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Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Unwind just steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where Mediterranean charm meets seaside bliss at this sun-drenched coastal retreat.
NT$4,572
NT$5,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,549
NT$3,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ocean Pacific Lodge

3. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Breathtaking white sand beach access with sun-soaked shoreline and rooftop terrace just steps from Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
NT$3,490
NT$4,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Marea Sol Hotel

4. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Relax in paradise steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where sandy shores meet spa-quality pampering and the boardwalk beckons.
NT$4,593
NT$5,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

5. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,296
NT$4,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

6. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Relax on pristine sands nearby, with beach towels provided and heated pool awaiting after surf.
NT$4,296
NT$4,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Beach Street Inn and Suites

7. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$1,886
NT$2,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Seaside Inn & Suites

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
  • Soak up the sun just steps from Hooper Beach, with an outdoor pool, whale watching, and kayaking adventures waiting at this coastal retreat.
NT$4,301
NT$4,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

9. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,435
NT$3,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Beachview Inn

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,888
NT$4,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Pool
Breakfast included
Adult-only
4 stars
Family-friendly

Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,572
NT$5,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,490
NT$4,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Marea Sol Hotel

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,549
NT$3,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,296
NT$4,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,296
NT$4,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,593
NT$5,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,965
NT$3,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,837
NT$5,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
NT$4,301
NT$4,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
NT$4,247
NT$4,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,572
NT$5,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,296
NT$4,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,965
NT$3,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,837
NT$5,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
NT$3,113
NT$3,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,888
NT$4,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,218
NT$3,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Inn

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,010
NT$4,632 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,987
NT$4,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
NT$4,247
NT$4,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Very convenient and good location!"
Eric 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Mission Inn
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"Decent experience, nothing special. Our kids appreciated the pool for sure and somewhat close walking distance to the boardwalk. There was hair in our shower drain, not a huge deal but a little ick. We also got called from the hotel staff that we were making too much noise the morning we were leaving, simply walking around to pack up when the night before there were several parties going on around us and our kids couldn't fall asleep and that went on until about 2am."
Victoria 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Conveniently located near the boardwalk, West Cliff walk and downtown restaurants and entertainment. Parking is tight, but we always got a space. The name is deceptive; it’s not a lodge, it’s a three story exterior corridor motel. It’s a bit pricey for what it is, but the location is very good."
Howard 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great. Place people super nice sergio was great costumer service"
teresa 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"I would recommend this stay"
Sanmatie 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Hotel Solares

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?
Marea Sol Hotel is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, located within a short 3-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Casablanca On The Beach and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
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 Santa Cruz Main Beach or Cowell's 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.

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