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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$4,277
NT$4,931 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2. 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$3,470
NT$4,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Marea Sol Hotel

3. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,535
NT$3,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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$4,557
NT$5,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

5. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,019
NT$4,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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$4,209
NT$4,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Beach Street Inn and Suites

7. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,421
NT$3,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Beachview Inn

8. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Bask in the golden sunshine just steps from the sand at this beachfront retreat, where ocean views and boardwalk adventures await.
NT$3,747
NT$5,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Casablanca On The Beach

9. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$1,875
NT$2,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Seaside Inn & Suites

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Unwind just steps from Natural Bridges State Beach, where ocean adventures and coastal serenity combine with poolside relaxation.
NT$3,873
NT$4,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, 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$4,277
NT$4,931 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,019
NT$4,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,557
NT$5,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
NT$5,544
NT$7,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,873
NT$4,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$9,462
NT$10,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,399
NT$5,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$5,095
NT$5,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,470
NT$4,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Marea Sol Hotel

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,956
NT$3,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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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$4,277
NT$4,931 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,019
NT$4,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,873
NT$4,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,557
NT$5,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,399
NT$5,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$5,095
NT$5,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,956
NT$3,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,200
NT$3,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,610
NT$4,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,866
NT$4,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very convenient location to the beach!"
Mandeep 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great rooms, different sizes and views, some have patios or balconies and some don't. Very relaxing with lots to do on property. Wonderful place to relax"
royel 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"A great value and an awesome location’"
Mark 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

10/10 Excellent
"I would recommend this stay"
Sanmatie 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Hotel Solares
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"Not the best area, but not terrible for the price, and the pool and hot tub are open until 10pm which is nice. Seemed like a lot of "street business" was being conducted around the property and of course the usual fighting/screaming couples was ever present. Also, the sink in the bathroom was clogged and wouldn't drain properly due to who knows what was dumped down it previously, so I had to clear that myself which was a little disgusting"
Nicole 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

8/10 Good
"Okay"
john 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"My biggest question would be why on earth are the towels grey…? They don’t look clean even if they are, but also they don’t look like the color is intentionally chosen… they’re pale grey and look as though they just don’t get washed properly."
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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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