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Best Santa Cruz motels

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Motel Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Building
Motel Santa Cruz
4.7 Mediocre
C$ 236+
C$ 236+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Aqua Breeze Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Aqua Breeze Inn
7.4 Good
C$ 366+
C$ 366+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Carousel Beach Inn
8.2 Very good
C$ 405+
C$ 405+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Beachview Inn
7.3 Good
C$ 260+
C$ 260+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
The Islander Motel
7.9 Good
C$ 189+
C$ 189+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
National 9 Santa Cruz
7.6 Good
C$ 460+
C$ 460+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Sunny Cove Motel
9.1 Wonderful
C$ 266+
C$ 266+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Budget Inn Santa Cruz
7.7 Good
C$ 190+
C$ 190+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi

How much is a Santa Cruz motel?

Here are our most popular & best value motels

2 stars and below

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 147

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 257
Cheapest month to stay with an average 42% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 38% 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 February and December.
  • 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 Thursday.
  • 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 C$ 249, while the most expensive was C$ 293.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their motel in San Francisco for 3 days.

FAQs when booking a motel in Santa Cruz

  • What are the best motels near Pasatiempo Golf Course?

    Pasatiempo Golf Course is a popular area in Santa Cruz and there are many motels closeby. Check out Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA or National 9 Santa Cruz for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Pasatiempo Golf Course.

  • 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 C$ 172 but KAYAK users have found motels for as cheap as C$ 76 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 C$ 172 compared to C$ 332 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best motels in Santa Cruz?

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