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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (112 reviews)
"Staff and amenities are excellent. Will definitely stay again. "
United States
Sunayana
The price is ₩369,614
₩495,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Restaurant and hotel staff were very friendly. "
United States
Michael
The price is ₩188,345
₩276,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (957 reviews)
"We had a great stay. Thank you all at Monarch Cove Inn✨"
United States
Mike
The price is ₩275,174
₩312,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Monarch Cove Inn
Private beach, kayaking, fishing

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ₩137,219
₩175,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Fern River Resort
Business center

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,254 reviews)
"Roomy with a solid breakfast and really close to the water. "
United States
Zachary
The price is ₩194,803
₩224,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Courtyard

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (897 reviews)
"We enjoyed our night stay. Room was clean and accommodating. Hotel was secure and quiet. I would defintely stay again. "
United States
Melissa
The price is ₩128,283
₩153,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Pacific Blue Inn
Exterior

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (580 reviews)
"Room was great. Loved how close it was to the beach. "
United States
Michele
The price is ₩199,776
₩229,731 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,383 reviews)
"Great location and amazing hotel"
United States
Julie
The price is ₩167,344
₩193,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Marea Sol Hotel
Beach views

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay with an amazing view."
Australia
Ben
The price is ₩335,985
₩382,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (158 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is ₩180,317
₩216,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Seaway Inn
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Ocean view
Pool

Beach hotels with ocean views in Santa Cruz

Beach views
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
The price is ₩335,985
₩382,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

Beach views
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
The price is ₩335,985
₩382,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

Business center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1254)
The price is ₩194,803
₩224,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"yes!! we had a great stay "
Sierra 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

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 2-minute walk of Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Casablanca On The Beach and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
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 Monterey Bay and Ocean Street. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Pacific Avenue or Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
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.