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Top Santa Cruz Beach Hotels

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Exterior

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great place "
The price is ₩175,701
₩209,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Monarch Cove Inn
Front of property

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (847)
"Great views!"
The price is ₩259,842
₩295,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Monarch Cove Inn
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1099)
"Beautiful property and great service "
The price is ₩194,905
₩224,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Beachview Inn
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Manager was very professional and polite,looking forward to our next stay there."
The price is ₩121,135
₩150,983 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Beachview Inn
Mission Inn
Front of property - evening/night

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1022)
"Great place to stay "
The price is ₩155,570
₩189,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Mission Inn
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230)
"We only stayed one night, it was clean, comfortable with excellent parking and excellent facilities in the room."
The price is ₩153,120
₩174,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Always love staying here. "
The price is ₩264,347
₩357,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1062)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is ₩145,770
₩184,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Ocean Pacific Lodge
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Bar (on property)

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (874)
"Scenic, friendly and memorable "
The price is ₩194,769
₩222,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby

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

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Beautiful place! The breakfast included was fantastic and the staff was super friendly 😊"
The price is ₩231,532
₩264,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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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?
Dream Inn Santa Cruz is a top beachfront resort offering a full-service spa and free WiFi, located within a short 3-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Marea Sol Hotel and Beach Street Inn and Suites.
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 Main Beach or Santa Cruz Main 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 Mission Santa Cruz.
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.