The Best Hotels Closest to Boardwalk Bowl in Santa Cruz for 2026

Q: What's the area like around Boardwalk Bowl?

Boardwalk Bowl is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 169 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: What's the best place to stay near Boardwalk Bowl?

Adjacent to Boardwalk Bowl, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz .

Q: How many hotels should I expect to find near Boardwalk Bowl?

Expedia has 169 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Boardwalk Bowl.

Q: If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Boardwalk Bowl, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Boardwalk Bowl.

Q: Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Boardwalk Bowl?

For more details about updating your stay near Boardwalk Bowl or cancelling it, click here .

Q: What can I see and do near Boardwalk Bowl?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

Our top choices for Boardwalk Bowl hotels

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1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Elizabeth

₩667,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Brian

₩556,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 2 - Jul 3

3. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Nicole

₩395,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

4. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl

William Thomas

₩262,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 16 - Jun 17

5. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Roxana

₩269,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 16 - Jun 17

Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

6. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Jan

₩210,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Alexis

₩430,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 2 - Jul 3

2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

8. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Richard

₩196,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

9. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Jane

₩298,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

10. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Boardwalk Bowl

CARLA

₩200,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

11. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Emere

₩166,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

12. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Monique

₩372,279 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

13. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Miguel

₩215,596 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Boardwalk Bowl

joel

₩334,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

15. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Mike

₩195,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Lynda

₩467,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

17. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Lucia

₩266,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 22 - Jun 23

18. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Sonny

₩137,657 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 16 - Jun 17

19. Continental Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Scott newlin

₩182,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Boardwalk Bowl

Maria

₩222,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Boardwalk Bowl

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 336 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,013 reviews	View
Marea Sol Hotel	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,584 reviews	View
Pacific Blue Inn	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 927 reviews	View
Mission Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,014 reviews	View

Top Boardwalk Bowl Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

2/10 Terrible

"Attention!!!!! Be aware of this property!!!!! Last weekend my family & I stayed in this hotel, when we arrived the check in was easy and everything was going well. The room was so dirty, not well cleaned, left over used toilet paper, the doors were stain of makeup and some type of orange sticky food, could be Cheetos, the walls were all dirty and the certain was full of dryed ice cream from days before. That’s not it there is more! Friday afternoon we got some dinner sat in the patio where there is tables and chair, and a person first asked how to get a hold of front desk and we told him where to go, he then came back and ask for a water bottle, left to his room and came back downstairs and sat in the patio, he started mentioning all the types of drugs he was selling and also that he was hiding from the cops!!!! When this was heard I didn’t feel comfortable I try to get a hold of the front desk for hours and no answer no reply, until the next day and still didn’t want to give my money back!!!!! Will not stay here again, this was my 2nd time staying in this hotel and 1st time didn’t have a problem but this time it was unacceptable, I will not be staying here and if you have small kids be aware because this hotels approves a lot of drug dealers to walk in and out of the property. Is a very nice place but will not be staying here ever. Be aware!!!!! Always read the reviews!!!!!"

Casablanca On The Beach

4/10 Poor

"There was no hot water, and when we informed the receptionist she said to run the tap for 15 minutes. That didn’t work AND the shower head was totally broken from the wall so we had to hold it while attempting to bathe ourselves. The light socket was falling off the wall, which is a serious electrical code issue, and the cable box for the TV was hanging from the cords to the TV. A very run down place, and the receptionist was unfriendly and had no sympathy about our hot water. Very disappointed when paying almost $300 for the room!!"

Beachview Inn

4/10 Poor

"Closeness to the board walk and beaches was a plus. The property wasn’t well maintained. The room was recently painted but the fixtures had outlived their day, very shabby. The TV connection to the cable didn’t work the first night. That bathroom door was so warped it couldn’t close. No place to hang clothing. Lots of noise from the parking area and street."

Hotels near other Boardwalk Bowl attractions

Santa Cruz Wharf

4.5/5 (2,069 reviews)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Boardwalk Bowl?

Boardwalk Bowl is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 169 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Boardwalk Bowl?

Adjacent to Boardwalk Bowl, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Boardwalk Bowl?

Expedia has 169 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Boardwalk Bowl.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Boardwalk Bowl, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Boardwalk Bowl.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Boardwalk Bowl?

For more details about updating your stay near Boardwalk Bowl or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Boardwalk Bowl?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Boardwalk Bowl hotels

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. Marea Sol Hotel

4. Pacific Blue Inn

5. Mission Inn

6. Rio Vista Suites

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8. Seaside Inn & Suites

9. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

11. Drift Inn

12. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

13. Beachview Inn

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

15. Hitching Post Studios Inn

16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

17. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

18. National 9 Santa Cruz

19. Continental Inn

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Boardwalk Bowl

Top Boardwalk Bowl Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Hotels near other Boardwalk Bowl attractions

Santa Cruz Wharf

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