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Santa Cruz County, located on the picturesque Pacific coast of California, offers a delightful blend of natural beauty and vibrant culture, making it an ideal travel destination. Known for its stunning beaches and redwood forests, the county provides a perfect backdrop for relaxation and adventure. Visitors can choose to stay in charming neighborhoods like Capitola, known for its colorful beachfront and quaint shops, or the bustling city of Santa Cruz, which offers a lively boardwalk and a variety of dining options.
Top attractions in Santa Cruz County include the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a historic amusement park with thrilling rides and games, and the serene Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, where visitors can marvel at towering ancient trees. The county's proximity to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary also makes it a prime spot for whale watching and exploring marine life.
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Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz · 6.39 mi from centre
8.4
972 reviews
With a stay at Rio Vista Suites in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz · 6.03 mi from centre
9.0
912 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Hyatt Place Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This hotel is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Mystery Spot.

Motel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz · 6.68 mi from centre
8.6
913 reviews
With a stay at Ocean Pacific Lodge in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This motel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz · 6.68 mi from centre
9.2
1,067 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Mystery Spot.

Motel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz · 6.78 mi from centre
7.0
982 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz, you'll be centrally located in Santa Cruz, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This motel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Mystery Spot.

Bed & breakfast in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz · 6.82 mi from centre
9.4
469 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This bed & breakfast is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Santa Cruz County, Scotts Valley · 2.85 mi from centre
8.0
964 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley in Scotts Valley, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This hotel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Mystery Spot and 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz.

Hotel in Santa Cruz County, Scotts Valley · 3.08 mi from centre
8.2
891 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley in Scotts Valley, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This hotel is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Mystery Spot and 8.1 mi (13 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz.

Resort in Santa Cruz · 3.71 mi from centre
7.8
938 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Santa Cruz, Chaminade Resort & Spa is in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Capitola Mercantile and Santa Cruz Wharf. This spa resort is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Santa Cruz · 3.73 mi from centre
8.0
977 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Santa Cruz, Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley is in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Pacific Avenue. This hotel is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Roaring Camp Railroads and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Santa Cruz Wharf.

Hotel in Santa Cruz County, Capitola · 4.37 mi from centre
8.6
929 reviews
When you stay at Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea in Capitola, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach. This hotel is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Monterey Bay and 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Mystery Spot.

Bed & breakfast in Santa Cruz County, Capitola · 4.86 mi from centre
9.4
686 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Inn at Depot Hill in Capitola, you'll be by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Capitola Beach and Capitola Wharf. This bed & breakfast is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Rio Del Mar Beach and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Motel in Santa Cruz · 5.05 mi from centre
8.6
185 reviews
With a stay at Hitching Post Studios Inn, you'll be centrally located in Santa Cruz, a 4-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 7 minutes from Monterey Bay. This motel is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Mystery Spot and 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz.

Hotel in Santa Cruz County, Capitola · 5.06 mi from centre
9.0
362 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Capitola Hotel in Capitola, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach. This hotel is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Monterey Bay and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Santa Cruz County, Capitola · 5.08 mi from centre
8.6
680 reviews
When you stay at Capitola Venetian Hotel in Capitola, you'll be on the beach, a 1-minute drive from Capitola Beach and 9 minutes from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This beach hotel is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Monterey Bay and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Santa Cruz · 5.14 mi from centre
9.2
969 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites in Santa Cruz, you'll be near the beach, a 5-minute drive from Capitola Beach and 8 minutes from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This hotel is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Monterey Bay and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Santa Cruz · 5.23 mi from centre
9.2
973 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola in Santa Cruz, you'll be in a shopping district, a 5-minute drive from Capitola Beach and 8 minutes from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This hotel is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Monterey Bay and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Santa Cruz County, Aptos · 5.28 mi from centre
8.4
1,071 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Aptos, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Capitola Beach and 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz · 5.49 mi from centre
7.8
965 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Best Western Inn in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes from Monterey Bay. This hotel is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Mystery Spot.

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz · 5.51 mi from centre
8.4
968 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Comfort Inn Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes from Monterey Bay. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Mystery Spot.