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Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

Private beach, kayaking, fishing
Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (466)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ฿2,607
฿3,396 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Fern River Resort
Exterior
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is ฿2,772
฿3,392 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1276)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is ฿3,403
฿3,940 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio
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, (1244)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿3,618
฿4,188 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (178)
"Great staff and clean room great value for the price."
United States
Scott
The price is ฿2,172
฿2,503 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
National 9 Santa Cruz
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
United States
Diane
The price is ฿2,486
฿3,135 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Mission Inn
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
Aptos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1016)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
United States
Ariana
The price is ฿3,283
฿3,812 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Bar (on property)
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
KIM
The price is ฿2,672
฿3,088 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (621)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is ฿3,156
฿3,669 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"The best thing about this property is its prime location right on the beachfront. The views are wonderful. You can walk along the cliffs or down onto the wharf and enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer as a beach town. They have updated the property so it has a retro modern feeling, which is done well and cute."
Nicole 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely property "
Jill 7-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Santa Cruz has a lot to offer the traveller dreaming of a beach holiday.
What's the best hotel for a beach holiday 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 for your beach trip include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Beach Street Inn and Suites.
How many beach hotels will I 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 holiday in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
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 such as 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 centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.