Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz

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Beachview Inn Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.0/10
Very Good109 reviews
0.07km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Public parking
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
From £46
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.8/10
Very Good106 reviews
0.14km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Private parking
Car Charging Facilities
From £119
Casablanca Inn on the Beach Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.3/10
Very Good101 reviews
0.17km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Golf Course
Surfing
From £74
Bay Front Inn Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
7.3/10
96 reviews
0.26km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
From £47
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
7.5/10
101 reviews
0.07km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Private parking
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
From £91
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.2/10
Very Good102 reviews
0.79km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Private parking
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
From £52
Courtyard Santa Cruz Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.7/10
Very Good120 reviews
0.63km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Outdoor swimming pool
Surfing
From £100
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
7.6/10
Good106 reviews
0.71km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Public parking
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
From £65
SeaSide Inn & Suites Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
7.9/10
Good103 reviews
1.39km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Parking
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
From £45
Ocean Pacific Lodge Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
8.6/10
Very Good101 reviews
0.31km from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Public parking
Luggage Storage
From £67
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Top Pick Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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Check out our most booked hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center from the past 30 days!
No.1
9.4/10
101 reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Santa Cruz | 0.26KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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No.2
9.1/10
104 reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz | 0.17KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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No.3
8.9/10
47 reviews

Carousel Beach Inn

Santa Cruz | 0.64KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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No.4
7.7/10
103 reviews

Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz | 0.82KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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No.5
6.8/10
101 reviews

Hotel Solares

Santa Cruz | 0.86KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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No.6
8.0/10
101 reviews

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Santa Cruz | 1.41KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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No.7
7.1/10
102 reviews

Ocean Gate Inn

Santa Cruz | 0.93KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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No.8
8.3/10
124 reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Santa Cruz | 1.54KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Great amenities"
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No.9
9.2/10
98 reviews

Seaway Inn

Santa Cruz | 0.15KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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No.10
7.2/10
110 reviews

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz | 1.89KM from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
"Good Location"
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Beach Street Inn and Suites

9.1/10
Great
Guest User
Waiting in line for coffee was an annoyance but still didn’t diminish the luxury feel of my stay. The largest inconvenience was the gates after 10. My first time someone was waiting there right away, but the second time I had to exit my vehicle and call from the buzzer to no answer. I only got voicemail. Eventually got in, but I was very uncomfortable in that dark area by myself, and it took long enough for someone else to pull in behind me. I appreciated the super convenient filtered water and laundry amenities that I wish were standard everywhere. I asked for a printed receipt, but their printer was down and they assured me I’d get an email, which I haven’t. Trip.com does not seem to have registered that I completed my stay, so there is something iffy among their booking and trip.com’s ledger.
Price per night from:£98

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8.9/10
Very Good
Guest User
Large room, helpful staff (they even received my package), and great breakfast. Valet parking is $19 per night.
Price per night from:£118

Pacific Blue Inn

8.9/10
Very Good
shinobikazuma25
Always pick this hotel when I'm staying in Santa Cruz. The staff are friendly and the rooms are spacious and clean. It's a 10 minute walk into downtown for all your shopping and restaurant needs.
Price per night from:£66

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

8.4/10
Very Good
Guest User
The hotel is generally very good, clean and smells good, but sometimes there are some strange people near the hotel, probably because of the city, and the internet speed is quite satisfactory. Not very fast
Price per night from:£112

Holiday Inn Express & Suites SANTA CRUZ by IHG

8.3/10
Very Good
Liang Yu
Good bed, good room, clean enough. Wafer press is good. Hotel has free water (No odor), ice and coffee. Good enough breakfast.
Price per night from:£106

Chaminade Resort & Spa

8.2/10
Very Good
Posted on Feb 16, 2026
Guest User
We had a really nice time at the resort. The staff are very helpful and friendly and the food and service at the restaurant is excellent. The beds are very comfy and the resort is very quiet. My only critical feedback is that despite some new construction on the rooms, there were no large lights in the closet, we literally had to use our phone flashlights to see anything, the bathrooms are really small and are only equipped with minimal towels, and it’s a bit difficult and awkward to request a room refresh and clean towels.
Price per night from:£175

Best Western Inn

7.9/10
Good
Anonymous User
High cost performance, rich breakfast, good location, especially the breakfast is very rich, the front desk is also very friendly
Price per night from:£88

Comfort Inn Boardwalk

7.5/10
Posted on May 3, 2023
phtkym
Its location is excellent, just a few minutes walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable, but the air conditioner was so noisy, it kept running for the whole night and kept generating unpleasant noise during our sleep. Also, the microwave was not functioning properly, it couldn’t be used after just a few minutes of microwaving food (which we think it failed due to overheating), and we had to wait for more than 10 minutes before it could be used again. We had to move the microwave from the shelf under the TV to another locaton so that it can be cooled down faster.
Price per night from:£82

Surf City Inn & Suites

6.9/10
Guest User
The front desk staff are very proactive, kind, and extremely responsive. Their customer service is outstanding. They went above and beyond to help me enjoy my stay. The hotel amenities are exactly what I was looking for. It’s a nice place to stay with the family because of updated kitchen and cleanliness.
Price per night from:£57

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

If you are worried about choosing a hotel, you can consider staying at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from £106),Beachview Inn (from £67) and Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from £78) . These hotels are highly rated, so you should book early.

What are the most popular hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

Which hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are good for families?

Seaway Inn (from £117) is a popular family-friendly hotel.

What hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center have parking?

If you plan to travel by car to Santa Cruz Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, you may wish to stay La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from £106),Beachview Inn (from £67) and Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from £78) . These are popular hotels with parking lots.

What hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center offer breakfast?

A perfect breakfast gives you energy for the day. If you want to stay at a hotel near Santa Cruz Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center with a high-quality breakfast, you can consider staying La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from £106),Courtyard Santa Cruz (from £113) and La Bahia Hotel and Spa (from £205) .These hotels are very popular, so book early.

What's the best luxury hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa (from £205) is the best luxury hotel.

What hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center have swimming pools?

When summer arrives, there’s nothing like a family trip to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz to make the most of sunny days. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from £106),Courtyard Santa Cruz (from £113) and La Bahia Hotel and Spa (from £205) are popular hotels with pools where you can relax and enjoy the summer vibe.

Which hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center have gyms?

In recent years, public awareness for body health has increased, so many hotels have fitness rooms. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from £106),Courtyard Santa Cruz (from £113) and La Bahia Hotel and Spa (from £205) are popular hotels with a fitness room.

What's the average price of hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center per night?

According to Trip.com, the average price for 1 night hotel in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz is £142. Due to frequent price changes, the above prices are for reference only.

What's the average price of hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center this weekend?

According to Trip.com, the average weekend price for 1 night stay in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz is £264. Due to frequent price changes, the above prices are for reference only.

Which hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center have free Wi-Fi?

Whether you're travelling for business or leisure, Wi-Fi is an essential. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from £106), Beachview Inn (from £67) and Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from £78) are all popular hotels that have free Wi-Fi.

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Santa Cruz Hotels near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center Information

Number of reviews5,221
Total properties59
Weekday Avg. Price£155
Weekend Avg. Price£238
Trending hotelLa Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz