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Best Santa Cruz motels

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Ocean Pacific Lodge - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Santa Cruz, CA
8.2Very good(1876)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$120+
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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
6.9Okay(1093)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$98+
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Motel Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Motel Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
5.8Fair(1070)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$117+
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Carousel Beach Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Carousel Beach Inn
Santa Cruz, CA
8.2Very good(2008)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$126+
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Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz, CA
6.5Okay(683)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$75+
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Motel 6 Santa Cruz. Ca - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Motel 6 Santa Cruz. Ca
Santa Cruz, CA
4.6Mediocre(594)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$426+
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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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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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National 9 Motel - Santa Cruz - Pool
National 9 Motel
Santa Cruz, CA
8.2Very good(1150)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$87+
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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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Drift Inn, Llc - Santa Cruz
Drift Inn, Llc
Santa Cruz, CA
8.2Very good(1212)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$87+
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KAYAK’s insights for motels in Santa Cruz

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Which month has the cheapest motel rates in Santa Cruz?

Motels are cheapest in Santa Cruz in January, with average rates of $79. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at $284.

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

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in Santa Cruz, with an average nightly price of $94. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at $202.
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Low season

January

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

$134

Average price (weekend night)

$164
Cheapest month to stay with an average 40% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 115% 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 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

  • 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 Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz or Carousel Beach Inn for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

  • 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 $207 compared to $322 for a night in a hotel.

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