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1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1,363 reviews)
- Unwind just steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where Mediterranean charm meets seaside bliss at this sun-drenched coastal retreat.
The price is NT$3,850
NT$3,850
NT$4,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
2. Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,647 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1,647 reviews)
- Breathtaking white sand beach access with sun-soaked shoreline and rooftop terrace just steps from Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
The price is NT$3,490
NT$3,490
NT$4,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
3. Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific Lodge2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,550 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1,550 reviews)
The price is NT$2,413
NT$2,413
NT$3,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
4. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,352 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1,352 reviews)
The price is NT$2,840
NT$2,840
NT$3,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
5. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,359 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1,359 reviews)
The price is NT$4,008
NT$4,008
NT$4,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
6. Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,291 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1,291 reviews)
- Bask in the golden sunshine just steps from the sand at this beachfront retreat, where ocean views and boardwalk adventures await.
The price is NT$3,490
NT$3,490
NT$5,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(1,003 reviews)
- Soak up the sun just steps from Hooper Beach, with an outdoor pool, whale watching, and kayaking adventures waiting at this coastal retreat.
The price is NT$3,573
NT$3,573
NT$4,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
8. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,186 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1,186 reviews)
- Relax in paradise steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where sandy shores meet spa-quality pampering and the boardwalk beckons.
The price is NT$3,988
NT$3,988
NT$4,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
9. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1,005 reviews)
- Sun, sand, and shoreline bliss just minutes from Hooper Beach, with an outdoor pool and hot tub for the perfect seaside retreat.
The price is NT$3,420
NT$3,420
NT$3,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
10. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1,000 reviews)
The price is NT$5,643
NT$5,643
NT$6,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1363)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1363)
The price is NT$3,850
NT$3,850
NT$4,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1186)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1186)
The price is NT$3,988
NT$3,988
NT$4,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1038)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(1038)
The price is NT$7,787
NT$7,787
NT$8,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1002)
The price is NT$4,366
NT$4,366
NT$5,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1352)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1352)
The price is NT$2,840
NT$2,840
NT$3,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1299)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1299)
The price is NT$4,105
NT$4,105
NT$4,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1359)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1359)
The price is NT$4,008
NT$4,008
NT$4,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1550)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1550)
The price is NT$2,413
NT$2,413
NT$3,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1647)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1647)
The price is NT$3,490
NT$3,490
NT$4,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (687)
8.4/10
Very good
(687)
The price is NT$3,739
NT$3,739
NT$4,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1363)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1363)
The price is NT$3,850
NT$3,850
NT$4,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1002)
The price is NT$4,366
NT$4,366
NT$5,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1299)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1299)
The price is NT$4,105
NT$4,105
NT$4,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1352)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1352)
The price is NT$2,840
NT$2,840
NT$3,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1359)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1359)
The price is NT$4,008
NT$4,008
NT$4,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (724)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(724)
The price is NT$3,353
NT$3,353
NT$3,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1000)
The price is NT$3,711
NT$3,711
NT$4,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites2.5 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1005)
The price is NT$3,420
NT$3,420
NT$3,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1000)
The price is NT$5,643
NT$5,643
NT$6,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (687)
8.4/10
Very good
(687)
The price is NT$3,739
NT$3,739
NT$4,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews
Inn at Depot Hill
Inn at Depot HillCapitola
10/10 Excellent
My wife and I stayed here at the recommendation of a friend. The occasion was our 25th wedding anniversary. The inn was delightful. We've stayed in many B&Bs - never have I felt I was somewhere where there was greater attention to detail. It is simply among the best of the best.
My wife and I stayed here at the recommendation of a friend. The occasion was our 25th wedding anniversary. The inn was delightful. We've stayed in many B&Bs - never have I felt I was somewhere where there was greater attention to detail. It is simply among the best of the best.
Allen
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
this staff was very friendly. I stayed here several times all of the rooms have a beach view which is absolutely studying. Very convenient location and easy parking across the street.
this staff was very friendly. I stayed here several times all of the rooms have a beach view which is absolutely studying. Very convenient location and easy parking across the street.
Whitney
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - CapitolaSanta Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Excellent service and really clean. I would book here again!
Excellent service and really clean. I would book here again!
Anonymous traveler
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
The stay is excellent! Friendly and very helpful manager and staff.
The stay is excellent! Friendly and very helpful manager and staff.
Gabriel
Monarch Cove Inn
Monarch Cove InnCapitola
10/10 Excellent
I was looking for a weekend get-away and this location was perfect. It is in a quiet neighborhood and within walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Beautiful views and very peaceful. Holiday House includes a small fridge, microwave, and stove.
I was looking for a weekend get-away and this location was perfect. It is in a quiet neighborhood and within walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Beautiful views and very peaceful. Holiday House includes a small fridge, microwave, and stove.
JaJa
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & SuitesSanta Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Everything was great and the room had features that I can really appreciate. For instance, a sink in the bathroom and outside the bathroom door. Even something as thoughtful as having a card dropbox by the door next to the parking The only downside was the mattress. Both nights I woke up with my lower back and hips aching. I know it was the mattress because I could get up and walk around and it didn’t bother me, but when I laid down again, the ache returned. I ended up sleeping on the sofa in...
