Best Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz
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Beach access
Beach Street Inn And Suites
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
Situated in the Cowell Beach district, this full-service hotel is located in the vicinity of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You will enjoy your visit to Natural Bridges State Sandy Beach, 3.3 km from the Beach Street Inn And Suites.
The property also grants access to family attractions like the steel spinning Undertow Roller Coaster, which are 600 metres away.
Guests can enjoy diving and fishing in the surroundings.
Beach Street Inn And Suites
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
Beach Street Inn And Suites
Situated in the Cowell Beach district, this full-service hotel is located in the vicinity of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You will enjoy your visit to Natural Bridges State Sandy Beach, 3.3 km from the Beach Street Inn And Suites.
The property also grants access to family attractions like the steel spinning Undertow Roller Coaster, which are 600 metres away.
Guests can enjoy diving and fishing in the surroundings.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
The upscale hotel lies just 200 metres from Swimming Dolphins and only 0.9 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Plus the Dream Inn is in proximity to the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre".
This accommodation is also within 25 minutes' walk of the Mission Santa Cruz.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz also provides a heated pool with a hot tub and a paved poolside deck.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
The upscale hotel lies just 200 metres from Swimming Dolphins and only 0.9 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Plus the Dream Inn is in proximity to the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre".
This accommodation is also within 25 minutes' walk of the Mission Santa Cruz.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz also provides a heated pool with a hot tub and a paved poolside deck.
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Top location
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Beach access
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Guests will appreciate a prime location within a few blocks of Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The Ocean View Park is 2.1 km away, while Fluke is 200 metres from the La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham.
This hotel is within 25 minutes' walk of the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
This Santa Cruz hotel also has a heated swimming pool. The accommodation invites guests to join fitness classes held in a 24-hour fitness centre.
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
Guests will appreciate a prime location within a few blocks of Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The Ocean View Park is 2.1 km away, while Fluke is 200 metres from the La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham.
This hotel is within 25 minutes' walk of the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
This Santa Cruz hotel also has a heated swimming pool. The accommodation invites guests to join fitness classes held in a 24-hour fitness centre.
Santa Cruz Hotels on the Beach with Balcony
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Beach access
Beach Lodge
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
- Sun loungers
- Patio
At this 2-bedroom villa you'll be 2.3 km from the Jose Avenue County Park and right around the corner from Schwan Lagoon Waterway. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 25 minutes on foot from the holiday home, while Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster is a 30-minute stroll away.
Educational highlights not far from Beach Lodge include Five Branches University.
Beach Lodge
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
- Sun loungers
- Patio
Beach Lodge
At this 2-bedroom villa you'll be 2.3 km from the Jose Avenue County Park and right around the corner from Schwan Lagoon Waterway. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 25 minutes on foot from the holiday home, while Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster is a 30-minute stroll away.
Educational highlights not far from Beach Lodge include Five Branches University.
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Beach access
Seaway Inn
- Car park
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun loungers
This Santa Cruz motel is nestled in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, 2.4 km from entertainment sites like the performing arts theater "Rio Theatre". Cultural sights in the area are the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum (1.6 km) and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center (0.6 km).
The Seaway Inn will also take you to the Mission Santa Cruz, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.
Seaway Inn
- Car park
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun loungers
Seaway Inn
This Santa Cruz motel is nestled in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, 2.4 km from entertainment sites like the performing arts theater "Rio Theatre". Cultural sights in the area are the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum (1.6 km) and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center (0.6 km).
The Seaway Inn will also take you to the Mission Santa Cruz, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Rooftop pool
The hotel enjoys its beachfront location just 300 metres from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. About 30 minutes on foot from the La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz guests will find the arts theater "Rio Theatre".
The Museum of Art and History is not far from the accommodation.
The La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna for the guests. Guests can also experience the benefits of fitness classes at a fitness club on site. Also, there is a spa salon at guests' disposal.
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Rooftop pool
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
The hotel enjoys its beachfront location just 300 metres from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. About 30 minutes on foot from the La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz guests will find the arts theater "Rio Theatre".
The Museum of Art and History is not far from the accommodation.
The La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna for the guests. Guests can also experience the benefits of fitness classes at a fitness club on site. Also, there is a spa salon at guests' disposal.
Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz On The Beach
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
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Car park
US$ 35 per stay
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
This Santa Cruz hotel is 450 m from the Wide Main Sandy Beach, merely 1.6 km from the Steamer Lane. Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz places you nearly 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
The 65 - acre California Natural Bridges State Beach is also 3.4 km away.
The hotel features a sun terrace, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course for guests' entertaining.
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
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Car park
US$ 35 per stay
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
This Santa Cruz hotel is 450 m from the Wide Main Sandy Beach, merely 1.6 km from the Steamer Lane. Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz places you nearly 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
The 65 - acre California Natural Bridges State Beach is also 3.4 km away.
The hotel features a sun terrace, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course for guests' entertaining.
