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Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.7Good(1466)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 102+
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National 9 Motel - Santa Cruz - Pool
National 9 Motel
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.3Very Good(1203)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
S$ 107+
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Hitching Post Studios Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.4Very Good(790)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 114+
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Beachview Inn - Santa Cruz - Restaurant
Beachview Inn
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.7Good(1291)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 124+
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Ocean Pacific Lodge - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(1941)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
S$ 129+
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Aqua Breeze Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Aqua Breeze Inn
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.7Good(1566)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
S$ 132+
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Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
7.9Good(1547)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
S$ 140+
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Pacific Blue Inn - Santa Cruz - Patio
Pacific Blue Inn
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(731)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
S$ 150+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz By IHG - Santa Cruz - Pool
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz By IHG
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.0Very Good(914)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
S$ 167+
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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Building
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.2Very Good(279)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
S$ 168+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Balcony
La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(702)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
S$ 192+
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Marea Sol Hotel - Santa Cruz - Patio
Marea Sol Hotel
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(430)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
S$ 200+
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Sea & Sand Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Sea & Sand Inn
Santa Cruz, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(426)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 381+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for budget hotels in Santa Cruz

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Santa Cruz with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest rates for budget hotels?

Budget hotels in Santa Cruz are cheapest in December, with an average rate of S$ 125. On the other hand, they are at their most expensive in July, where the average price is S$ 375.

How much is a budget hotel in Santa Cruz for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star budget hotel room in Santa Cruz found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was S$ 165, while a 4-star budget hotel the lowest price was S$ 650. The cheapest room found overall was for S$ 130.

How much is a budget hotel in Santa Cruz for this weekend?

The cheapest budget hotel room in Santa Cruz for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for S$ 171 per night. For the same dates, 3-star budget hotel rooms have been found for as low as S$ 171 per night and 4-star budget hotel rooms from S$ 588 per night.

How early should you book a budget hotel in Santa Cruz?

Book at least 48 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Santa Cruz budget hotel.

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December
July
S$ 203
S$ 315
S$ 67
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 65% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest budget hotel room rate in the last 7 days

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 December and January.
  • Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally, rooms cost less on a Sunday. The most expensive night for a stay is Saturday.
  • The cheapest budget hotel room in Santa Cruz found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was S$ 90. The most expensive cost S$ 176.

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