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Ocean Pacific Lodge - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Ocean Pacific Lodge
8.1 Very Good
$175+
$175+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Motel Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Motel Santa Cruz
4.6 Mediocre
$130+
$130+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Aqua Breeze Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Aqua Breeze Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Aqua Breeze Inn
7.5 Good
$459+
$459+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Carousel Beach Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Carousel Beach Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Carousel Beach Inn
8.2 Very Good
$186+
$186+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Beachview Inn - Santa Cruz - Restaurant
Beachview Inn - Santa Cruz - Restaurant
Beachview Inn
7.4 Good
$169+
$169+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz - Restaurant
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz - Restaurant
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
6.5 Okay
$120+
$120+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Motel 6 Santa Cruz. Ca - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Motel 6 Santa Cruz. Ca - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Motel 6 Santa Cruz. Ca
4.6 Mediocre
$137+
$137+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Hitching Post Studios Inn - Santa Cruz - Kitchen
Hitching Post Studios Inn - Santa Cruz - Kitchen
Hitching Post Studios Inn
7.9 Good
$150+
$150+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
The Islander Motel Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Building
The Islander Motel Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Building
The Islander Motel Santa Cruz
7.9 Good
$147+
$147+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
National 9 Motel - Santa Cruz - Pool
National 9 Motel - Santa Cruz - Pool
National 9 Motel
7.8 Good
$162+
$162+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Sunny Cove Motel - Santa Cruz
Sunny Cove Motel - Santa Cruz
Sunny Cove Motel
9 Wonderful
$235+
$235+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Drift Inn, Llc - Santa Cruz
Drift Inn, Llc - Santa Cruz
Drift Inn, Llc
7.8 Good
$756+
$756+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
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Low season

September

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

$134

Average price (weekend night)

$159
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 213% rise in price.
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Top tips for finding Santa Cruz motel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a Santa Cruz motel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their motel in San Francisco for 1 day.

FAQs when booking a motel in Santa Cruz

  • How much does a motel cost in Santa Cruz?

    Motel prices in Santa Cruz can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a motel in Santa Cruz is $95 but KAYAK users have found motels for as cheap as $74 in the last 3 days.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in Santa Cruz?

    The average price for a night in a motel in Santa Cruz is $95 compared to $205 for a night in a hotel.

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