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Our top choices for Santa Maria's Beach hotels

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view through a glass door.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is NT$2,917
NT$5,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is NT$3,603
NT$4,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is NT$3,369
NT$3,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

4. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,661 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is NT$3,520
NT$4,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Marea Sol Hotel
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

5. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good place for traveler"
United States
Aldo
The price is NT$2,235
NT$2,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

6. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Free parking, free refreshments in lobby, clean room, great smelling toiletries. Walking distance to beach and boardwalk, would definitely stay again."
United States
Reilly
The price is NT$2,895
NT$3,867 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Rio Vista Suites
A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

7. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (500 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is NT$2,514
NT$2,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,184 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is NT$3,603
NT$4,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
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9. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (164 reviews)
"Clean , and close to Santa Cruz boardwalk"
United States
Julio
The price is NT$3,017
NT$3,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Salt Air Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

10. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Location location location"
United States
Marianne
The price is NT$2,691
NT$3,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Aqua Breeze Inn
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

11. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (172 reviews)
"Clean, good location, friendly staff !"
United States
dawn
The price is NT$2,336
NT$2,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Drift Inn
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the outside.

12. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,013 reviews)
"The property was well maintained, and the room itself was super clean. Plus, the staff were really helpful and accommodating during our check in. If you need a place near the boardwalk, totally check these guys out!"
United States
Holly
The price is NT$1,995
NT$2,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

13. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Holly
The price is NT$2,207
NT$2,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Torch Lite Inn
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

14. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved the hot breakfast, The sausage links and waffles made our day. The walkability was perfect to the beach and downtown, we got our steps in! There are more expensive places to stay, but for the price and the added hot breakfast, this place was perfect for people who were in the hotel room a limited time and just wanted a comfy and fresh place to rest up for the next day of fun!"
United States
Heather
The price is NT$2,685
NT$3,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
A modern kitchen with a built-in island, a window with a view of the street, and a bench by the window.

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful staff!! Great Location in relation to boardwalk!!"
United States
jennifer
The price is NT$2,492
NT$2,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a trash bin.

16. Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and warming. The property was really clean and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Excellent service"
United States
Jaedin
The price is NT$3,401
NT$3,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Ocean Gate Inn
A reception area with a framed floral artwork, a bulletin board with various advertisements, a potted orchid, and a sign thanking guests.

17. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
6.6 out of 10, (661 reviews)
"Amazing staff,very helpfull and accommodating! Room was really clean with freshly restored bathroom. Walking distance from boardwalk and convenient stores. Extremely quiet and peacefull We will definitely come back"
United States
Karim
The price is NT$1,807
NT$2,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Capri Motel
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

18. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (609 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is NT$8,774
NT$11,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

19. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (772 reviews)
"Beautiful Inn and great location! Staff was super nice …"
United States
Joseph
The price is NT$6,996
NT$9,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Inn at Depot Hill
A patio with a table and chairs, a view of the sea, and a well-maintained lawn.

20. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful location, room was immaculate, and checkin was a breeze!"
United States
Anh Vu
The price is NT$6,274
NT$7,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Monarch Cove Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Maria's Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view through a glass door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
22 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,661 reviews
View
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View

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Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view through a glass door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Communication is great, Everything went smoothly.
United States
Brenda
Reviewed October 16, 2026
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

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 175 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, a ZenStay Hotel, 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 175 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Maria's Beach.

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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. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, 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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