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Price trends for hotels in Santa Cruz

Pricing is based on two traveler single night rates
May
$359
Average price during May is $359
Jun
$409
Average price during June is $409
Jul
$443
Average price during July is $443
Aug
$220
Average price during August is $220
Sep
$144
Average price during September is $144
Oct
$148
Average price during October is $148
Nov
$148
Average price during November is $148
Dec
$134
Average price during December is $134
Jan
$120
Average price during January is $120
Feb
$134
Average price during February is $134
Mar
$215
Average price during March is $215
Apr
$272
Average price during April is $272
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May, High crowds, average high temperature 18 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 10 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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June, High crowds, average high temperature 20 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 12 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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July, High crowds, average high temperature 21 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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August, High crowds, average high temperature 22 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 14 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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September, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 22 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 14 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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October, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 21 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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November, Low crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 11 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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December, Low crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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January, Low crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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February, Low crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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March, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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April, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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Top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz

Top landmarks in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz and related destinations

Santa Cruz is admired for its sports and seaside while top attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Visitors highlight this walkable city's entertainment while sights include Ocean Street and Mission Santa Cruz.

Notable for its seaside, Point Pleasant - Toms River features attractions such as Island Beach State Park Entrance and Ocean County Mall. Visitors to this beachside city speak highly of the bars whereas sights include Seaside Park Beach and Funtown Pier.

New Jersey which includes general coastal views, a skyscraper and a city

Notable for its seaside, Ogunquit - Wells features attractions such as Footbridge Beach and Ogunquit Beach. This beachside city has something for everyone including seafood restaurants as well as sights like Moody Beach and Little Beach. All are within a scenic setting.

Ogunquit which includes night scenes

Red Bank - Tinton Falls is applauded for its live music and entertainment with such cultural attractions as Count Basie Theater and PNC Bank Art Center. Visitors highlight this beachside city's seaside while sights include Monmouth Mall and Monmouth Park.

Oregon Coast, well-known for its seaside and casinos, features attractions such as Cape Perpetua and Thor's Well. Visitors to this beachside city speak highly of the seafood restaurants whereas sights include Yachats Beach and Hobbit Trailhead.

Oregon Coast showing a lighthouse and tranquil scenes

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers like in Santa Cruz?
Where can I get free parking at my hotel in Santa Cruz?
Park your car for free at Prime1 BDRM Cottage, FAST WIFI, near ocean, W&D, Full kitchen and bath, BBQ!.
Can I book refundable hotels in Santa Cruz?
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Santa Cruz, most hotels offer refundable* bookable rates. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the “fully refundable” filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Santa Cruz if I'm looking for a cheap accommodation?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG, Marea Sol Hotel and Seaside Inn & Suites are a few accommodations you might want to consider that’ll save you money. You can browse more choices on our site, including 23 motels.
Where can I stay in Santa Cruz if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?
If you want a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 302 vacation homes. In addition, there are 22 apartments and 8 condos.
What will the weather in Santa Cruz be like during my visit?
The warmest months in Santa Cruz are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F. February and March are the chilliest months when the average temp is 52°F. The rainiest months are December and January.
Why should I book my Santa Cruz accommodation with Hotels.com?
There are plenty of reasons to book your Santa Cruz travel with us: our free cancellations on selected hotels* gives you the flexibility you’re looking for, and with One Key™, our rewards program, you will be able to earn and use OneKeyCash™** on all eligible bookings such as hotels, car rentals, flights, vacation rentals and more on Hotels.com, Expedia and Vrbo.