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Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A building with a covered entrance, numbered 550, and outdoor planters with various plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Unwind just steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where Mediterranean charm meets seaside bliss at this sun-drenched coastal retreat.
₩191,138
₩280,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror, and a picture of palm trees on the wall.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

2. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Breathtaking white sand beach access with sun-soaked shoreline and rooftop terrace just steps from Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
₩146,767
₩170,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Marea Sol Hotel
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A rectangular swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

3. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
₩99,111
₩131,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
₩122,687
₩152,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Mission Inn
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beach view from a balcony with a round table and chairs, palm trees, and a pier in the distance.
A balcony with a view of a beach, palm trees, and the ocean.

5. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Bask in the golden sunshine just steps from the sand at this beachfront retreat, where ocean views and boardwalk adventures await.
₩117,119
₩189,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Casablanca On The Beach
Terrace/patio
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩169,990
₩196,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Relax in paradise steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where sandy shores meet spa-quality pampering and the boardwalk beckons.
₩175,210
₩202,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a vanity with a mirror.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
  • Soak up the sun just steps from Hooper Beach, with an outdoor pool, whale watching, and kayaking adventures waiting at this coastal retreat.
₩180,898
₩208,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.
A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.
A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

9. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Sun-kissed coastal getaway steps away from the sandy shore, with hiking trails nearby and easy access to Santa Cruz attractions.
₩185,516
₩213,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Seaway Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

10. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
₩187,390
₩215,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Pool
Breakfast included
Adult-only
4 stars
Family-friendly

Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩191,138
₩280,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
₩146,767
₩170,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Marea Sol Hotel
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
₩99,111
₩131,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Terrace/patio
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩169,990
₩196,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
₩187,390
₩215,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩175,210
₩202,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
₩128,924
₩149,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.
A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.
A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
₩180,898
₩208,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Room
A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.
A hotel room with a television, a desk with a coffee maker, a chair, and a cabinet with drawers.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
₩223,797
₩317,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩336,098
₩382,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩191,138
₩280,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩169,990
₩196,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
₩122,687
₩152,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Mission Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
₩128,924
₩149,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.
A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
₩152,562
₩176,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.
A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.
A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
₩180,898
₩208,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
₩187,390
₩215,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Lobby
A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.
A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
₩130,945
₩151,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
₩176,347
₩203,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.
A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.
A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
₩141,587
₩164,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Good service at affordable price, staff very friendly."
Victor 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good
"Weds a good update of the property. Security gates on the property were all broken and taped so homeless individuals were sleeping inside the property gates at night. Great view however from the sun deck and they gave us blankets for sit with our fire pit at night."
Megan 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Check-in was remarkably simple!"
Fred 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"This property is beautifully landscaped with very nice, clean rooms. It offers a free breakfast with many choices. If you have mobility issues, be aware there is no elevator and the breakfast room is on the second floor. It is not extremely close to the wharf or boardwalk, so plan to drive or Uber there unless you’re an avid walker. Staff was very friendly & responsive."
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mission Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Santa Cruz has a lot to offer the traveler dreaming of a beach holiday.
What's the best place for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
Marea Sol Hotel is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, located within a short 3-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Casablanca On The Beach and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
How many beach hotels should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 5 beach hotels in Santa Cruz that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Cruz has to offer. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Santa Cruz Main Beach or Cowell's Beach. Experience the area's surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Ocean Street or Pacific Avenue.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz with ease. To get to Santa Cruz, book a flight to Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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