view. We'd stay here again! The bed was very comfortable, and staff was very nice!"
The price is AED 701
AED 797 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Monarch Cove Inn
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Frequently asked questions

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 369 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of California, Santa Cruz?

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz. Other good choices within 5 miles include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to University of California, Santa Cruz?

Expedia has 369 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from University of California, Santa Cruz.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near University of California, Santa Cruz.

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What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Cruz?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Roaring Camp Railroads, Lighthouse Point Park, and Felton Covered Bridge Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, University Terrace Dog Park, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.