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

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

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.

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

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

13.2 km from Three Mile Beach

Michael

CA $149

CA $172 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

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

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

13.1 km from Three Mile Beach

William

CA $178

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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 modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

3. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

14.3 km from Three Mile Beach

Gail

CA $135

CA $156 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

A spacious living area with a black sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden sideboard. The room features a large window, a wall adorned with framed artwork, and a mirror.

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.

4. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

18 km from Three Mile Beach

John

CA $149

CA $173 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 hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 7.9 km from Three Mile Beach

Frank

CA $177

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

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

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

6. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 10.7 km from Three Mile Beach

Julia

CA $118

CA $223 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Four Points by Sheraton' in front.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, large umbrellas, and a tiled floor.

7. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

13.6 km from Three Mile Beach

Candace

CA $154

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.

A bar area with a curved granite countertop, multiple bar stools, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

8. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

11.4 km from Three Mile Beach

Brandall

CA $151

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

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

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

9. Monarch Cove Inn

15 km from Three Mile Beach

Matthew

CA $268

CA $305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

10. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 7.7 km from Three Mile Beach

Tasia

CA $104

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

A Best Western Plus Inn with a modern design, including a covered entrance and a landscaped area in front.

A spacious living area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through large windows.

11. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

14.9 km from Three Mile Beach

CA $147

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

12. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 8.5 km from Three Mile Beach

Nova

CA $117

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

13. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 8.4 km from Three Mile Beach

Grester

CA $160

CA $186 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

14. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 8.4 km from Three Mile Beach

Natalie

CA $77

CA $113 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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.

15. Inn at Depot Hill

14.5 km from Three Mile Beach

Joseph

CA $328

CA $451 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

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.

16. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.9 km from Three Mile Beach

Judy

CA $129

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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.

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

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

17. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 8.1 km from Three Mile Beach

Sofia

CA $163

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 8.4 km from Three Mile Beach

Jacob

CA $178

CA $206 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

19. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 7.9 km from Three Mile Beach

Marlene

CA $120

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

20. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 8.4 km from Three Mile Beach

Alan

CA $134

CA $155 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites 13.2 km from Three Mile Beach View	Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola 13.1 km from Three Mile Beach View	Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea 14.3 km from Three Mile Beach View	Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 18 km from Three Mile Beach View	La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 7.9 km from Three Mile Beach View
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Top Three Mile Beach Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"It was a very chill and"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Such a wonderful surprise! Wish we could have stayed longer."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place! I’ll be back"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! We will be back."

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

8/10 Good

"Pro's: amazing view of the bay/ocean, very clean and well taken care of. Con's: nterior was smaller than portrayed in photos, but that's standard I am sure in the BnB industry. Due to busy intersection, a lot of traffic and some noise.All in all, would get this place again"

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Very Clean room, helpful staff. Many shops near by and a 15 minute walk to the boardwalk ."

West Cliff Getaway

8/10 Good

"This was a clean and well-stocked house in a wonderful location just off West Cliff Drive. Short walk to Natural Bridges Beach."

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

10/10 Excellent

"It was very clean and comfortable. Walking distance to Natural Bridges, great for sunsets. Better than we had expected. Wonderful hosts."

Other attractions near Three Mile Beach

A coastal landscape with cliffs, a clear sky, and a dirt path.

Fern Grotto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fern Grotto Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and waves crashing against them.

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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Four Mile Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Four Mile Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Sand Plant Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sand Plant Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Red White and Blue Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Red White and Blue Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Wilder Beach Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Wilder Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wilder Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Younger Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Younger Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Three Mile Beach?

Three Mile Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 114 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Three Mile 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 3 mi (4.8 km) from Three Mile Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Mission Inn and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

How many hotels are there close to Three Mile Beach?

Expedia has 114 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Three Mile Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Three Mile Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Three Mile Beach.

What can I see and do near Three Mile Beach?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature captivating exhibits. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, or University Terrace Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Three Mile Beach hotels

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

4. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

6. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

7. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

8. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

9. Monarch Cove Inn

10. Ocean Pacific Lodge

11. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

12. Carousel Beach Inn

13. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

14. Seaside Inn & Suites

15. Inn at Depot Hill

16. Mission Inn

17. Marea Sol Hotel

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

19. Edgewater Beach Inn

20. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Compare top hotels near Three Mile Beach

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Top Three Mile Beach Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Casablanca On The Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

Seaside Inn & Suites

West Cliff Getaway

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

Other attractions near Three Mile Beach

Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Four Mile Beach

Sand Plant Beach

Red White and Blue Beach

Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Wilder Beach

Younger Beach

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