Explore 49 Luxury Hotels in Santa Cruz

Name: Oceana Inn
Rating: 5.8

Best Luxury Hotels in Santa Cruz

Inn at Depot Hill

250 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$409

includes taxes & fees

$365 per night

Apr 24 - Apr 25

This bed & breakfast features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning. A terrace and a garden ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (689 reviews)

Cozy and Charming 💕

"Cozy and charming come to mind as the inn is very warm and welcoming! We enjoyed our time in Capitola, as usual!"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025

Rio Sands Hotel

116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA

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$146

includes taxes & fees

$126 per night

Apr 24 - Apr 25

An outdoor pool, free self parking, and barbecue grills are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A 24-hour business center, a garden, and a ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)

Walk to the beach

"Great budget hotel to stay with kids"

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Beachview Inn

50 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA

$88

includes taxes & fees

$77 per night

Apr 24 - Apr 25

This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)

"This was our second time staying here. We love it, nice rooms, short walk to board walk and pier. We will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2025

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Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

6001 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA

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$117

includes taxes & fees

$101 per night

May 18 - May 19

This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Enjoy the hot tub and perks like free WiFi. Self parking, a 24-hour business center, and a terrace are ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,097 reviews)

"Great check in service, friendly and accommodating staff. Bed felt a little too broken in, so we didn’t sleep the best. Everything else was wonderful, though!"

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Continental Inn

414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA

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$92

includes taxes & fees

$79 per night

Apr 27 - Apr 28

This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)

"It’s good"

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Surf City Inn and Suites

619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

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$87

includes taxes & fees

$76 per night

Apr 24 - Apr 25

A full-service spa and an indoor pool are featured at this smoke-free motel. A business center, a garden, and a snack bar/deli are also on offer.

7/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)

"Perfect area to visit the boardwalk and downtown all within a short walk."

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

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$128

includes taxes & fees

$110 per night

May 5 - May 6

This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...

6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)

"Pool and hot tub were great. Nice clean rooms. Bed was a little hard but over all nice hotel for the price."

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

Oceana Inn

525 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA

Free self parking is available and the hotel's multilingual staff can provide around-the-clock assistance. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental ...

5.8/10 (1,000 reviews)

Ok for the price

"The rooms are getting very run down. Needs remodel, paint and fixtures fixed. Hotel.Com people get the homeless rooms I guess."

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2020

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Santa Cruz Luxury Hotels

Do you want to stay at an elegant 5 star hotel for your next getaway? Do you want to be pampered like royalty? When you're ready, the Santa Cruz luxury hotels are the plush oasis you’ve been looking for.

Choose from the best luxury hotels in Santa Cruz to make your stay as comfortable and memorable as possible. Deluxe amenities await you upon check-in—perks like a heated pool, luxurious spa, and 24-hour reception service will cater to your every need, no matter the hour. If you’re tired from the day’s activities and don’t feel like wandering around to look for a meal, sit down to dinner at one of the high-end restaurants on property or contact room service for a sophisticated dining experience in the comfort of your own suite. Getting to and from the airport will be an easy task as well because most of these fancy hotels offer a free shuttle service for easy transportation.

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Santa Cruz hotels essential information

Accommodation	680 hotels
Lowest Price	$87
Highest Price	$409
Popular hotels	Surf City Inn and Suites, Hotel Solares, Beachview Inn, Continental Inn, Rio Sands Hotel, Inn at Depot Hill, Oceana Inn, Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

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Top landmarks in Santa Cruz

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.

Recent Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews By Fellow Wanderers

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

5 out of 5

Posted 3 days ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Great check in service, friendly and accommodating staff. Bed felt a little too broken in, so we didn’t sleep the best. Everything else was wonderful, though!"

A verified traveler stayed at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

5 out of 5

Posted 3 days ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Decor was great, very stylish hotel and all staff was nice. Pool and hot tub were hard to access as it’s rather small for the amount of rooms there. All chairs and loungers were claimed by 9:00 am. We ended up using the pool and hot tub from 9:15-10:00 pm since that was really the only time it wasn’t super crowded. "

A verified traveler stayed at Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

5 out of 5

Posted 3 days ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"It was great stay for great price only issue was the parking was non existent if u left hotel and I had small children and did not want to ask that far with them to boardwalk! But other then that and having trouble getting enough towels for 7 people I had amazing stay beds were comfy and made up most every day there was coffee in room with mugs and the family suite was very spacious nice showers! I woudl definitely stay there again !"

A verified traveler stayed at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5

Posted 4 days ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"It was our first time staying in Santa Cruz. Loved the relaxed vibe of the hotel. The lounge/bar area was great for unwinding after a long day. At check in, Ethan was super friendly and welcoming! We arrived a little earlier than expected at he let us check in! Loved that! Will be returning. "

A verified traveler stayed at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection