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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$4,545
NT$5,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2. 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$4,018
NT$4,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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$3,469
NT$4,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Marea Sol Hotel

4. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,819
NT$3,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ocean Pacific Lodge

5. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$1,965
NT$2,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Beachview Inn

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,208
NT$4,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,018
NT$4,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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$3,607
NT$5,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Casablanca On The Beach

9. 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$4,239
NT$4,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

10. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$1,637
NT$2,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Seaside Inn & Suites
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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$4,545
NT$5,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,208
NT$4,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
NT$5,380
NT$7,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,018
NT$4,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
NT$4,545
NT$5,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,018
NT$4,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$5,094
NT$5,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
NT$4,814
NT$5,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$8,828
NT$10,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,786
NT$4,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
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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$4,545
NT$5,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,208
NT$4,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,018
NT$4,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,018
NT$4,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,239
NT$4,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$5,094
NT$5,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
NT$4,814
NT$5,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,498
NT$4,279 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Mission Inn

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,137
NT$3,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,786
NT$4,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good
"Great location with beautiful beach views and patios"
Sarah 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

8/10 Good
"Parking"
LISA 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Straightforward service & great amenities available."
Ma Luz 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Chaminade Resort & Spa

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"
Brad 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa

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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