Hotels near University of California

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Ocean Street in Westside Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is walkable and that it has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Pacific Avenue and Pacific Garden Mall.

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a visit to Mission Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from central Santa Cruz, why not stop by during your stay? Our travellers also like this walkable area for its beaches. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Felton Covered Bridge Park and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, both nearby.

Ready for an education in local botany? University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum should make your list of places to visit, located 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from central Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is full of friendly people and that it has lots of nice beaches. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to University Terrace Dog Park, just a short walk away.

After visiting University Terrace Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.