Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz, California

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Top Santa Cruz Beach Hotels

Monarch Cove Inn
Front of property

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (847)
"Great views!"
The price is P10,797
P12,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Monarch Cove Inn
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Lounge

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (874)
"Scenic, friendly and memorable "
The price is P6,566
P7,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Beachview Inn
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Manager was very professional and polite,looking forward to our next stay there."
The price is P4,751
P5,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Beachview Inn
Mission Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1019)
"Great place to stay "
The price is P6,464
P7,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Mission Inn
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1059)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is P6,057
P7,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Interior

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230)
"We only stayed one night, it was clean, comfortable with excellent parking and excellent facilities in the room."
The price is P6,363
P7,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Rio Sands Hotel
Fountain

Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Beautiful location "
Rio Sands Hotel
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (620)
"A wonderful place to stay beds were super comfy, clean, beautiful absolutely love the pool and the spa Staff was friendly too"
The price is P6,057
P8,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby

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

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Beautiful place! The breakfast included was fantastic and the staff was super friendly 😊"
The price is P9,621
P11,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Clean, friendly staff, safe gated parking was a huge plus! "
The price is P8,993
P10,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Santa Cruz has a lot to offer the traveler dreaming of a beach holiday.
What's the best place for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
Dream Inn Santa Cruz is a top beachfront resort offering a full-service spa and free WiFi, located within a short 3-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Marea Sol Hotel and Beach Street Inn and Suites.
How many beach hotels should I expect to 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 vacation in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
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 Main Beach or Santa Cruz Main Beach. Experience the area's surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions like 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 center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.