The Best Hotels Closest to Sand Plant Beach in Santa Cruz for 2026

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Our top choices for Sand Plant Beach hotels

1. Inn at Depot Hill

12.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Brian

₩571,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

11.3 km from Sand Plant Beach

Sofia

₩285,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

3. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

12.5 km from Sand Plant Beach

Rhodonna

₩228,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

4. Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Andrew

₩370,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

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

5. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Jacqueline

₩173,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

6. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Sand Plant Beach

Kristen

₩228,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

7. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.4 km from Sand Plant Beach

Melanie

₩217,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

8. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

14.4 km from Sand Plant Beach

Veay

₩231,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

9. Inn At Pasatiempo

7.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Sandra

₩248,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

10. Chaminade Resort & Spa

10.5 km from Sand Plant Beach

Iram

₩365,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

11. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 7 km from Sand Plant Beach

Nahabi

₩142,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

12. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.7 km from Sand Plant Beach

Susana

₩305,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Alexandre

₩265,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

14. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

13.1 km from Sand Plant Beach

Christina

₩224,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

15. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Rodney

₩287,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.7 km from Sand Plant Beach

Clifford

₩364,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

17. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 5.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Lawrence

₩197,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

18. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Vanessa

₩176,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | WiFi (free)

19. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 6.7 km from Sand Plant Beach

Vicente

₩145,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

20. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Monika

₩256,627 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Sand Plant Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn at Depot Hill	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 750 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Bella Notte	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Seaside Inn & Suites	2.0 star property	8.4 Very Good 1,090 reviews	View

Top Sand Plant Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

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Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

8/10 Good

"Our room was clean and modern. It included a mini fridge and microwave, which came in handy as we had leftovers from dinner. The bed was comfortable enough for me, but my husband found it to be a little too firm for his liking. We would’ve liked to try the hot tub but the pool area closes at 9pm, which I thought was a bit early. Oh, and getting out of the parking lot is a bit odd. It’s a one way frontage road, so you must turn right, which takes you to a stop sign; we found it weird that directions told us to turn left at the stop sign. It’s on a curve and has double yellow lines, so be cautious. Overall, we’d likely stay here again."

Mission Inn

8/10 Good

"Overall it was a very solid place to stay. Comfy beds, clean rooms and clearly they made a real effort to make the best of their hotel. Even though the hotel is on a busy street that doesn’t appear to be in a tight knit neighborhood, it’s actually really close to a lot of cool hip restaurants and central to many destinations. The hot tub is cute but needs some love. The air conditioning unit, which I could manually turn on and off, would cool the room in cycles which didn’t really work well given the comforter was so hot. For two nights the covers were either too hot (when the air conditioner was not active), and just warm enough which I found was disruptive for sleep. Other than someone’s dog barking too early in the morning, rooms were quiet."

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"I paid $507 for what was essentially a standard room with a great view. While the room itself was clean and comfortable, I don't feel it justified the price. The shower had some issues, and aside from the view, there wasn't much that made the room feel like a premium experience. The restaurant was great when I went for dinner, but nothing particularly memorable for breakfast. The service throughout my stay was also just okay, and at times the customer service felt below what I'd expect for a hotel at this price point. The pool looked a little dirty, although the jacuzzi was nice and enjoyable. I loved that it was not chlorine! One of the biggest frustrations during my stay was that I lost my car keys. (Of course, this is my fault and no one else's) But, unfortunately the front desk wasn't very helpful, and I didn't feel like they handled the situation with much urgency or empathy. That said, I do want to give credit where it's due. After my stay, I filled out the guest survey and was contacted by the manager, Dan. He listened to my concerns, treated me with professionalism, and refunded part of my stay. His willingness to make things right significantly improved my overall impression of the hotel. While my initial experience was disappointing, I really appreciated how he handled the situation afterward. He was amazing. Overall, I would consider staying here again, but only if the price were lower than what I paid for this visit. (originally)"

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Fern Grotto Beach

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sand Plant Beach?

Sand Plant Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 229 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Sand Plant Beach?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (3 km) from Sand Plant Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Mission Inn and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.

How many hotels will I find close to Sand Plant Beach?

Expedia has 229 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Sand Plant Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sand Plant Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Sand Plant Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sand Plant Beach?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Sand Plant Beach, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Sand Plant Beach?

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, and University Terrace Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Sand Plant Beach hotels

1. Inn at Depot Hill

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

4. Bella Notte

5. Seaside Inn & Suites

6. Mission Inn

7. Hitching Post Studios Inn

8. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

9. Inn At Pasatiempo

10. Chaminade Resort & Spa

11. National 9 Santa Cruz

12. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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

14. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

15. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

17. Ocean Pacific Lodge

18. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

19. Drift Inn

20. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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Top Sand Plant Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Fern Grotto Beach

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