The 10 Best Hotels Near New Brighton State Beach, Aptos from CA $157

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A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

1. Inn at Depot Hill

1.8 km from New Brighton State Beach

Joseph

CA $318

CA $441 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

A table with a wine bottle, a glass, and a vase with a flower.

2. Monarch Cove Inn

1.3 km from New Brighton State Beach

Matthew

CA $270

CA $307 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

3. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.1 km from New Brighton State Beach

Rochelle

CA $136

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A spacious cafe with wooden ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a mural of musicians.

A building with a sign reading "SEACLIF" and a "BAR + KITCHEN" sign. There are parking signs visible, and the building is surrounded by landscaping.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

An outdoor patio with a long table set for dining, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola structure.

4. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.8 km from New Brighton State Beach

John

CA $150

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

A modern interior with a living area, kitchen, and large windows overlooking the sea.

A row of terracotta buildings with balconies, each with a small staircase leading to the entrance.

A coastal scene with buildings along the shore, a sandy beach, and a sunset.

5. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

2.2 km from New Brighton State Beach

Elyse

CA $292

CA $334 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

6. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

8.3 km from New Brighton State Beach

Devin

CA $446

CA $580 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3.3 km from New Brighton State Beach

William

CA $191

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

8. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8.6 km from New Brighton State Beach

Jiexin

CA $280

CA $320 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a vase with flowers, and a sign that reads "Hilton."

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a clear sky, and a parking lot.

A snack and treat display area with shelves of various snacks and a chalkboard sign.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

16.5 km from New Brighton State Beach

Russell

CA $173

CA $200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

10. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

5.7 km from New Brighton State Beach

Julia

CA $85

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining area.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a blue staircase, and green lounge chairs.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

15.1 km from New Brighton State Beach

Joel

CA $156

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a dining area with stacked plates and cups.

A swimming pool area with a diving board, lounge chairs, and a lifebuoy.

A hotel with a central entrance, a covered driveway, and a parking area.

12. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

16.7 km from New Brighton State Beach

Syria

CA $151

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

13. Seascape Beach Resort

Rio del Mar, 5.8 km from New Brighton State Beach

Ryan

CA $264

CA $410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

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

3.2 km from New Brighton State Beach

Michael

CA $162

CA $187 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

8.5 km from New Brighton State Beach

Frank

CA $180

CA $208 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

16. Seaway Inn

8.7 km from New Brighton State Beach

Myla

CA $169

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

17. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

7.9 km from New Brighton State Beach

Grester

CA $165

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

18. Marea Sol Hotel

8.2 km from New Brighton State Beach

Sofia

CA $164

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."

19. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

5.6 km from New Brighton State Beach

Richard

CA $233

CA $267 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

20. Mission Inn

10.5 km from New Brighton State Beach

Judy

CA $130

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Compare popular hotels close to New Brighton State Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Inn at Depot Hill	9.6 Exceptional 769 reviews	View
Monarch Cove Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,184 reviews	View
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals	8.6 Excellent 898 reviews	View

Top New Brighton State Beach Hotel Reviews

Charming, light-filled home - walk to the beach!

10/10 Excellent

"We liked the binder with everything we needed to know and suggestions where to eat and places to visit close by."

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"The property is great. The staff was very helpful, we had several request and they took care of them all. Good property to travel with a dog."

Charming, Sunny Home!

8/10 Good

"Nice"

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it. The only problem is that parking is rough around these parts. But i would definitely do it again. Everything is in walking distance and the vibes are great!!"

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

8/10 Good

"The hotel was nice and had beautiful views of the ocean. The room was much bigger than I expected, which was a pleasant surprise! It was within walking distance of local restaurants, and the beach was just a short walk away, making it easy to get down to the sand and enjoy the ocean. Overall, it was a great location!"

Spacious Getaway – Hot Tub, Big Yard, Near Beach, pet friendly, Great for All!

10/10 Excellent

"This house is perfect for a large family. Plenty of fenced outdoor areas for kids, adults and dogs to play. Kitchen is well stocked. Plenty of beach towels and chairs. There is no air conditioning, but we really enjoyed having the fresh air coming in. Host responds almost immediately to any questions."

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"FUN!"

Inn at Depot Hill

10/10 Excellent

"It is a really lovely property, in a historic building, with very kind staff, a wine hour, fresh breakfast and cookies. It's less than a 5 minute walk to the beach shops too."

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

10/10 Excellent

"Clean. Very quiet. Well stocked kitchen and a supermarket a short drive (<1 mile) if you want to cook a meal. Hosts are proactively communicative and even though they live in the attached larger house, we never saw or heard them."

Other attractions near New Brighton State Beach

A couple walking on a rocky beach with waves crashing nearby.

Potbelly Beach

7.6/10 (7 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potbelly Beach during your trip to Aptos? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A coastal town with colorful buildings, palm trees, and a calm body of water reflecting the architecture.

Capitola Beach

9.2/10 (853 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Capitola Beach during your travels in Capitola? While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Capitola Wharf

9.0/10 (241 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Capitola Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Capitola. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the biking trails.

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A vehicle with a large teddy bear on top, parked on a road.

Hooper Beach

8.2/10 (49 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hooper Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Sante Adairius Rustic Ales

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sante Adairius Rustic Ales during your travels to Capitola. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.

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Esplanade Park Beach

8.8/10 (84 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Esplanade Park Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Capitola Mercantile

8.8/10 (140 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Capitola Mercantile during your visit to Capitola. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Capitola Historical Museum

8.2/10 (38 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Capitola Historical Museum during your trip to Capitola. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around New Brighton State Beach?

New Brighton State Beach is located in Aptos. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 36 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near New Brighton State Beach?

Monarch Cove Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from New Brighton State Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea.

How many hotels should I expect to find near New Brighton State Beach?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from New Brighton State Beach.

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

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to New Brighton State Beach.

What can I see and do near New Brighton State Beach?

Study the collections at Aptos History Museum, Capitola Historical Museum, or Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Pleasure Point Park and Branciforte Dog Park. Seacliff State Beach, Capitola Beach, and Rio Del Mar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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Our top choices for New Brighton State Beach hotels

1. Inn at Depot Hill

2. Monarch Cove Inn

3. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

4. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

6. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

8. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

10. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

12. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

13. Seascape Beach Resort

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

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

16. Seaway Inn

17. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

18. Marea Sol Hotel

19. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

20. Mission Inn

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Top New Brighton State Beach Hotel Reviews

Charming, light-filled home - walk to the beach!

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Charming, Sunny Home!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Spacious Getaway – Hot Tub, Big Yard, Near Beach, pet friendly, Great for All!

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Inn at Depot Hill

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Other attractions near New Brighton State Beach

Potbelly Beach

Capitola Beach

Capitola Wharf

Hooper Beach

Sante Adairius Rustic Ales

Esplanade Park Beach

Capitola Mercantile

Capitola Historical Museum

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