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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140 reviews)
"Beautiful views rooms and lobby staff was amazing will definitely be staying again "
United States
Vanessa
The price is ฿8,001
฿10,732 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful room, kind staff, and a gorgeous beach view."
United States
Alyssa
The price is ฿3,417
฿3,964 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,408 reviews)
"Great location and amazing hotel"
United States
Julie
The price is ฿3,640
฿4,214 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Marea Sol Hotel
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿3,358
฿4,073 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Seaway Inn
Business centre

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,255 reviews)
"Roomy with a solid breakfast and really close to the water. "
United States
Zachary
The price is ฿4,237
฿4,884 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach views

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay with an amazing view."
Australia
Ben
The price is ฿7,730
฿8,802 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, the staff was outstanding. "
United States
Wallace
The price is ฿3,943
฿4,552 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Outdoor spa tub

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,304 reviews)
"Great place to stay everytime!!"
United States
Sandra
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,186 reviews)
"very nice room, nice staff "
United States
Neil
The price is ฿3,159
฿4,710 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Casablanca On The Beach
Courtyard

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (902 reviews)
"We enjoyed our night stay. Room was clean and accommodating. Hotel was secure and quiet. I would defintely stay again. "
United States
Melissa
The price is ฿2,790
฿3,336 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Pacific Blue Inn
Staircase

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms were excellent and staff as well. They locked our bikes up in storage so that we did not have to lug them upstairs. Rio Vista is a real find in Santa Cruz. Will stay there again. A really great value."
United States
David
Rio Vista Suites
Front of property – evening/night

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, clean/beautiful room, loved the view. Happy hour and breakfast a big plus"
United States
Olivia
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Property amenity

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,097 reviews)
"Great property, great location, great staff"
Australia
Christopher
The price is ฿4,067
฿4,692 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (963 reviews)
"Room was really nice and the location is perfect"
United States
Athena
The price is ฿1,985
฿2,821 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Seaside Inn & Suites
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (870 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is ฿1,890
฿2,208 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,224 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
Malcolm
The price is ฿3,731
฿4,316 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Two Double Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
shiana
The price is ฿2,006
฿2,663 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Beachview Inn
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is ฿2,328
฿2,608 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Drift Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel was perfect, very cute and clean, super nice staff and great location. Will stay here again."
United States
sophie
The price is ฿3,081
฿3,807 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Mission Inn
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice people. Easy location. Comfy beds. "
United States
Kathryn
The price is ฿2,477
฿2,865 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Aqua Breeze Inn
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, friendly staff. Breakfast was semi decent but when it’s free it’s free. Overall a great location "
Brooke 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.3/5 (3,850 reviews)
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during your visit to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Main Beach

4.4/5 (801 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels 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 Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Santa Cruz Main 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 185 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Cruz Main Beach, Marea Sol Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Other good options within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Expedia has 185 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Santa Cruz Main Beach.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.