Here are a few of the nicer hotels in the area but as Santa Cruz is a tourist town there are many other options (but make sure to read reviews). Please feel free to reach out if you need more suggestions.
Near Santa Cruz Beach BoardwalkMake yourself at home in one of the 165 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.With a stay at Dream Inn Santa Cruz, you'll be centrally located
In Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz)Stay in one of 170 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.In the heart of Santa Cruz, Hotel Parado
Courtyard by Marriot Santa Cruz CA is ideally located two blocks from the sandy beaches and the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park.
In Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz)Stay in one of 13 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.With a stay at Babbling Brook Inn in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa