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Ocean Pacific Lodge - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Ocean Pacific Lodge
8.2 Very Good
R2 913+
R2 913+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Motel Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Motel Santa Cruz
5.5 Fair
R2 094+
R2 094+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Carousel Beach Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Carousel Beach Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Carousel Beach Inn
8.1 Very Good
R3 630+
R3 630+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Capri Motel Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
6.7 Okay
R1 855+
R1 855+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Motel 6 Santa Cruz. Ca - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Motel 6 Santa Cruz. Ca - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Motel 6 Santa Cruz. Ca
4.6 Mediocre
R1 955+
R1 955+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hitching Post Studios Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Hitching Post Studios Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Hitching Post Studios Inn
8.6 Very Good
R2 768+
R2 768+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Islander Motel - Santa Cruz - Building
The Islander Motel - Santa Cruz - Building
The Islander Motel
8.1 Very Good
R2 080+
R2 080+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
National 9 Motel - Santa Cruz - Pool
National 9 Motel - Santa Cruz - Pool
National 9 Motel
8.2 Very Good
R2 852+
R2 852+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Sunny Cove Motel - Santa Cruz
Sunny Cove Motel - Santa Cruz
Sunny Cove Motel
9.1 Wonderful
R3 219+
R3 219+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Drift Inn, Llc - Santa Cruz
Drift Inn, Llc - Santa Cruz
Drift Inn, Llc
8.2 Very Good
R1 965+
R1 965+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
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KAYAK’s insights for motels in Santa Cruz

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Which month has the cheapest motel rates in Santa Cruz?

Motels are cheapest in Santa Cruz in September, with average rates of R24 244. In comparison, August is the most expensive month, with prices at R47 477.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a motel in Santa Cruz?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Santa Cruz, with an average nightly price of R25 647. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at R38 715.
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Low season

September

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

R1 570

Average price (weekend night)

R1 849
Cheapest month to stay with an average 33% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 30% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding Santa Cruz motel deals

  • 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.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their motel in San Francisco for 7 days.

FAQs when booking a motel in Santa Cruz

  • 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 R152 compared to R266 for a night in a hotel.

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