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Classic Studio, 1 King Bed, Microwave, Corner | Private kitchen

Elite Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchen

Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed | Private kitchen

1. Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Andrea

NT$3,441

NT$5,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Anna Christine

NT$4,545

NT$5,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

3. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Santa Maria's Beach

daphanie

NT$2,624

NT$3,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

2.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Nathan

NT$4,814

NT$5,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living area

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

5. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Katharine

NT$3,469

NT$4,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

6. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Donald

NT$5,097

NT$5,842 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

7. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Grant

NT$2,705

NT$3,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

8. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

jessika

NT$4,556

NT$5,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

9. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Sara

NT$3,187

NT$4,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

10. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Richard

NT$4,865

NT$5,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette

Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking

11. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Denny

NT$2,152

NT$2,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

12. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

"Despite claims of a recent remodel, the bed was tough and felt like an outdated box-spring. We were stuck next to a loud ice machine that cycled on and off all night; the hotel was full so they couldn’t move us. Walls had unexplained stains running down them, and the bathroom had about five flies we had to swat. There was a mini fridge and microwave; however, there was a coffee maker— no cups, coffee, or tea. No ice bucket or bags either, and the lobby didn’t even have a fork. This was a real...

Isaac

NT$3,132

NT$3,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

13. Aqua Breeze Inn

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Rosa

NT$3,132

NT$3,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Private kitchen

14. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

John

NT$2,221

NT$2,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

15. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Salvador

NT$1,905

NT$2,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

16. Torch Lite Inn

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Nevaeh

NT$2,663

NT$3,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

17. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Priscilla

NT$3,417

NT$3,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Jorge

NT$2,819

NT$3,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Standard King, View, Non-Smoking | Balcony view

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

19. Ocean Gate Inn

Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Hadi

NT$3,560

NT$4,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

20. Capri Motel

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Daniel

NT$1,898

NT$2,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Maria's Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte	9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Carousel Beach Inn	9.2 Wonderful 74 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Marea Sol Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,618 reviews	View

Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was short yet sweet! The stuff were helpful and willing to help in any way.Amenities was enjoyable! We did run out of the pool towels however, we didn’t mind , since it is a heated pool. Thanks for the experience."

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very friendly and helpful! The room was spotless. We loved breakfast in the morning, it was the best."

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Definitely our go to for a staycation! Even though we live 10 miles away, it felt like we had jumped a plane and stepped into another world ❤️"

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay for business or pleasure"

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"

East Cliff Nook

10/10 Excellent

"n/a"

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Seabright Beach

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Sunny Cove Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

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Lincoln Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lincoln Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Moran Lake Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Moran Lake Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Twin Lakes State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Twin Lakes State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Pleasure Point Park

8.2/10 (37 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harbor Beach during your trip to Lower Seabright? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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38th Avenue Beach Access

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Maria's Beach?

Santa Maria's Beach is located in Santa Cruz. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 176 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Maria's Beach?

Adjacent to Santa Maria's Beach, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Another good choice is Bella Notte, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Maria's Beach?

Expedia has 176 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Maria's Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Maria's Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Santa Maria's Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Maria's Beach?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Santa Maria's Beach, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Santa Maria's Beach?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Santa Maria's Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. Carousel Beach Inn

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

5. Marea Sol Hotel

6. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

7. Hitching Post Studios Inn

8. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

9. Rio Vista Suites

10. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

11. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

12. Salt Air Lodge

13. Aqua Breeze Inn

14. Drift Inn

15. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

16. Torch Lite Inn

17. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

19. Ocean Gate Inn

20. Capri Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Maria's Beach

Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Seaside Inn & Suites

Chaminade Resort & Spa

East Cliff Nook

Other attractions near Santa Maria's Beach

Seabright Beach

Sunny Cove Beach

Lincoln Beach

Moran Lake Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach

Pleasure Point Park

Harbor Beach

38th Avenue Beach Access

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