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Top Santa Cruz Beach Hotel

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great location and friendly staff."
The price is CA $301
CA $344 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Staff was wondering. They were very helful to me and my damily. Kids had a great time. I would definitely return"
The price is CA $218
CA $250 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"The boardwalk, wharf and the beach was walking distance. On site restaurant was very nice to have drinks, breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is a long trail to walk along the property. "
The price is CA $403
CA $458 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (817)
"Everything was good "
The price is CA $227
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (393)
"The bed had a weird smell it kind of smelled like cat urine. Bed definitely needs to be replaced but everything else was fine."
The price is CA $247
CA $282 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"good hotel in good location"
The price is CA $233
CA $266 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great staff, breakfast and good location close to most attractions like boardwalk, downtown. Differently will stay there again. "
The price is CA $207
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (399)
"Excellent staff!"
The price is CA $273
CA $309 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Marea Sol Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (940)
"Close to highway and very clean."
The price is CA $202
CA $232 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Near where i was going "
The price is CA $150
CA $189 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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Beach Hotel in Santa Cruz

55

Highest price
CA $403
Cheapest price
CA $135
Number of guest reviews
8,239
Total number of hotels in Santa Cruz
700

 

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Santa Cruz has a lot to offer the traveler dreaming of a beach holiday.
What's the best place for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
Casablanca On The Beach is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 1-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many beach hotels should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 5 beach hotels in Santa Cruz that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Cruz has to offer. If you’re excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Main Beach or Santa Cruz Main Beach. Experience the area’s surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Ocean Street or Pacific Avenue.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
Here’s some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz with ease. To get to Santa Cruz, book a flight to Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. If you’d like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

Recent Reviews in Santa Cruz
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Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

5/5 Excellent
"A great place to stay ..close to the beach and not far from haystack rock and canon beach !"
A verified traveller stayed at Casablanca On The Beach
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Casablanca On The Beach