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Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, highchair, eco-friendly cleaning products

Elite Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, highchair, eco-friendly cleaning products

1. Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Moran Lake Beach

Andrea

NT$3,634

NT$6,170 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

1.9 km from Moran Lake Beach

Aprille

NT$5,176

NT$5,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Kate

NT$5,176

NT$5,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

4. Capitola Hotel

3 km from Moran Lake Beach

Trina

NT$9,956

NT$11,466 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Beachcomber Cottage (6), Deluxe Family Cottage - Dog Friendly | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, microwave, paper towels

5. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Jason

NT$6,629

NT$7,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Riverfront Ground Floor 8 person Unit #113 | Beach/ocean view

6. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

2.8 km from Moran Lake Beach

Richard

NT$8,409

NT$9,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Paris) | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk

7. Inn at Depot Hill

3.3 km from Moran Lake Beach

Brian

NT$10,371

NT$13,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments

8. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Moran Lake Beach

Toleen

NT$12,763

NT$16,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

9. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Moran Lake Beach

Patricia

NT$3,325

NT$3,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

19 km from Moran Lake Beach

Martha

NT$4,069

NT$4,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Ocean Mist Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | View from room

Rose Garden Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | View from room

11. Monarch Cove Inn

3.7 km from Moran Lake Beach

William

NT$6,151

NT$6,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

18.1 km from Moran Lake Beach

Maverick

NT$4,092

NT$4,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

13. Seascape Beach Resort

9 km from Moran Lake Beach

Emma

NT$9,175

NT$12,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

14. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

19.8 km from Moran Lake Beach

Linda

NT$4,354

NT$4,983 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

15. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Moran Lake Beach

Michele

NT$6,396

NT$7,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Ocean View Cathedral Executive - King) | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

16. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Annette

NT$11,597

NT$13,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Bethany

NT$5,724

NT$6,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

18. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

3.6 km from Moran Lake Beach

Jose

NT$3,535

NT$4,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

King Queen Combo | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Cristina

NT$5,915

NT$6,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

20. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6.5 km from Moran Lake Beach

Stephanie Moeata

NT$4,901

NT$5,634 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Moran Lake Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,015 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,009 reviews	View
Capitola Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 553 reviews	View
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages	8.8 Excellent 615 reviews	View

Top Moran Lake Beach Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, quiet. Beds comfortable, wife and I slept well. Had a good breakfast, would stay here again."

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent

"Visited with a small group. Room was spacious. 2 blocks from the Santa Cruz boardwalk. Elevator was hot and tight - Stairs were easily accessible. Only complaint - They forgot to refill Toilet Paper. Other than that this room was great."

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"To. Room was clean, bed was comfortable. Bath towels weren’t great. Complimentary coffees were nice. Air conditioner worked great. Very quiet. Close to restaurants & shopping."

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"Good overnight only. The rooms could have better pillows and king size. The pillows were flat standard and 4 per king bed not enough. "

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We booked our stay through Expedia, expecting a room with a balcony and an ocean view. Unfortunately, our dining experience at the High Tide restaurant was disappointing. From the hostess who seated us to the uncomfortable low seating at our table, everything felt subpar. The food had no flavor at all, especially when compared to their sister property, Bernardus, in Carmel Valley—there’s simply no comparison. On a positive note, the pool and staff at the hotel were excellent and very accommodating. However, while the room was decent, it did not justify the additional price we were charged for our two-night stay."

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice beds, soft sheets and 4 great pillows on a med firm good bed. Quiet, peaceful. Safe and a really great location. Within 3 miles of Shadowbrook restaurant for their free taxi, or easy 5 min drive to park lot. Hotel was good. Sliding glass door to open to tiny patio, best on 2nd flr. Clouds from ocean in night and am cool off room well."

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"What a wonderful place! My husband and I and our two dogs truly enjoyed our time here. Walking distance to the beach. We enjoyed a nice beach bonfires every night. Can’t wait to go back."

Bella Notte

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was pleasant. Thank you for our stay"

Other attractions near Moran Lake Beach

Pleasure Point Park

8.2/10 (37 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Santa Maria's Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Maria's Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Sunny Cove Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunny Cove Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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38th Avenue Beach Access

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 38th Avenue Beach Access during your trip to Santa Cruz?

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The Hook

10.0/10 (1 review)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, The Hook might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Cruz.

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Lincoln Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lincoln Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Twin Lakes State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Twin Lakes State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harbor Beach during your trip to Lower Seabright? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Moran Lake Beach?

Moran Lake Beach is located in Santa Cruz. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 127 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Moran Lake Beach?

Chaminade Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Moran Lake Beach. Other good options within a few miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Moran Lake Beach?

Expedia has 127 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Moran Lake Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Moran Lake Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Moran Lake Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Moran Lake Beach?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Moran Lake Beach, click here.

What can I see and do near Moran Lake Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Capitola Historical Museum, or Lighthouse Point Park. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Moran Lake Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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

4. Capitola Hotel

5. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

6. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

7. Inn at Depot Hill

8. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

9. Carousel Beach Inn

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

11. Monarch Cove Inn

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

13. Seascape Beach Resort

14. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

15. Beach Street Inn and Suites

16. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

18. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

19. Seaway Inn

20. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Compare popular hotels close to Moran Lake Beach

Top Moran Lake Beach Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Hotel Solares

Seaside Inn & Suites

Ocean Pacific Lodge

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Bella Notte

Other attractions near Moran Lake Beach

Pleasure Point Park

Santa Maria's Beach

Sunny Cove Beach

38th Avenue Beach Access

The Hook

Lincoln Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach

Harbor Beach

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