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Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise With New Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi - Santa Cruz - Living room
Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise With New Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi
Santa Cruz, CA
10Wonderful(1)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$849+
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The Midtown Cottage- w/ Private Entrance and Views - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
The Midtown Cottage- w/ Private Entrance and Views
Santa Cruz, CA
9.3Wonderful(74)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$195+
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Sunny Cove Motel - Santa Cruz
Sunny Cove Motel
Santa Cruz, CA
9.1Wonderful(185)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$136+
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Sea & Sand Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Sea & Sand Inn
Santa Cruz, CA
8.9Very good(390)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$261+
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Santa Cruz Hostel - Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Hostel
Santa Cruz, CA
8.9Very good(276)
Free Wi-Fi
$60+
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Hitching Post Studios Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Santa Cruz, CA
8.9Very good(732)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$109+
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Pacific Blue Inn - Santa Cruz - Patio
Pacific Blue Inn
Santa Cruz, CA
8.8Very good(703)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$149+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Building
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
8.7Very good(592)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$162+
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Marea Sol Hotel - Santa Cruz - Patio
Marea Sol Hotel
Santa Cruz, CA
8.6Very good(329)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$144+
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Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
8.5Very good(1402)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$123+
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Beach Hill Bungalow - Santa Cruz - Living room
Beach Hill Bungalow
Santa Cruz, CA
8.4Very good(22)
$251+
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Seaway Inn - Santa Cruz - Beach
Seaway Inn
Santa Cruz, CA
8.4Very good(954)
Parking
Pet friendly
$203+
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Mission Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Mission Inn
Santa Cruz, CA
8.3Very good(1397)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$154+
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Harbor Inn - Santa Cruz - Beach
Harbor Inn
Santa Cruz, CA
8.3Very good(287)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$117+
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The Islander Motel - Santa Cruz - Building
The Islander Motel
Santa Cruz, CA
8.2Very good(783)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$87+
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KAYAK’s insights for budget hotels in Santa Cruz

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Which month has the cheapest budget hotel rates in Santa Cruz?

Budget hotels are cheapest in Santa Cruz in January, with average rates of $94. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at $300.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a budget hotel in Santa Cruz?

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in Santa Cruz, with an average nightly price of $122. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at $285.

How early should you book a hotel in Santa Cruz?

Book at least 46 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Santa Cruz hotel.
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Low season

January

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

$136

Average price (weekend night)

$258
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 75% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Santa Cruz budget hotel deals

  • Prices for budget hotels in Santa Cruz are cheaper in the low season, which is in January and March.
  • Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally rooms cost less on a Wednesday. The most expensive night for a stay is Friday.
  • The cheapest budget hotel room in Santa Cruz found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $109. The most expensive cost $357.

FAQs about Santa Cruz budget hotels

  • How much does a room in a budget hotel in Santa Cruz cost?

    On average, budget hotel rooms in Santa Cruz cost $510. Depending on when you make your booking, when you book for, and other factors, it is possible to get better deals. The cheapest price booked on KAYAK in the last 3 days was $194.

  • Which highly-rated budget hotels in Santa Cruz are close to San Francisco Airport?

    Some of the best budget hotels in Santa Cruz that are in close proximity to the airport are Hotel Nova SFO by Fairbridge, Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Airport Burlingame and Hotel Aura San Francisco Airport.

Where to stay in a budget hotel in Santa Cruz?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in Santa Cruz by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

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