Everything was great and the room had features that I can really appreciate. For instance, a sink in the bathroom and outside the bathroom door. Even something as thoughtful as having a card dropbox by the door next to the parking The only downside was the mattress. Both nights I woke up with my lower back and hips aching. I know it was the mattress because I could get up and walk around and it didn’t bother me, but when I laid down again, the ache returned. I ended up sleeping on the sofa in...
Richard
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters InnWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Perfect place to stay! Room #1 on ground floor with perfect view of front porch and ocean! Cookies, coffee cake, wine and cheese in the afternoon and a beautiful breakfast spread each morning!! This bed and breakfast is wonderful!! Flew in from San Jose airport and 30 minute drive around beautiful mountains and pines. Take the Beach train to Roaring Camp. Drive to Walton light house on a few minutes away. Wonderful boardwalk and wharf!!
Perfect place to stay! Room #1 on ground floor with perfect view of front porch and ocean! Cookies, coffee cake, wine and cheese in the afternoon and a beautiful breakfast spread each morning!! This bed and breakfast is wonderful!! Flew in from San Jose airport and 30 minute drive around beautiful mountains and pines. Take the Beach train to Roaring Camp. Drive to Walton light house on a few minutes away. Wonderful boardwalk and wharf!!
Karla
Capitola Hotel
Capitola HotelCapitola
10/10 Excellent
The room was cute. The bed was super comfortable which was a pleasant surprise. The staff were great, extremely helpful and very nice. The provide free coffee and a small breakfast in the lobby every morning. Half a block from the beach. Very nice! Would definitely stay here again.
The room was cute. The bed was super comfortable which was a pleasant surprise. The staff were great, extremely helpful and very nice. The provide free coffee and a small breakfast in the lobby every morning. Half a block from the beach. Very nice! Would definitely stay here again.
Katie
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
The room and amenities were beautiful and clean! My one complaint was that it is so very noisy. We were woken up by staff and guests each day starting between 630-730. We stayed 4 nights and this was everyday. We were also on the 1st floor next to the staff only rooms, which was probably the reason for that.
The room and amenities were beautiful and clean! My one complaint was that it is so very noisy. We were woken up by staff and guests each day starting between 630-730. We stayed 4 nights and this was everyday. We were also on the 1st floor next to the staff only rooms, which was probably the reason for that.
Samantha
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CAWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Excellent location - very central. Quiet, clean rooms. Tasty and varied breakfast until 10 AM each morning. Kind and accomodating front desk personnel. Purified water station on the first floor. Coffee and hot water for tea available all day and night. We always stay at this Hampton Inn.
Excellent location - very central. Quiet, clean rooms. Tasty and varied breakfast until 10 AM each morning. Kind and accomodating front desk personnel. Purified water station on the first floor. Coffee and hot water for tea available all day and night. We always stay at this Hampton Inn.
Stella
Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol HotelWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
A great location and very nice view of the beach
A great location and very nice view of the beach
Gerardo
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CAWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Pool was warm and breakfast was great. Beautiful walk to the beach and nice evening fire.
Pool was warm and breakfast was great. Beautiful walk to the beach and nice evening fire.
Mindy
Mission Inn
Mission InnWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Great stay! The staff are wonderful - accommodating and professional.
Great stay! The staff are wonderful - accommodating and professional.
Rachel
Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue InnWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
We had a great stay with no problems. The room was fresh and clean upon arrival and the bed was really comfortable. Free wi-fi was available. A simple breakfast of bagels and coffee/tea was provided in the morning and Calvin (?) was extremely helpful and friendly. It was easy to find the hotel and parking was in an adjacent lot. Bathroom was clean with good amenities. Check in/out was easy and we would stay there again in the future.
We had a great stay with no problems. The room was fresh and clean upon arrival and the bed was really comfortable. Free wi-fi was available. A simple breakfast of bagels and coffee/tea was provided in the morning and Calvin (?) was extremely helpful and friendly. It was easy to find the hotel and parking was in an adjacent lot. Bathroom was clean with good amenities. Check in/out was easy and we would stay there again in the future.
Anonymous traveler
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph CollectionWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
great hotel! Clean, rooms are nice, staff was great!
great hotel! Clean, rooms are nice, staff was great!
Andrea
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the SeaCapitola
10/10 Excellent
The photos on Expedia are outdated. This place had new paint on the outside of building, updated and the rooms and carpet looked like they remodeled it. So it didn’t look as outdated as the photos! Looked better! Parking lot is huge, the area is quiet. Walkable to the beach and loved all the locals and neighborhoods we walked through to get there. Community is safe. The staff was kind!
The photos on Expedia are outdated. This place had new paint on the outside of building, updated and the rooms and carpet looked like they remodeled it. So it didn’t look as outdated as the photos! Looked better! Parking lot is huge, the area is quiet. Walkable to the beach and loved all the locals and neighborhoods we walked through to get there. Community is safe. The staff was kind!
Whitney
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At PasatiempoSanta Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Great stay in Pasatiempo! Clean and convenient with a great pool and excellent restaurant!
Great stay in Pasatiempo! Clean and convenient with a great pool and excellent restaurant!
Peter
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Great staff and great location. The pool view was beautiful
Great staff and great location. The pool view was beautiful
Duane
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 Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
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 Pacific Avenue.
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.