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Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz

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Beachside retreat

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Set in Santa Cruz, the recently renovated Beachside retreat offers accommodation 400 metres from Sunny Cove Beach and 4.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$270
1 night, 2 adults

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Well situated in Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.

B
Beatrice
From
Italy
Very comfy beds! I missed it already! The room was very nice with a huge bathroom and everything impeccably clean! Heated pool is a plus together with the fitness centre.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,200 reviews
Price from
US$128.35
1 night, 2 adults

Casablanca Inn on The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located across the street from the Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Casablanca Inn on The Beach overlooks Monterey Bay. Free WiFi and ocean views are featured in most rooms.

T
Tina
From
Slovenia
Amazing location, very nice and clean room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,890 reviews
Price from
US$140
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Centrally located in Santa Cruz, this inn is across from Main Beach. The inn features a courtyard area with picnic tables, an outdoor pool and guest rooms with free WiFi.

A
Armin
From
Germany
The shower is phenomenal, the complimentary coffee variants, the snow scones and popcorn were super cool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,425 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Discover a modern coastal escape at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages, located just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay.

L
Lesley
From
United Kingdom
The property was very close to the sea and you could site on the community Deck and just relax. The cottage had everything a family could need , was clean nicely decorated and was ideal for our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Price from
US$209
1 night, 2 adults

Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

A short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf in California, the Seaway Inn offers easy beach access and comfortably furnished rooms with free WiFi.

L
Lauren
From
Australia
Fantastic location. Lovely, comfortable room and the friendliest staff. I only wish I could have stayed longer.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
US$179
1 night, 2 adults

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

This beachfront hotel is located next to Santa Cruz’s famous boardwalk and steps from the city centre, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family holiday or romantic...

T
Tzana
From
Canada
Location was amazing! Falling asleep to the lapping waves was priceless.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
Price from
US$239
1 night, 2 adults

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Santa Cruz Boardwalk, Santa Cruz

Facing the beachfront, La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers 5-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$279.20
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

This California hotel is one block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a seasonal outdoor heated pool and rooms include a flat-screen cable TV with HBO.

W
Whitney
From
United States
The room was very nice for the value, staff was excellent, 5 minute walk to the boardwalk.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews
Price from
US$110.16
1 night, 2 adults

Fern River Resort

Felton (Near Santa Cruz)

Featuring access to the private River Beach, this Felton resort is 8 miles away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. A campfire and game areas are featured.

L
Liz
From
United States
location! such a beautiful atmosphere
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews
Price from
US$77.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Beachside retreat

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Set in Santa Cruz, the recently renovated Beachside retreat offers accommodation 400 metres from Sunny Cove Beach and 4.1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$270
1 night, 2 adults

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Well situated in Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.

B
Beatrice
From
Italy
Very comfy beds! I missed it already! The room was very nice with a huge bathroom and everything impeccably clean! Heated pool is a plus together with the fitness centre.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,200 reviews
Price from
US$128.35
1 night, 2 adults

Casablanca Inn on The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located across the street from the Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Casablanca Inn on The Beach overlooks Monterey Bay. Free WiFi and ocean views are featured in most rooms.

T
Tina
From
Slovenia
Amazing location, very nice and clean room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,890 reviews
Price from
US$140
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Centrally located in Santa Cruz, this inn is across from Main Beach. The inn features a courtyard area with picnic tables, an outdoor pool and guest rooms with free WiFi.

A
Armin
From
Germany
The shower is phenomenal, the complimentary coffee variants, the snow scones and popcorn were super cool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,425 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Discover a modern coastal escape at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages, located just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay.

L
Lesley
From
United Kingdom
The property was very close to the sea and you could site on the community Deck and just relax. The cottage had everything a family could need , was clean nicely decorated and was ideal for our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Price from
US$209
1 night, 2 adults

Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

A short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf in California, the Seaway Inn offers easy beach access and comfortably furnished rooms with free WiFi.

L
Lauren
From
Australia
Fantastic location. Lovely, comfortable room and the friendliest staff. I only wish I could have stayed longer.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
US$179
1 night, 2 adults

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

This beachfront hotel is located next to Santa Cruz’s famous boardwalk and steps from the city centre, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family holiday or romantic...

T
Tzana
From
Canada
Location was amazing! Falling asleep to the lapping waves was priceless.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
Price from
US$239
1 night, 2 adults

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Santa Cruz Boardwalk, Santa Cruz

Facing the beachfront, La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers 5-star accommodation in Santa Cruz and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$279.20
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

This California hotel is one block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a seasonal outdoor heated pool and rooms include a flat-screen cable TV with HBO.

W
Whitney
From
United States
The room was very nice for the value, staff was excellent, 5 minute walk to the boardwalk.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews
Price from
US$110.16
1 night, 2 adults

Fern River Resort

Felton (Near Santa Cruz)

Featuring access to the private River Beach, this Felton resort is 8 miles away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. A campfire and game areas are featured.

L
Liz
From
United States
location! such a beautiful atmosphere
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews
Price from
US$77.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a beach hotel?

There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,425 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,200 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,890 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Felton

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews

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Avg. price/night: US$155.62
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,425 reviews
Spacious room, lovely terrace over looking the sea. Staff were friendly and helpful. Pool and fire pit were great to have. I liked the teas and coffees, popcorn and snow cones offered throughout the day. Location was amazing right on the beach.
Guest review by
claire
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$272.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
We had a double queen overlooking the beach and ocean - it was an amazing view. Lovely hotel, fabulous pool area with direct access to the beach and volleyball courts. Right next to the pier and boardwalk. Décor of the room was fun and stayed with the surfing theme Valet parking was on $5 more than self parking - so why wouldn't you?
Guest review by
Sarah
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$272.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
Excellent location right on the beach. Rooms had balcony and view of the beach/ocean. Rooms well appointed. Beds very comfortable. Valet parking reasonable and very convenient. Lots of restaurants within a ten minute walk to the pier or the boardwalk. Recommended.
Guest review by
Peter
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$155.62
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,425 reviews
Authentic American seaside town accommodation - right on the Ocean with easy walk to the pier and boardwalk. Lovely staff who were helpful and service orientated.
Guest review by
robert
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$144.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,890 reviews
The room was an ocean view and stunning! Large space and immaculate. An unobstructed view of Sunrise/sunsets was amazing. Pricepoint extremely reasonable during the week. I absolutely loved opening my door and sitting in comfy chair on balcony looking out on beach.
Guest review by
Pamela
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$272.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
Location is the main selling point of this hotel. On the beach, sea view, sound of ocean waves as you fall asleep. The adjacent Jack ONeill restaurant was very good as well. Not pretentious, great views as well of the beach and high quality food.
Guest review by
Jennifer
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$272.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
I loved the bar near the hot tub and fact area is right on the beach. The pool was perfectly heated to an ideal temperature despite it being cool outside.
Guest review by
Robin
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$144.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,890 reviews
The location is amazing, right on the beach and boardwalk. Just a beautiful and amazing view.
Guest review by
CARLOS
Group