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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$4,400
NT$5,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,820
NT$3,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Ocean Pacific Lodge

3. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,916
NT$3,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Mission Inn

4. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,305
NT$4,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

5. 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$4,011
NT$4,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

6. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$1,966
NT$2,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Beachview Inn

7. 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$4,685
NT$5,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Beach Street Inn and Suites

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,417
NT$3,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

9. 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$3,609
NT$5,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Casablanca On The Beach

10. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$1,638
NT$2,439 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$4,400
NT$5,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,740
NT$4,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Marea Sol Hotel

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,305
NT$4,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,273
NT$4,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,820
NT$3,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,685
NT$5,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,174
NT$3,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$5,037
NT$5,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,417
NT$3,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
NT$4,547
NT$5,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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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$4,400
NT$5,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,273
NT$4,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,305
NT$4,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,174
NT$3,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$3,417
NT$3,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$2,916
NT$3,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Mission Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
NT$4,547
NT$5,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$5,037
NT$5,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
NT$3,471
NT$3,992 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
NT$4,708
NT$5,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location, close to everything. The room had a great view of the beach and bed was comfortable. My only complaint is that we were not informed the outdoor area outside our room (the entire deck) was private to another guest’s room. While staff was polite informing us we were essentially trespassing on our neighbors personal space, it was an uncomfortable situation that could have been avoided if there were signs or it had been made clear beforehand."
tatiana 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was clean and newly renovated, the bed was new. Had a terrific night's sleep. Really enjoyed our stay will book with them again."
Joe 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"This, in my humble opinion, is the best place to stay in Santa Cruz. It’s DIRECTLY in the middle of town—it’s easy to get anywhere from the hotel. The property is adorable. The pool is great. The bar is open late and the food is good. The rooms are updated and super cute. Whenever friends come to see our daughter at UCSC, I always recommend it. We love it ."
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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 2 days ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms, ac worked great and within walking distance to the Boardwalk"
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good
"Todo estuvo bien la habitación estaba bien limpia"
Javier 2-night trip
Posted 3 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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