Find Historic Hotels in Westside Santa Cruz, CA

You’re likely already making plans to see the historical sites while on vacation in Westside Santa Cruz. While you’re here, you can visit the theme park and beaches.

Based on our travel expertise, Casablanca On The Beach is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and free parking. Lighthouse Point Park is a short 18-minute walk away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include The Islander Motel Santa Cruz and West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn.

In Westside Santa Cruz, you’ll find 151 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Westside Santa Cruz is notable for landmarks like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Lighthouse Point Park, and Williams-Reynolds House. Cultural venues include Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History. Monterey Bay is another popular sight to explore.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two in a place that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Westside Santa Cruz, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value along with how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.