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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (336 reviews)
"Fabulous views, service and food!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is CA $488
CA $625 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Beach/ocean view

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Brian
The price is CA $385
CA $438 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,584 reviews)
"Beachfront and reasonable price will definitely stay again"
United States
Nicole
The price is CA $320
CA $365 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (927 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is CA $203
CA $239 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Pacific Blue Inn
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in a clean and beautifully renovated hotel—I recommend it to everyone!"
United States
Jan
The price is CA $140
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Rio Vista Suites
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,063 reviews)
"Location is great, plenty of parking and the staff is very professional"
United States
Richard
The price is CA $126
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Seaside Inn & Suites
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,276 reviews)
"I love the Hotel Paradox, great amenities, excellent customer service. My favorite hotel for my travels to Santa Cruz"
United States
Kathy
The price is CA $348
CA $397 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Great location, lovely place, clean and comfortable rooms, very friendly staff"
United States
Roxana
The price is CA $207
CA $248 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Mission Inn
Single Room, Non Smoking

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (93 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is CA $121
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Drift Inn
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. All staff were helpful and able to accommodate an additional night’s stay."
United States
CARLA
The price is CA $146
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Property amenity

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,161 reviews)
"Great stay! Easy walk to the boardwalk."
United States
Monique
The price is CA $331
CA $377 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Queen Room

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is CA $140
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Beachview Inn
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (671 reviews)
"Easy parking, great breakfast selection, large rooms and quiet"
United States
Jane
The price is CA $239
CA $274 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (394 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is CA $145
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (606 reviews)
"This property is very quiet and relaxing."
United States
Lynda
The price is CA $390
CA $442 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,219 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joel
The price is CA $270
CA $309 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Free daily continental breakfast

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The location was perfect, very close to the beach and attractions."
United States
Lucia
The price is CA $214
CA $245 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Property grounds

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. Good little spot to staff for a weekend trip. Location is within reasonable walking distant to good and the boardwalk."
United States
Scott newlin
The price is CA $131
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Continental Inn
Reception

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (221 reviews)
"Room and property grounds were clean. Great stay. Will stay again next time"
United States
Sonny
The price is CA $110
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
National 9 Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (880 reviews)
"Great place to stay in the Cruz.Affordable clean and minutes from the Boardwalk"
United States
Carlos
The price is CA $117
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
336 reviews
View
Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,013 reviews
View
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,584 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
927 reviews
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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"Room was nice, location is convenient, and pool/hot tub were nice."
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Surf City Inn and Suites

Hotels near other Santa Cruz Main Beach attractions

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.4/5 (6,089 reviews)
Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park 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 Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Santa Cruz Main 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 192 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Cruz Main Beach, Marea Sol Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Other good options within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Santa Cruz Main Beach.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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