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Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

1. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
฿2,952
฿3,823 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Unwind just steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where Mediterranean charm meets seaside bliss at this sun-drenched coastal retreat.
฿5,873
฿6,728 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Breathtaking white sand beach access with sun-soaked shoreline and rooftop terrace just steps from Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
฿4,433
฿5,113 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel

4. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
฿2,529
฿3,261 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Beachview Inn

5. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,676
฿4,234 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

6. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
฿2,648
฿3,597 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites

7. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Relax on pristine sands nearby, with beach towels provided and heated pool awaiting after surf.
฿6,546
฿7,483 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites

8. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Bask in the golden sunshine just steps from the sand at this beachfront retreat, where ocean views and boardwalk adventures await.
฿4,558
฿6,357 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Casablanca On The Beach

9. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
  • Relax with serene ocean views, sandy shores, and complimentary beach shuttle.
฿4,187
฿6,342 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chaminade Resort & Spa

10. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Retreat steps from the shore at this clean motel with a seasonal pool, where Santa Cruz's white sand beaches invite relaxation.
฿2,645
฿3,256 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Pool
Breakfast included
Adult-only
4 stars
Family-friendly

Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿5,873
฿6,728 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿11,869
฿13,455 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
฿2,952
฿3,823 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
฿5,356
฿6,148 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,827
฿5,554 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,676
฿4,234 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,433
฿5,113 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
฿4,187
฿6,342 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
฿5,587
฿6,408 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
฿6,546
฿7,483 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿5,873
฿6,728 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
฿5,356
฿6,148 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,676
฿4,234 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,827
฿5,554 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
฿5,587
฿6,408 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿5,158
฿5,925 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,749
฿5,467 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,280
฿5,172 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Mission Inn

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
฿4,893
฿5,629 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,798
฿5,523 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, good value, not a luxury property but everything simple straightforward and worthwhile.Ample free parking and helpful staff when required. Beachfront minutes away and lots of nearby excellent restaurants."
dominic 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good
"Walking distance to boardwalk"
Yolanda 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"Reception service was nice. Lobby and restaurant had lovely aesthetics. Room was modern and clean. Restaurant service was unorganized and slow. Food menu was decent though. Pool area was inviting but definitely need to change their pool chairs. The material makes them look super dirty. Yuk."
Elvia 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"I liked the hotel's location and the fact that everything was within walking distance. The only thing I didn't like was that coffee was available only in the morning."
Tetiana 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Solares
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"This renovated property is across the street from the beach and a block from the Santa Cruz pier. It is blocks from the train that takes you to the redwoods. It couldn’t be any better of a location. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend for a visit."
Britt 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"The pool, hot tub and deck area were great for relaxing, walking distance to downtown shops and rest as well as the boardwalk. Trader Joe’s and CVS near by for all the at once needs"
albert g 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Surf City Inn and Suites

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?
Casablanca On The Beach is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and flat-screen TVs, located within a short 1-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach . Other good choices for your beach trip include Marea Sol Hotel and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
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 Santa Cruz Main Beach or Cowell's Beach. Experience the area's surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions such as 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 centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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