Places to stay in Santa Cruz, California
We currently have 62 accommodations in and around Santa Cruz. There are also other regional listings available for RV parks, Hotels, Motor Inns and other properties. You can filter these listings by the available types.
Santa Cruz is the county seat and largest city of Santa Cruz County, California in the United States of America. It is located on the northern edge of the Monterey Bay, about 72 mi south of San Francisco. Local dining options include Scrumptious Fish And Chips Food Trailer, La Sofrita, Red Restaurant And Bar, and Full Steam Dumpling.
If you are travelling in the area, Santa Cruz is located close to Mike Fox Park, Meadow Trail, Scotts Valley, Foreman Creek and Lodato Park.
The center of Santa Cruz ( which is at is longitude -122°1'58.8 and latitude 36°58'26.04 ) is located 5 miles away from Capitola, 6 miles away from Felton, 6 miles away from Scotts Valley and 8 miles away from Aptos.
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Avanti Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 1917 Mission Street. We serve you organic vegetables, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats and poultry, organic milk, butter and eggs, locally roasted coffee and house made desserts in our new elegant location.
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Taqueria Jalapeños Y Pupuseria ( Dining / Other ). Located at 107 Leonard Street. We’re proud to bring both Salvadorian & Mexican cuisine to Santa Cruz.
scpupusas.com
Malabar Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 514 Front Street. Malabar Restaurant offers an impressive selection of seafood and vegetarian, and vegan dishes inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine. We also offer gluten-free options.
www.malabar-restaurant.com
Dolphin Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 71 Municipal Wharf. The Dolphin Restaurant is a classic diner at the end of the Santa Cruz Wharf. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner a half mile offshore in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. A favorite of locals and visitors alike you can dine indoors, on the best patio on the Wharf or you can order from our Walk Up/To-Go Window and then sit on a picnic table as you listen to the sea lions just below.
dolphinrestaurant.net
Firefish Grill ( Dining / Other ). Located at 25 Municipal Wharf. Add some fire to your next dining experience at the Firefish Grill. We specialize in fresh, traditional seafood, steaks and homemade pasta dishes served California-cuisine style at reasonable prices. We feature a mesquite charcoal broiler in our exhibition kitchen. When it comes to refreshment, we offer a full bar, specialty drinks, and a selection of beer and wine. You’ll experience fabulous ocean views from every seat in the house. Celebrating over 30 delicious years on the Santa Cruz Wharf.
www.firefishgrill.net
Bantam ( Dining / Other ). Located at 1010 Fair Avenue. Bantam is a family and a community!
We offer a space to come and pass the time, bring your friends, lovers, clan and colleagues. Bantam is your hot slice of happiness on Santa Cruz’s Westside. Please join us for some tasty food, refreshing beverages, warm smiles and smooth jams.
www.bantam1010.com
Renamed properties
- Ocean Gate Inn at 111 Ocean Street may have been previously known as Sandpiper Lodge
- Surf City Inn & Suites at 619 Riverside Avenue may have been previously known as Beachway Inn and SuitesSanta Cruz Riviera Travelodge or Econo Lodge
- The Islander Motel at 522 Ocean Street may have been previously known as Best Value Inn
- Oceana Inn at 525 Ocean Street may have been previously known as Travelodge
- Howard Johnson at 130 West Cliff Drive may have been previously known as Ramada Limited
- Dream Inn at 175 West CLIFF Drive may have been previously known as Santa Cruz Dream Inn
- Days Inn at 600 Riverside Avenue may have been previously known as Santa Cruz Beach Inn
- Casablanca Inn On The Beach at 101 Main Street may have been previously known as Casa Blanca Motel