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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Swift Beach

Elizabeth

฿10,850

฿14,002 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A kitchen with a blue counter, wooden cabinets, and a large window with blinds.

A modern office space with a red desk, wicker chairs, a computer, and a bookshelf.

A living room with wicker furniture, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Swift Beach

Marci

฿5,554

฿6,368 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.6 km from Swift Beach

Igor

฿4,693

฿5,403 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

4. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Swift Beach

Mina

฿4,528

฿5,217 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

5. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Swift Beach

Terry

฿3,612

฿4,419 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Swift Beach

Natalya

฿4,693

฿5,403 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

7. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Swift Beach

Monika

฿4,629

฿5,330 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A balcony with blue chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and a casino building in the background.

8. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Swift Beach

James

฿3,790

฿4,390 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

9. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Swift Beach

Nicole

฿2,908

฿3,478 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 2.6 km from Swift Beach

Sandy

฿3,205

฿4,100 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

11. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Swift Beach

James William

฿3,500

฿5,155 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Swift Beach

Robert

฿4,704

฿5,415 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

13. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Swift Beach

Sara

฿3,308

฿4,709 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

14. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Swift Beach

Monique Marie

฿3,234

฿3,719 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

15. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Swift Beach

Elizabeth

฿2,323

฿3,025 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, an ATM, and a digital screen displaying a welcome message.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a large sign, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Swift Beach

Priscilla

฿3,822

฿4,418 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.

A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, wooden cabinets, and various kitchen appliances.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A spacious reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass door leading outside, and a tiled floor.

17. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Swift Beach

Brian

฿2,065

฿2,816 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is part of the Howard Johnson network.

An indoor swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by tables and chairs under a covered area.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Swift Beach

Giana

฿4,693

฿5,364 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

19. Inn at Depot Hill

9.1 km from Swift Beach

Helen

฿9,545

฿12,657 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7.6 km from Swift Beach

Aprille

฿4,971

฿5,704 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Swift Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 442 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,366 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 283 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,035 reviews	View

Top Swift Beach Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Super spacious room, great views, great parking and easy access to the beach and the boardwalk."

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good

"Excellent customer service"

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay for our family trip to Santa Cruz. Beautiful hotel. Close to the beach and boardwalk."

Seaway Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect! Very close walk to the beach and the pier. We had a great evening walking to dinner, and watching the sea lions at the pier!"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Cleanliness of entire hotel was impeccable"

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good

"A+ access to the beach/boardwalk."

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice, quick walk to the beach and boardwalk."

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

8/10 Good

"Newish, and well located. A bit noisy."

Other attractions near Swift Beach

A coastal landscape with two prominent rock formations and a sandy beach.

Natural Bridges State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Natural Bridges State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A natural rock arch formation on a beach with calm waters reflecting the structure.

Natural Bridges State Park

9.0/10 (842 reviews)

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A coastal landscape with a large rock formation featuring a natural arch over the ocean, surrounded by beachgoers and pine trees.

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Mitchell Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mitchell Cove Beach during your trip to Westside Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Swift Street Courtyard

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Swift Street Courtyard during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

You can take time to visit Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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De Anza Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at De Anza Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Swift Beach?

Swift Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 37 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Swift Beach?

Located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Swift Beach, Mission Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Ocean Pacific Lodge.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Swift Beach?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Swift Beach.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Swift Beach.

What can I see and do near Swift Beach?

Study the collections at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum or Lighthouse Point Park. Explore notable local landmarks like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Swift Beach hotels

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Seaway Inn

5. Mission Inn

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

7. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

8. Marea Sol Hotel

9. Pacific Blue Inn

10. Ocean Pacific Lodge

11. Casablanca On The Beach

12. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

13. Rio Vista Suites

14. Salt Air Lodge

15. Beachview Inn

16. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

17. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

19. Inn at Depot Hill

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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Top Swift Beach Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Surf City Inn and Suites

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Seaway Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Beachview Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Other attractions near Swift Beach

Natural Bridges State Beach

Natural Bridges State Park

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Mitchell Cove Beach

Swift Street Courtyard

Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

De Anza Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

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