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Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
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.
A building with a covered entrance, numbered 550, and outdoor planters with various plants.

1. 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.
฿4,685
฿5,397 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

2. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,078
฿3,830 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Mission Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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.
฿3,899
฿4,516 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
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.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Relax in paradise steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where sandy shores meet spa-quality pampering and the boardwalk beckons.
฿3,971
฿4,596 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A rectangular swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
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.

5. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
฿2,487
฿3,308 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.
A balcony with a view of a beach, palm trees, and the ocean.
A beach view from a balcony with a round table and chairs, palm trees, and a pier in the distance.
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

6. 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.
฿2,941
฿4,752 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
Terrace/patio
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,899
฿4,515 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
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 modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

8. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Sun-kissed coastal getaway steps away from the sandy shore, with hiking trails nearby and easy access to Santa Cruz attractions.
฿4,204
฿4,858 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Seaway Inn
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a vanity with a mirror.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
  • Soak up the sun just steps from Hooper Beach, with an outdoor pool, whale watching, and kayaking adventures waiting at this coastal retreat.
฿4,539
฿5,225 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A sand sculpture with "Dream Inn Santa Cruz" written on it.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.
A balcony with a wooden table and chairs overlooking a beach and pier.
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

10. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Relax to the rhythm of the waves at this beachfront resort with sandy shores and ocean views.
฿7,360
฿8,399 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Pool
Breakfast included
Adult-only
4 stars
Family-friendly

Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
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.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,971
฿4,596 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
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.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,685
฿5,397 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,899
฿4,515 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿7,360
฿8,399 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,201
฿4,854 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,197
฿3,698 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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 hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
฿2,487
฿3,308 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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 balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,899
฿4,516 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, benches around the perimeter, and a ladder leading into the water.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a television.
A dining area with a central table and chairs, a decorative wall with geometric patterns, and a ceiling light fixture.

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,859
฿4,471 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,436
฿5,118 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
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.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,685
฿5,397 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,899
฿4,515 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,201
฿4,854 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,197
฿3,698 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.
A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.
A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,828
฿4,436 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,436
฿5,118 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, benches around the perimeter, and a ladder leading into the water.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a television.
A dining area with a central table and chairs, a decorative wall with geometric patterns, and a ceiling light fixture.

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,859
฿4,471 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
฿3,553
฿4,120 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,078
฿3,830 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Mission Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.
A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
฿6,046
฿6,912 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"It was good for the $$$. Location was good, breakfast was what's to be expected at that price. Check out the donut shop across the street!"
Tom 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Mission Inn
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"A great stay, loved that the 2nd bed had its own room and tv. Bathroom was spacious. The water was hot, the fridge worked. They even have a mini golf there along side a patio where you Can relax. The only downside was you Can tell some guests live there as they were working on their cars and hanging out in groups in the rooms"
Rosa 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"We love The Paradox! It’s our staycation spot. The pool is great, the food is good, and the rooms are amazing and clean. Staff are very helpful, especially Blossom and Jay!! Jay is always so helpful!"
wendi 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"We booked a Junior Suite (King + Sofabed) with a resort view for our stay. The “Resort View” is in reality a view of a road and general park g area and not of any part of the visible main hotel building and grounds. The room was large but dated and had a musty odor that was noticeable each time that we had returned to our room."
Michael 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good
"This place all around was beautiful, the location is great. My only complaint was that our coffee maker was missing a piece and I let the front office know about it and instead of getting a new piece or new coffee maker they told me oh well nothing they can do about it. They have a coffee bar from 8-10am but we have a baby so our mornings start at 5am so not having a coffee maker in the room sucked."
Heather 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Casablanca On The Beach

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 3-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach . Other good choices for your beach trip include Casablanca On The Beach and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
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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