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1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Natalya
CA $174
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

2. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.3 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Crystal
CA $106
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Carousel Beach Inn

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
WESTRAY
CA $200
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Hoa
CA $141
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Inn

5. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 5.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Anthony
CA $112
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ocean Pacific Lodge

6. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Justin
CA $79
CA $115 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Seaside Inn & Suites

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
11 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Anna Christine
CA $188
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

8. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Javier
CA $95
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Beachview Inn

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
11 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Nathan
CA $186
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Monika
CA $170
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

11. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Grester
CA $188
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

12. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Andrea
CA $174
CA $285 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Bella Notte

13. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Lisa
CA $153
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Marea Sol Hotel

14. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
12.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Nhu
CA $136
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Steve
CA $193
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

16. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.8 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Julie
CA $195
CA $224 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Beach Street Inn and Suites

17. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
12.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Deborah
CA $266
CA $302 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Monarch Cove Inn

18. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
7.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Paul
CA $176
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Inn At Pasatiempo

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.1 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Grant
CA $114
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Hitching Post Studios Inn

20. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
United States
Bertha
CA $131
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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Compare popular hotels close to Fern Grotto Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room
Carousel Beach Inn
9.2
Wonderful
90 reviews
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Business centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,347 reviews
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Front of property
Mission Inn
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
8.8
Excellent
1,536 reviews
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Top Fern Grotto Beach Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"always love it here it’s absolutely beautiful and perfect locations . The restaurant is awesome and the most comfortable beds ever"
Linda 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"Unfortunately, when we first checked in, we found bedbugs in the bed while doing our usual bed check. We immediately notified the front desk and showed them photos. The staff was very concerned, took the situation seriously, and quickly moved us to a different room far away from the original one. Our new room was very clean, and we had no further issues during our stay. The hotel was extremely accommodating and waived our parking fees and provided us with breakfast, which we really appreciated. Despite the rough start, everyone we interacted with was incredibly kind and helpful. We also had great service at the hotel bar and restaurant. The hot tub was unfortunately out of service and being repaired during our stay, so we weren’t able to use it. However, the pool was amazing and heated, which we really enjoyed! Finding bedbugs was obviously concerning, but I really appreciated how seriously and professionally the staff handled the situation. Their customer service made a big difference in our overall experience."
Nicole 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, comfy bed, great breakfast spread and amenities, free parking. Go Slugs!"
Linda 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely loved our stay. Great and friendly staff. Valet was super welcoming and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The treadmills weren’t working. We didn’t eat breakfast at the hotel. The location was in close proximity to the beach and downtown which was perfect. Overall it was amazing and would definitely book again."
Matthew 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"For the price, it was fine. Clean and easy parking."
Amanda 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

10/10 Excellent
"Liz made our stay so easy. We watched our daughter do The Ironman right from the front porch. The view was spectacular!!we loved the house and location so much."
Jackie H. 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff
Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

8/10 Good
"Everything was good. But there's no washer & dryer which are essential for travelers."
Youngbae H. 9-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges
Mitchell's Cove Beach House

Mitchell's Cove Beach House

10/10 Excellent
"excellent stay"
Natasa D. 11-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Mitchell's Cove Beach House
West Cliff Getaway

West Cliff Getaway

10/10 Excellent
"The house was clean and very spacious. We loved the Keurig and different coffee choices. It was very relaxing sitting in the backyard with a fire pit to warm you in the cool evening. Parking was very ample. It’s located just a few doors down from a most beautiful view of the ocean.Four of us stayed there with our mountain bikes secured in the garage. We plan on returning and booking the same home sometime in the near future.Would highly recommend this house to anyone who wants to enjoy a visit to Santa Cruz."
Robin S. 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
West Cliff Getaway

Other attractions near Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular activities like surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Sand Plant Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sand Plant Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Wilder Beach Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Wilder Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wilder Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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Younger Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Younger Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory during your travels in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.
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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Three Mile Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Three Mile Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fern Grotto Beach?
Fern Grotto Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 266 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Fern Grotto Beach?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Fern Grotto Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Mission Inn.
How many hotels are there near Fern Grotto Beach?
Expedia has 266 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Fern Grotto Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fern Grotto Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Fern Grotto Beach.
What can I see and do near Fern Grotto Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, Lighthouse Point Park, and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, or University Terrace Dog Park.

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