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Highest-rated hotelMai Suites Apart Hotel – 4.8
Cheapest month to bookFebruary
Average 4-star hotel priceAED 247 per night
Average 5-star hotel priceAED 295 per night

How to find the best hotel deals in Santa Cruz

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How to find the best hotel deal in Santa Cruz

  • You've locked in your ideal flight. Now let the same smart search engine find you the best rates on Santa Cruz hotels. These tips will get you one step closer to sliding that room key into the door.

  • The earlier you book, the better off you are. You're more likely to find a lower rate on a Santa Cruz hotel and have a greater range of choice when you plan ahead.

  • However, you could still find a last-minute bargain. Although prices typically rise closer to your stay, some places drop rates a day or two before to fill empty rooms, especially when it's quiet.

  • Stay flexible with your dates to snag better rates. Search for hotels in different months or seasons. Even going during the week (instead of weekends) can save you cash.

  • Browse around for stays with free cancellation. Lock in a great offer today and easily cancel later if your travel plans change.

When to go to Santa Cruz

  • The travel season reaches its height in August. If you like to keep your itinerary full and your days busy, this is a fantastic time to book a hotel in Santa Cruz.

  • September is the best month to lock in your Santa Cruz hotel for a calmer, quieter visit.

  • Good weather can make all the difference when choosing travel dates. If you prefer warmer conditions, September typically delivers with temperatures that reach a high of 39ºC (102ºF).

  • The coolest time of year is July. Expect lows of 14ºC (57ºF).

  • If you're hoping for clearer skies, search for Santa Cruz hotels during July. With an average of two days of rain, this is the driest month.

  • The wettest time of year is February. Plan your trip then and you can expect to get around 15 days of rainfall.

Flying to Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)

  • Book a flight to Santa Cruz and step off the plane at Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport (VVI), this city's main airport. It's about 177 kilometers from the center.

  • Reaching central Santa Cruz takes roughly 45 minutes on public transport. When driving, it's about 25 minutes.

  • Or stay nice and close to VVI at Sun Hotel, which has a 5-star rating. Its overall experience scores above 4 out of 5.

Finding cheap hotels in Santa Cruz: FAQs

In Santa Cruz, the expected average temperature in May is 24°C. The warmest month is typically December, which averages 33°C. The coolest month is June, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is February, and the driest month is July.

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Santa Cruz with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Of course, the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is AED 29 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for AED 42 per night.

The average price of a hotel during the week is AED 165 per night, and the average price on weekends is AED 168. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Santa Cruz could be Thursday.

The nearest airport to Santa Cruz is Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport (VVI), which is 13.8km from the city center.

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Thursday is the cheapest day to stay in Santa Cruz, and the most expensive day seems to be Saturday.

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Santa Cruz is currently around AED 225 per night, and the cheapest 3-star hotel we've found is AED 89 per night.

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz is currently around AED 219 per night, and the cheapest 4-star hotel we've found is AED 98 per night.

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Santa Cruz is currently around AED 353 per night, and the cheapest 5-star hotel we've found is AED 115 per night.

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Santa Cruz is February, with an average price of AED 161 per night. The most expensive month is May, when the average room rate can be up to AED 275 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels to fancy 5-star hotels.

The average price of a hotel in May is AED 275 per night, which is around 31% higher than the rest of the year.
If you’re planning a trip with the whole family, the best-rated hotels for you near Santa Cruz are Mai Suites Apart Hotel, Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra Hotel and Los Tajibos, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.