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Our top choices for Lighthouse Field State Beach hotels

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (602 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is CA $345
CA $466 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,040 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is CA $304
CA $347 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,364 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is CA $167
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is CA $130
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Mission Inn
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

5. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is CA $170
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Seaway Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,657 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is CA $151
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Marea Sol Hotel
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

7. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is CA $235
CA $269 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is CA $149
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is CA $189
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (727 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is CA $148
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

11. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is CA $138
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Carousel Beach Inn
A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

12. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (962 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is CA $126
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Pacific Blue Inn
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1.6 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,552 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is CA $105
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Ocean Pacific Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,364 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is CA $167
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,188 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is CA $155
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Decent place to stay. Good location."
United States
ben
The price is CA $90
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

17. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,285 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is CA $151
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Casablanca On The Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a striped carpet, and a wooden headboard.

18. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"This is one of my favorite places to stay at Santa Cruz very clean and quiet in the front desk gal is very kind and friendly"
United States
WILLIAM
The price is CA $88
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Beachview Inn
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.

19. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Fun funky place would ask for attic room if you go and don’t mind stairs."
United States
Shawna
The price is CA $124
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Rio Vista Suites
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,032 reviews)
"Great place to staying!"
United States
LI
The price is CA $86
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels close to Lighthouse Field State Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
602 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,040 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,364 reviews
View
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,010 reviews
View
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
328 reviews
View

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Top Lighthouse Field State Beach Hotel Reviews

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Location was fabulous, unfortunately boardwalk closed as it was a weekday in October. Room 204, very clean. Towels nice quality. Beds very comfortable. Shower good. Nice walk to pier for restaurants. Staff very friendly and efficient. Parking not an issue but was October, off season. Would stay again.
Canada
Jacqueline
Reviewed October 17, 2026
Carousel Beach Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Lighthouse Field State Beach?

Lighthouse Field State Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 81 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lighthouse Field State 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 just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lighthouse Field State Beach. Other good options close by include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Lighthouse Field State Beach?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lighthouse Field State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lighthouse Field State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Lighthouse Field State Beach.

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What can I see and do near Lighthouse Field State Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, or Lighthouse Point Park. Sights like Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Neary Lagoon Park.

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