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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Elizabeth

NT$8,519

NT$11,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A living room with wicker furniture, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

A kitchen with a blue counter, wooden cabinets, and a large window with blinds.

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a wooden fence.

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Julie

NT$4,176

NT$4,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Henry

NT$8,828

NT$10,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Bethany

NT$4,276

NT$4,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

5. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Mina

NT$3,958

NT$4,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

6. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Terry

NT$3,498

NT$4,279 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Joe

NT$4,208

NT$4,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

8. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Katharine

NT$3,469

NT$4,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Natalya

NT$4,239

NT$4,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Monika

NT$3,866

NT$4,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Nicole

NT$3,132

NT$3,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1.6 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Joyce

NT$2,819

NT$3,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Brenda

NT$5,094

NT$5,848 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

April

NT$2,711

NT$3,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

jessika

NT$4,018

NT$4,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.

A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

16. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Molly

NT$5,980

NT$6,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.

A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

17. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Sara

NT$3,187

NT$4,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

18. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Michael

NT$1,965

NT$2,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

19. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Denny

NT$2,152

NT$2,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

20. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

"Despite claims of a recent remodel, the bed was tough and felt like an outdated box-spring. We were stuck next to a loud ice machine that cycled on and off all night; the hotel was full so they couldn’t move us. Walls had unexplained stains running down them, and the bathroom had about five flies we had to swat. There was a mini fridge and microwave; however, there was a coffee maker— no cups, coffee, or tea. No ice bucket or bags either, and the lobby didn’t even have a fork. This was a real...

Isaac

NT$3,132

NT$3,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Lighthouse Field State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 468 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	9.4 Exceptional 1,048 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,353 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 293 reviews	View

Top Lighthouse Field State Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"Just a block from the beach, perfect for waking."

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully designed and perfectly located near the pier and boardwalk. Staff was incredible. Food was very, very good at both restaurants! Great pool area with a view of the ocean and super quiet rooms!"

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"Nice property, but do no like the valet only parking."

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great place!! Close to restaurants, shopping centers."

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

Seaway Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Property is in walking distance of the boardwalk and the pier. Our bedroom was clean and spacious. Only thing that we didn’t like was the sitting area in our room. The bedrooms were spacious but the sitting area was tight."

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay for business or pleasure"

Lighthouse Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Not ocean view but just a short walk thru the park across the street and you’re there. The rental is not the entire house, unsure if there are others living in the other part of the house but it was still a decent amount of space for my family of 4. Also the boardwalk is just a 5min drive down. Host is great and responds fast. Would recommend!"

Other attractions near Lighthouse Field State Beach

A beach scene with footprints, a sunset, and silhouettes of people and a dog.

Its Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Its Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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A sign for the Surfing Museum at Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

8.0/10 (77 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Cruz Surfing Museum during your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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A blue door with a metal latch and lock.

Lighthouse Point Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse 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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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and houses on the cliffside.

Cowell's Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Cruz, enjoy the surf and sand at Cowell's Beach along with the surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Mitchell Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mitchell Cove 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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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lighthouse Field State Beach?

Lighthouse Field State 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, check out the 80 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lighthouse Field State Beach?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lighthouse Field State Beach. Other good options close by include Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Lighthouse Field State Beach?

Expedia has 80 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lighthouse Field State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lighthouse Field State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Lighthouse Field State Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lighthouse Field State Beach?

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What can I see and do near Lighthouse Field State Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, Lighthouse Point Park, or Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Neary Lagoon Park.

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Our top choices for Lighthouse Field State Beach hotels

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. Seaway Inn

6. Mission Inn

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8. Marea Sol Hotel

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

11. Pacific Blue Inn

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

13. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

16. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

17. Rio Vista Suites

18. Beachview Inn

19. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

20. Salt Air Lodge

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Top Lighthouse Field State Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Mission Inn

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Seaway Inn

Seaside Inn & Suites

Lighthouse Beach House

Other attractions near Lighthouse Field State Beach

Its Beach

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Lighthouse Point Park

Cowell's Beach

Santa Cruz Wharf

Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

Mitchell Cove Beach

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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