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Pick from 83 Santa Cruz Beach Hotels and compare room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"The hotel and staff excellent. Had some issues with TV and the patio door locking but the clerk was helpful and fixed it. Great stay for sure."
The price is ₩280,052
per night
May 29 - May 30
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"The location right on the beach was wonderful. Just what we needed!"
The price is ₩421,408
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Near where i was going "
The price is ₩148,652
per night
May 30 - May 31
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Newly Renovated 2 Queens, Street View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1233)
"Location was so perfect to walking to pier where all the dining is. Great view from our ocean view patio area. Room was ok but bed very old & needs to get new beds. Weird check in very limited front desk person! Self service hotel but other than that it was great & dog friendly. "
The price is ₩225,024
per night
May 29 - May 30
Casablanca On The Beach
Fountain
Rio Sands Hotel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"We had a great stay here, with an easy walk to the beach. We had a plumbing issue, but the staff was very responsive and it was resolved quickly. Terrific room for our family trip. We'll be back!"
The price is ₩205,412
per night
May 29 - May 30
Rio Sands Hotel
Property grounds
Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (126)
"Me my family and friends have made this hotel our 1st choice when traveling to Santa Cruz, you can’t beat the price and conveniently close to board walk. And the staff is great. "
Salt Air Lodge
Outdoor pool
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1008)
"We love this place and always stay here whenever we are able to get down to the Santa Cruz area"
The price is ₩195,907
per night
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Staff were so nice and polite- we stay here 2-3x a month!"
The price is ₩94,101
per night
May 30 - May 31
Beachview Inn
Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Pleasant no issues nice to have free breakfast Will stay again close to boardwalk, 1 block away."
The price is ₩136,378
per night
May 29 - May 30
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Aerial view
Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"I love that the employee gave me the option for beach view."
The price is ₩118,949
per night
May 29 - May 30
Aqua Breeze Inn
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Santa Cruz Beach Hotels information

 

Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz

83

Highest price
₩421,408
Cheapest price
₩94,101
Number of guest reviews
9,393
Total number of hotels in Santa Cruz
698

 

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?
Casablanca On The Beach is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 1-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.
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 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.

Recent reviews of Santa Cruz hotels
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Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

5/5 Excellent
"Staff were so nice and polite- we stay here 2-3x a month!"
A verified traveler stayed at Beachview Inn
Posted 5 days ago
Beachview Inn