Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz, California

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Top Santa Cruz Beach Hotels

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Exterior

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place "
The price is P8,066
P9,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Monarch Cove Inn
Front of property

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (848)
"We had a great time staying at the Monarch Cove Inn, it was beautiful and Katrina was very accommodating. "
The price is P10,755
P12,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Monarch Cove Inn
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1086)
"Nice, clean and great front desk staff."
The price is P8,067
P9,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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 P5,352
P6,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Beachview Inn
Mission Inn
Front of property - evening/night

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1023)
"Great place to stay "
The price is P6,693
P8,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Mission Inn
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (231)
"We only stayed one night, it was clean, comfortable with excellent parking and excellent facilities in the room."
The price is P7,352
P8,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Always love staying here. "
The price is P12,756
P16,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1060)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is P8,062
P9,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Ocean Pacific Lodge
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Bar (on property)

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (876)
"Scenic, friendly and memorable "
The price is P8,062
P9,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
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, (1003)
"Beautiful place! The breakfast included was fantastic and the staff was super friendly 😊"
The price is P9,642
P11,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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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.