Santa Cruz Hostel

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Santa Cruz Hostel Comprised of five renovated Victorian cottages, Santa Cruz Hostel is now offering vacation rentals of individual cottages.

Santa Cruz Hostel is a beautiful travelers hostel located in the restored 1870's Carmelita Cottages on Beach Hill only minutes from the beach, boardwalk and downtown!

10/24/2026

A little sunshine, a little ocean breeze, and a whole lot of good vibes ☀️🌴

Just a reminder that your next Santa Cruz getaway is waiting for you 💛

Book your stay through the link in our bio!

10/22/2026

Staff Spotlight: Meet Jordan!

Say hello to Jordan, another of the friendly faces you’ll find at the Santa Cruz Hostel front desk!

She is also a student at UCSC and loves baking, crocheting, playing volleyball and animals!

Come by and say hi and swap travel stories, she has some good ones!

If you are staying with us through the weekend and craving some sweets, then we’ve got the perfect event for you!Join us...
10/18/2026

If you are staying with us through the weekend and craving some sweets, then we’ve got the perfect event for you!

Join us every Sunday evening for some tasty smores around the fire 🙂 All ages and genders are welcome!

When? Every Sunday at 6pm
Where? Here at the Hostel of course!
Cost? Free! Donations are always appreciated though ❤️

Weekend pick? Take it slow! Cruise around, do some shopping, get a snack. Enjoy the views!
10/17/2026

Weekend pick? Take it slow!

Cruise around, do some shopping, get a snack. Enjoy the views!

10/16/2026

We've had such a fun summer and awesome guests!

Here are some highlights and what some of them had to say about the hostel and Santa Cruz.

Still haven't visited?! What are you waiting for!? Link in bio to book your trip!

We're not crying, you're crying. No but really we wanted to give a shout to Syd! She has been an amazing member of our h...
10/14/2026

We're not crying, you're crying.

No but really we wanted to give a shout to Syd! She has been an amazing member of our hostel family, baking breads, planning events and First Fridays, greeting all of our lovely guests, and spreading fun and good vibes!

She's moving on with an epic road trip planned down South and going where the wind takes her for a bit! We are sad but excited for her and her next chapter. If you've interacted with Syd comment and give her a shout. We will miss you Syd!

10/14/2026

What an awesome event!

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate at this year’s Beach Hill Bash!

We ate, drank, laughed, bid on some pretty great auction baskets, tried our luck at the raffle, and celebrated the community that makes the Santa Cruz Hostel so special.

A huge thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, helped put the event together, and showed up to support.

Because of you, we can keep creating opportunities for people to experience the coast through affordable lodging, cultural exchange, and community.

We’re already looking forward to the next one. 🌊

Thank you, Santa Cruz!

Silent Auction Spotlight: Capitola Charm 🌊Here’s your second and final sneak peek at our silent auction baskets!This Cap...
10/09/2026

Silent Auction Spotlight: Capitola Charm 🌊

Here’s your second and final sneak peek at our silent auction baskets!

This Capitola Charm package includes:

🏨 One night at Best Western Inn & Suites Capitola-by-the-Sea
🍽️ $125 gift card to Shadowbrook Restaurant, celebrating 80 years!
🎁 A mystery item from Capitola Village + a Canvas Zipper bag

And this is just 2 of 13 silent auction baskets you’ll find at the Beach Hill Bash.

We’re keeping the rest a surprise, so come to the event to check out all 13, place your bids, and see what catches your eye.

📍 October 10th from 1-4 pm at the Santa Cruz Hostel

Huge thanks to Best Western Inn & Suites Capitola-by-the-Sea, , and for helping make this year's auction possible.

Come bid and celebrate with us!

Ready for the weekend? We’ve got some local favorites up for grabs in the Beach Hill Bash raffle!santacruz Grab...
10/08/2026

Ready for the weekend?

We’ve got some local favorites up for grabs in the Beach Hill Bash raffle!santacruz

Grab your tickets at the link in bio and at the event for a chance to win some good eats, sweet treats, coffee, and more while supporting the Santa Cruz Hostel.

Grab some tickets and get ready for the weekend! 🎟️❤️

Address

321 Main Street
Santa Cruz, CA
95060

Telephone

+18314238304

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