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A bright, modern bedroom at Value Hotels Santa Cruz features a bed, sofa, small table, and TV. Large sliding glass doors provide a view of the ocean, palm trees, and patio. The room showcases wood ceiling beams and minimalistic decor with light walls and wooden flooring.

Best Value Hotels in Santa Cruz County

Need a place to stay in Santa Cruz? Here are our picks for the best value hotels in Santa Cruz. Featured photo courtesy of Beach […]

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A luxurious hotel lobby in Monterey boasts a high glass ceiling and large indoor trees, creating a natural ambiance. The space is furnished with modern seating arrangements in various styles and colors, centered on a blue rug. Warm lighting enhances the inviting atmosphere, offering value beyond typical hotels.

Best Value Hotels in Monterey

Should a traveler to the Monterey Peninsula of California be so inspired, they could spend upwards of $5,000 on lodging for a given trip, easy.

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hotel room with queen bed and views of the Monterey Bay at Seascape Beach Resort in Santa Cruz, California

Best Waterfront Hotels in Santa Cruz County

Need a place to stay in Santa Cruz? Here are our picks for the best Santa Cruz hotels for a waterfront stay. Featured photo courtesy

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A crowded pool and beach at the Dream Inn in Santa Cruz, California.

Best Wellness & Spa Hotels in Santa Cruz County

Need a place to stay in Santa Cruz? Here are our picks for the best Santa Cruz hotels for wellness and spas. Featured photo: Courtesy

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A modern hotel room with a king-sized bed, wooden furniture, and a geometric patterned accent wall. The room leads out to a balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic ocean view with waves and a pier in the distance—one of the Four Santa Cruz Hotels to put on your Radar.

Best Luxury Hotels in Santa Cruz County

Need a place to stay in Santa Cruz? Here are our picks for the best Santa Cruz hotels for luxury. Featured photo courtesy of Dream

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A dish on a wooden table with thinly sliced salmon, quartered boiled eggs, capers, and a small portion of rice, served on a floral-patterned plate. Next to the dish is a loaf of bread on an ornate, vintage-style green and yellow grill; truly the best lunch on the Monterey Peninsula.

Best Lunch on the Monterey Peninsula

Picking a great lunch spot around the Monterey Bay Area can create a decision-making crisis. That happens in 1-square-mile Carmel-by-the-Sea on its own, where there

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A serene outdoor pool area overlooking the ocean, with rows of lounge chairs and yellow umbrellas lining the perimeter. The calm blue water of the pool mirrors the clear sky above. Ideal for Santa Cruz group getaway hotels, the ocean is visible in the background under a sunny sky.

Best Hotels in Santa Cruz County for Group Getaways

Need a place to stay in Santa Cruz? Here are our picks for the best Santa Cruz hotels for group getaways. Featured photo courtesy of

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A curved patio area with black Adirondack chairs encircling a fire pit sits before lush greenery and distant trees under a partly cloudy sky. Further seating on the lawn offers a serene view, perfect for unwinding after exploring Four Santa Cruz Hotels to put on your Radar.

Best Romantic Hotels in Santa Cruz County

Need a place to stay in Santa Cruz? Here are our picks for the best Santa Cruz hotels for romance. Featured photo: Courtesy of Chaminade

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A gourmet dinner featuring a perfectly grilled steak, garnished with herbs, roasted potatoes, and a fresh salad is served on a white plate. A glass of red wine and part of a wine bottle are visible in the foreground, completing the elegant Carmel dining setup.

Best Dinner in Carmel

At the end of a long day taking in the sights of Carmel, nothing hits the spot quite like a relaxing dinner. As expected from

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A scenic outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs overlooks a lush green field and rolling hills, reminiscent of Ocean View Restaurants in Carmel. Two people are seated at a table, enjoying drinks. The sky is partly cloudy, and the area is surrounded by tall trees and a white fence.

Best Ocean View Restaurants in Carmel

Even after a day at the beach, there’s something about the sandy shores of Carmel that keep calling people back. Why tear yourself away from

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