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Best Santa Cruz motels

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Motel Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Building
Motel Santa Cruz
4.7 Mediocre
$195+
$195+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Aqua Breeze Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Aqua Breeze Inn
7.3 Good
$250+
$250+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Carousel Beach Inn
8.2 Very good
$252+
$252+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Beachview Inn
7.3 Good
$167+
$167+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Capri Motel
6.5 Okay
$106+
$106+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Drift Inn, Llc
7.7 Good
$132+
$132+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Sunny Cove Motel
9.1 Wonderful
$219+
$219+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly

How much is a Santa Cruz motel?

Here are our most popular & best value motels

2 stars and below

Good to know

Low season

October

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

$106

Average price (weekend night)

$170
Cheapest month to stay with an average 33% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 76% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a motel in Santa Cruz

Price per night / 3-star motel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

Top tips for finding Santa Cruz motel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap motel in Santa Cruz, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced motels in Santa Cruz in October and November.
  • Motel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best motel deals in Santa Cruz if you stay on a Tuesday. The most expensive day for motel bookings is Friday.
  • 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.
  • The cheapest 3-star motel in San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $100, while the most expensive was $455.
  • 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

  • What are the best motels near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular area in Santa Cruz and there are many motels closeby. Check out Aqua Breeze Inn or Carousel Beach Inn for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

  • 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 $160 but KAYAK users have found motels for as cheap as $70 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 $160 compared to $318 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best motels in Santa Cruz?

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