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Our top choices for Boardwalk Bowl hotels

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Boardwalk Bowl
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (77)
"Gorgeous new resort"
United States
Radiance
The price is ฿8,738
฿11,368 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is ฿3,879
฿4,481 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Boardwalk Bowl
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1328)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is ฿3,603
฿4,171 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Marea Sol Hotel
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
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl
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
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is ฿6,797
฿7,754 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Friendly staff, great location, and nice rooms."
United States
Robert
The price is ฿4,022
฿4,816 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Boardwalk Bowl
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ฿3,569
฿4,133 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"Great hidden gem"
United States
Dillon
The price is ฿2,762
฿3,302 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Pacific Blue Inn
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"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
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, 2.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl
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
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1277)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Superior King + Beach View | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Scenic inn with great service in a great neighborhood."
United States
Andrea
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Beach towels
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (575)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is ฿4,301
฿4,946 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1186)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is ฿2,756
฿4,259 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Casablanca On The Beach
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (928)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1163)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is ฿3,383
฿3,924 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1169)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is ฿3,848
฿4,446 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1190)
"Clean rm, good location, and good breakfast"
United States
Michelle
The price is ฿3,191
฿3,681 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Interior
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Boardwalk Bowl
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (310)
"Clean rooms, pleasant staff, lots of restaurants to choose from in the area."
United States
Kelly
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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Top Boardwalk Bowl Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely gorgeous hotel. The staff provided excellent customer service from check-in through out our 3 night stay, everything was top notch!!! We enjoyed the beautiful gym with all the “state of the art” equipment, along with the beautiful pool and bar area. A true gem for Santa Cruz!! We will surely be back!!! "
Francene 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Hotels near other Boardwalk Bowl attractions

Pier at Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz Wharf

4.4/5 (790 reviews)
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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T4D055 Sunset, Cowell Beach, Santa Cruz, California, United States

Cowell's Beach

Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Boardwalk Bowl?
Boardwalk Bowl is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 149 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Boardwalk Bowl?
Adjacent to Boardwalk Bowl, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Boardwalk Bowl?
Expedia has 149 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Boardwalk Bowl.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Boardwalk Bowl, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Boardwalk Bowl.
What can I see and do near Boardwalk Bowl?
You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History. Sights like Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.