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 Zayante Fire Protection District Station 2, Happy Valley Elementary School, Boulder Creek Fire Protection District, Harbor High School and Santa Cruz Small Craft Harbor.
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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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 
Gilda’s Family Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 37 Municipal Wharf. A Santa Cruz tradition for over 50 years, located at the center of the iconic Santa Cruz Wharf and across from the world famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
www.gildas-restaurant.com
Tramonti ( Dining / Other ). Located at 528 Seabright Avenue. Tramonti serves authentic Italian pizza, pasta, fresh salads, regional specialties and house made desserts. We use locally-sourced, organic products or unique ones imported from Italy. We are in the heart of Seabright, steps from the beach.
Our recipes reflect family traditions and the simplicity and warmth of a true Italian cusine.
tramontisantacruz.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
Jack O’neill Restaurant & Lounge ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 175 West Cliff Drive. Jack O’Neill Restaurant and Lounge is now open for indoor dining. Come enjoy the best of Santa Cruz dining, and full ocean views.
Our menu offers selections for the whole family and ingredients and libations all sourced locally.
www.jackoneillrestaurant.com
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
Renamed properties
- Days Inn at 600 Riverside Avenue may have been previously known as Santa Cruz Beach Inn
- The Islander Motel at 522 Ocean Street may have been previously known as Best Value Inn
- 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
- Surf City Inn & Suites at 619 Riverside Avenue may have been previously known as Santa Cruz Riviera TravelodgeBeachway Inn and Suites or Econo Lodge
- Oceana Inn at 525 Ocean Street may have been previously known as Travelodge
- Casablanca Inn On The Beach at 101 Main Street may have been previously known as Casa Blanca Motel
- Ocean Gate Inn at 111 Ocean Street may have been previously known as Sandpiper Lodge