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Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A building with a covered entrance, numbered 550, and outdoor planters with various plants.

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$4,553
NT$5,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

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$4,438
NT$5,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A rectangular swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

3. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,817
NT$3,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,965
NT$3,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mission Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror, and a picture of palm trees on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

5. 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$3,680
NT$4,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Marea Sol Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and vanity.

6. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,390
NT$3,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.
A balcony with a view of a beach, palm trees, and the ocean.
A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a beach with palm trees and a pier.
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

7. 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$4,361
NT$6,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Casablanca On The Beach
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

8. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,300
NT$4,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with two beds, a striped carpet, and a wooden headboard.
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 hotel room with a bed, a red chair, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a toilet.
A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

9. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,254
NT$2,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Beachview Inn
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, vanity, and toilet.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree to the right.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,121
NT$4,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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Pool
Breakfast included
Adult-only
4 stars
Family-friendly

Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,553
NT$5,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
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.

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,817
NT$3,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
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 modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,680
NT$4,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Marea Sol Hotel
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,438
NT$5,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,390
NT$3,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,300
NT$4,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.
An outdoor patio with red umbrellas, wicker chairs, and a stone wall.

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,279
NT$2,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Surf City Inn and Suites
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A hotel sign with a logo and name, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a stone wall.
A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.
A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window.

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$1,809
NT$2,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.
A modern hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring arched windows and a covered entrance area.
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a television, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A grand staircase with patterned tiles, wooden beams, and a skylight.

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
NT$4,194
NT$6,282 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.
A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, wooden cabinets, and various kitchen appliances.
A garden with various flowers and a pergola.
A spacious reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass door leading outside, and a tiled floor.

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$1,999
NT$2,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,553
NT$5,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,390
NT$3,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,438
NT$5,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,300
NT$4,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,965
NT$3,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mission Inn
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree to the right.
A modern hotel with a curved exterior, a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,121
NT$4,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.
A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
NT$3,467
NT$3,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
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 hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$5,027
NT$5,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.
A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
NT$4,419
NT$5,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a landscaped entrance with plants and a wheelchair-accessible sign.
A buffet setup with various food containers and utensils, a person in the background, and a modern interior design.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A modern office space with a large skylight, a Brother printer, two ergonomic chairs, a desk, and a blue upholstered armchair.

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,870
NT$4,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"My stay was amazing! I had a Karen coming to my door but the staff handled it perfectly. Will definitely be coming back."
Jalisa 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"It was very nice and I would stay there again. Good location, a short walk from the beach and Natural Bridges, and walkable to downtown. It’s on a main street but our room was quiet. Breakfast was basic."
Dena 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Mission Inn
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great location"
richard 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

8/10 Good
"This is a motel offering close access to highway and to central SC/east side/west side. My room in the back rather quiet. The staff were helpful. Maid service good. Breakfast is basic. The pool...heated! The reception office was closed one night, reopening at 7am, with an emergency number posted on entrance door. For the price, reasonable, value. Better than other non-brand motels in area. There's a cute 50's-look diner 2 blocks away."
Timothy 4-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"My husband only stayed for one night. The room was clean, grounds looked kept and it was within a 5 minute walk to the wharf and boardwalk. Close to many shops and restaurants. I would stay again. They have a pool and jacuzzi as well that looked clean, although we didn't use it."
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay for work would not recommend for families with children lots of unsavory traffic"
Kelsey 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"The hotel had a very quirky feel about it. From the outside of the building, it looks akin to a nightclub. The rooms were a decent size and tastefully decorated. Starbucks coffee pods were a nice treat. The pool & jacuzzi were first rate. The pool did get overtaken by children screeching and screaming from quite early in the day through til late afternoon, but that’s not a criticism of the hotel. But it would have been nice to have had a swim without the children dive bombing into the pool constantly. Perhaps an adult only swim time before 10am and after 5pm would be welcomed. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They were first rate. I enjoyed my stay very much. Recommended."
Jason 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"Everything was good. I just wish they didn’t charge $20 for parking."
Alexander 1-night trip
Posted 2 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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