The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Cruz Harbor in Santa Cruz for 2026

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

Classic Studio, 1 King Bed, Microwave, Corner | 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 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Andrea

NT$3,441

NT$5,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Elizabeth

NT$8,519

NT$11,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

3. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Julie

NT$4,271

NT$4,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

4. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

daphanie

NT$2,624

NT$3,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Henry

NT$8,828

NT$10,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Antionette

NT$4,007

NT$4,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living area | Flat-screen TV, Netflix, streaming services

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Katharine

NT$3,469

NT$4,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

8. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Mina

NT$3,958

NT$4,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Joe

NT$4,208

NT$4,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | TV, fireplace

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Nicole

NT$3,132

NT$3,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Joyce

NT$2,819

NT$3,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Deluxe Single Room, Patio | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Panoramic Suite, Ocean View | Outdoor dining

12. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

April

NT$2,711

NT$3,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Family Cottage - Pet Friendly | Pillowtop beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

13. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Donald

NT$5,097

NT$5,842 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Superior King + Beach View | Premium bedding, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Molly

NT$5,980

NT$6,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

jessika

NT$4,556

NT$5,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer (on request), towels

16. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Grant

NT$2,705

NT$3,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Ocean View, Two Queen Beds, With Sunroom | WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

David

NT$4,049

NT$5,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

18. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Sara

NT$3,187

NT$4,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

19. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Steve

NT$4,018

NT$4,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Queen Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

20. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor

Michael

NT$1,965

NT$2,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Harbor

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte	9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 472 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Carousel Beach Inn	9.2 Wonderful 74 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	9.4 Exceptional 1,048 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Harbor Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was short yet sweet! The stuff were helpful and willing to help in any way.Amenities was enjoyable! We did run out of the pool towels however, we didn’t mind , since it is a heated pool. Thanks for the experience."

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very friendly and helpful! The room was spotless. We loved breakfast in the morning, it was the best."

Continental Inn

8/10 Good

"Room was nice but the shower head was a bit rusted. But overall nice place to stay"

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Definitely our go to for a staycation! Even though we live 10 miles away, it felt like we had jumped a plane and stepped into another world ❤️"

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Property very nice"

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay for business or pleasure"

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. A bit small but that’s ok. Attentive staff easy check in and out. Only issue was A/C did not work. Room was at 73-75 during our stay"

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Harbor

A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.

Seabright Beach

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

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A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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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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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History in Lower Seabright. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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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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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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Santa Cruz Main Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Harbor?

Santa Cruz Harbor 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 183 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Santa Cruz Harbor?

Marea Sol Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Santa Cruz Harbor. Other good options close by include Carousel Beach Inn and Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Santa Cruz Harbor?

Expedia has 183 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Harbor.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Harbor, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Santa Cruz Harbor.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Cruz Harbor?

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What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Harbor?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Harbor hotels

1. Bella Notte

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

3. Beach Street Inn and Suites

4. Carousel Beach Inn

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

7. Marea Sol Hotel

8. Seaway Inn

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10. Pacific Blue Inn

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. Edgewater Beach Inn

13. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

14. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

16. Hitching Post Studios Inn

17. Casablanca On The Beach

18. Rio Vista Suites

19. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

20. Beachview Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Harbor

Top Santa Cruz Harbor Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Continental Inn

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Seaside Inn & Suites

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Harbor

Seabright Beach

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Harbor Beach

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Twin Lakes State Beach

Lincoln Beach

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Sunny Cove Beach

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