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Terrace/patio

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
United States
Natalya
The price is CA $201
CA $232 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed

2. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,084 reviews)
"Good location. Clean room. Friendly staff. I had a great rest!"
United States
Nelli
The price is CA $103
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Seaside Inn & Suites
Front of property

3. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and the staff was all friendly and helpful!"
United States
Emily
The price is CA $182
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Mission Inn
Front of property

4. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 5.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,495 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
United States
Lawrence
The price is CA $125
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Exterior

5. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,584 reviews)
"Very convenient hotel location for the boardwalk."
United States
Clarissa
The price is CA $213
CA $245 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Marea Sol Hotel
Queen Room

6. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jay
The price is CA $135
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Beachview Inn
Surfing/boogie boarding

7. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (264 reviews)
"Convenient and clean - rooms were large, and beds were comfortable."
United States
Cristina
The price is CA $258
CA $296 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Seaway Inn
Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.3 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Patricia
The price is CA $202
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Carousel Beach Inn
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

9. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
12.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very charming old house on a beautiful point overlooking the bay covered in trees absolutely one of the most scenic places i have ever stayed."
United States
William
The price is CA $268
CA $304 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Monarch Cove Inn
Family Studio

10. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is CA $168
CA $280 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Bella Notte
Property amenity

11. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
7.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, nice restaurant, good location!!"
United States
Sandra
The price is CA $209
CA $239 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Inn At Pasatiempo
Garden

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.1 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (436 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet Was with my kids and felt safe"
United States
Melanie
The price is CA $150
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Lobby

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
11 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable room, very helpful staff, great breakfast offered Bathroom very nice and clean"
United States
Aprille
The price is CA $237
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
11 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean and breakfast was amazing."
United States
Kate
The price is CA $225
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Business centre

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,337 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and the location was amazing!"
United States
Bethany
The price is CA $261
CA $299 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

16. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (692 reviews)
"Very quiet, great breakfast selections, and near walking distance to restaurants!"
United States
Monika
The price is CA $206
CA $237 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio

17. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"We really enjoyed the pool, free breakfast, clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
Susana
The price is CA $226
CA $259 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Property amenity

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 6.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,151 reviews)
"We love the location, friendly staff, and cleanliness of this hotel. We have stayed her more then one time and every time it's great."
United States
Holly
The price is CA $226
CA $259 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lobby

19. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
12.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Clen room and friendly staff."
United States
Jose
The price is CA $154
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

20. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,300 reviews)
"love staying here"
United States
Cecelia
The price is CA $156
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,084 reviews
View
Front of property
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,495 reviews
View
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,584 reviews
View

Top Fern Grotto Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"We had a very good stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz. The hotel was clean, modern, and comfortable. Our room was spacious, quiet, and well maintained, and the beds were very comfortable. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay, making check-in and check-out quick and easy. The location was convenient, with easy access to downtown Santa Cruz, the Beach Boardwalk, restaurants, and other attractions. While the complimentary breakfast was fairly basic and could be improved with more variety and higher-quality options, it was adequate for a quick start to the day. Overall, the hotel offered excellent value for the price. We would happily stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, and well-located place to stay in Santa Cruz."
Jocelyne 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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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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 264 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?
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Fern Grotto Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Mission Inn and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.
How many hotels are there near Fern Grotto Beach?
Expedia has 264 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, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, and Lighthouse Point Park. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Williams-Reynolds House 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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