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 Knights Inn Santa Cruz, Mission Hospital, Summit School, Fruitvale School (historical) and Cabrillo Assembly of God Church.
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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Vino By The Sea ( Dining / Other ). Located at 55 Municipal Wharf. Vino By The Sea is known for serving local wines and beers, as well as having the best ocean views on the Santa Cruz Wharf.
vino-by-the-sea.com 
Veg On The Edge ( / Vegetarian ). Located at 725 Front Street. We are an African/American vegan fusion restaurant with amazing flavors. We’ll feed your mind, spirit and of course your belly.
vegontheedge.com
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
Flower Bar ( Dining / Other ). Located at 912 Cedar Street. Flower Bar is a full-service floral studio in a delightful cafe setting to bring you delicious comforts and warm company. Stay a while, or grab something and run - either way, we are here for you.
flowerbarsantacruz.com
Vasili’s Greek Restaurant ( Dining / Greek
). Located at 1501 Mission Street. Vasilis Greek Restaurant is a long-time culinary tradition in Santa Cruz.
Our food is authentic and always fresh, our vibe is warm, our staff are super friendly, and we want to feed you and make you feel at home. Please call us for take out, catering or large groups.
www.vasilisgreekrestaurant.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
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