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Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

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.
฿4,786
฿5,510 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
฿2,669
฿3,508 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge

3. 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.
฿4,809
฿5,535 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

4. 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.
฿3,654
฿4,239 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel

5. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,498
฿5,187 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

6. 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.
฿4,532
฿5,224 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites

7. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
฿2,546
฿3,282 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Beachview Inn

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Unwind just steps from Natural Bridges State Beach, where ocean adventures and coastal serenity combine with poolside relaxation.
฿4,174
฿4,823 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

9. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
฿3,260
฿3,761 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10. 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.
฿4,264
฿6,035 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Casablanca On The Beach
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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
฿4,786
฿5,510 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,654
฿4,239 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
฿2,669
฿3,508 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,532
฿5,224 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,498
฿5,187 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,809
฿5,535 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,104
฿3,593 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
฿5,065
฿5,822 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
฿4,498
฿5,177 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
฿4,441
฿5,114 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & 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
฿4,786
฿5,510 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,498
฿5,187 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,104
฿3,593 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
฿5,065
฿5,822 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
฿3,260
฿3,761 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,071
฿4,707 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
฿3,369
฿4,153 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Mission Inn

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,198
฿4,850 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
฿4,174
฿4,823 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
฿4,441
฿5,114 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Conveniently located near the boardwalk, West Cliff walk and downtown restaurants and entertainment. Parking is tight, but we always got a space. The name is deceptive; it’s not a lodge, it’s a three story exterior corridor motel. It’s a bit pricey for what it is, but the location is very good."
Howard 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"I came here with my girlfriend because went to go see the growlers. Definitely hands-down one of the best resorts I’ve ever been to. Everything was really easy to get around. The pool is definitely warm for the cold nights. Aired in the room was exactly how I expected. I love the theme. Thankfully, they do have Wi-Fi because we are up in the mountain. Everything else around it beautiful."
Miguel 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"I initially wasn’t happy with having no one to check us in when we are first arrived however, once that situation was fixed were more than pleased with our room and we also had a great view of the beach from our balcony. Very big room only problem is they have no carpet on the floor it’s the fake plastic floor, which is noisy when you walk on it at night overall very good experience and will go back there again."
Anthony 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great location"
KimLien 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Mission Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great. Place people super nice sergio was great costumer service"
teresa 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Seamless check in, and really good amenities for the price. Didn’t even get a chance to use the putting green"
Peter 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"I would recommend this stay"
Sanmatie 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Hotel Solares

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 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 Mission Santa Cruz.
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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