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Santa Cruz 4-star Hotels

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Santa Cruz, United States
may. 7 — may. 82
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Travel insights for hotels in Santa Cruz

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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Santa Cruz?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Santa Cruz is January ($132). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Cruz is July ($265).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Santa Cruz?

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Cruz is Tuesday ($146). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $269.

How much is a hotel in Santa Cruz tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Santa Cruz tonight starting as low as $82, rising to an average cost of $197, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $85 for a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz for tonight.

How much is a Santa Cruz hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Santa Cruz this weekend for as little as $152/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $214/night. For a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz, the cheapest rate recently found was $152/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Santa Cruz?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 46 days before your trip to Santa Cruz. The lowest price found when booking 46 days ahead was $109 per night.

Cheapest 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz

Discover affordable 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz can be found for as low as $159 per night. Price data was last updated on abril 30, 2025
These are the lowest-priced 4-star hotels our users have recently found in Santa Cruz. Prices may vary based on dates selected and hotel location.
Show all 4 4-star hotels
611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$159
Avg. per night
1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
2.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$233
Avg. per night
175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$282
Avg. per night

Other star-rated hotels in Santa Cruz

Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” have the most attractive prices based on their popularity. Price data was last updated on abril 30, 2025.
Not set on a 4-star hotel? We’ve got plenty of other options for you to choose from. These are the most popular and best value properties in Santa Cruz based on hotel class.
3 stars
201 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1025 Laurel Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
174 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
555 Highway 17, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
2 stars and under
325 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
619 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
110 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
600 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Explore different areas within Santa Cruz to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on abril 30, 2025.
The map below shows all 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz. Zoom in to find popular attractions and click on a nearby hotel for more information about the property.

Facts about 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz

Find useful tips and insights about 4-star hotels in Santa Cruz to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on abril 30, 2025.
  • How much does a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz cost?

    A 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz generally starts at $99 per night, with an average price of about $263.

  • What is the cheapest 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz?

    In Santa Cruz, you can stay at The Aqua Pacific Hotel, the most affordable 4-star hotel, priced from $99 per night.

  • What is the best 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz?

    In Santa Cruz, Dream Inn Santa Cruz is often praised as the premier choice among 4-star hotels, boasting a user review score of 8.7 and an average price of $472 per night.

Stay elsewhere in Santa Cruz

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