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Beach access
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
The hotel is within a few blocks of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district. The Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz lies a 25-minute stroll from Seabright State Sandy Beach.
The Ocean View Park can also be found 2.1 km from the comfortable hotel.
This property offers temporary art galleries to keep guests entertained.
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
The hotel is within a few blocks of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district. The Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz lies a 25-minute stroll from Seabright State Sandy Beach.
The Ocean View Park can also be found 2.1 km from the comfortable hotel.
This property offers temporary art galleries to keep guests entertained.
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Beach access
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated 1.2 km from the Cowell Beach, the 4-star hotel is just moments from the Beach Flats Community Garden. The Museum of Art and History lies a 16-minute walk away.
Guests might as well visit Raymond Street Park, which is about 200 metres away. Along with other cultural attractions the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is nestled a 15-minute stroll from the Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk.
Guests can enjoy relaxing after a busy day by swimming in an outdoor swimming pool.
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
Situated 1.2 km from the Cowell Beach, the 4-star hotel is just moments from the Beach Flats Community Garden. The Museum of Art and History lies a 16-minute walk away.
Guests might as well visit Raymond Street Park, which is about 200 metres away. Along with other cultural attractions the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is nestled a 15-minute stroll from the Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk.
Guests can enjoy relaxing after a busy day by swimming in an outdoor swimming pool.
Pet Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz on The Beach
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Guest favorite
Maple Tree Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
The inn is located 2.8 km from the De Anza Park and 5 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. Guests can quickly get to La Hacienda Shopping Center, which is a mere 6 minutes' walk away.
Maple Tree Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Maple Tree Inn
The inn is located 2.8 km from the De Anza Park and 5 km from Mineta San Jose International airport. Guests can quickly get to La Hacienda Shopping Center, which is a mere 6 minutes' walk away.
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Great deal
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Private beach
Hi Point Montara Lighthouse
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Such city attractions as the Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space, which is a 10-minute drive from the guest house, and the Gray Whale Cove Trail, which is 2.6 km away, are well worth a visit. A private beach is located within a 600-metre distance of the Hi Point Montara Lighthouse.
This comfortable hotel features a sundeck, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. The property organises a wide variety of activities such as hiking and cycling.
Hi Point Montara Lighthouse
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Hi Point Montara Lighthouse
Such city attractions as the Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space, which is a 10-minute drive from the guest house, and the Gray Whale Cove Trail, which is 2.6 km away, are well worth a visit. A private beach is located within a 600-metre distance of the Hi Point Montara Lighthouse.
This comfortable hotel features a sundeck, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. The property organises a wide variety of activities such as hiking and cycling.
The Monarch Resort
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located 150 metres from the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links, the 3-star hotel lies 3.1 km from shopping venues such as Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall. The Monarch Resort is also a short way from the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History in Pacific Grove.
While staying at this property, guests get quick access to the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, which is about 5 minutes' walk away.
The Monarch Resort features a sun terrace and a golf course.
The Monarch Resort
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Monarch Resort
Located 150 metres from the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links, the 3-star hotel lies 3.1 km from shopping venues such as Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall. The Monarch Resort is also a short way from the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History in Pacific Grove.
While staying at this property, guests get quick access to the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, which is about 5 minutes' walk away.
The Monarch Resort features a sun terrace and a golf course.
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Beach access
Spindrift Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
Located 13 minutes' walk from the Breakwater Cove, the hotel is also about a 25-minute walk from the Monterey Conference Center. Attractions within walking distance include the nonprofit public Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Steinbeck Wax Museum.
Only 1.8 km from Old Fisherman's Wharf is a perk for guests staying at the Spindrift Inn Monterey.
Spindrift Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
Spindrift Inn
Located 13 minutes' walk from the Breakwater Cove, the hotel is also about a 25-minute walk from the Monterey Conference Center. Attractions within walking distance include the nonprofit public Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Steinbeck Wax Museum.
Only 1.8 km from Old Fisherman's Wharf is a perk for guests staying at the Spindrift Inn Monterey.
Bay Landing Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Attractions, located around 10 minutes' drive from this Burlingame hotel, include the bayside park "Coyote Point Recreation Area".
Guests will also be able to visit the City of Burlingame Seabird Sanctuary, located just around the corner from the Bay Landing.
Additionally, a sundeck and a golf course are provided.
Bay Landing Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Bay Landing Hotel
Attractions, located around 10 minutes' drive from this Burlingame hotel, include the bayside park "Coyote Point Recreation Area".
Guests will also be able to visit the City of Burlingame Seabird Sanctuary, located just around the corner from the Bay Landing.
Additionally, a sundeck and a golf course are provided.
Dinah'S Garden Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Heated swimming pool
The family-friendly Monta Loma Park is about a 10-minute drive from this Palo Alto hotel, while the Computer History Museum is nearly 15 minutes' drive away. The grassy Mitchell Park, which is 2.6 km from the Dinah'S Garden Palo Alto, is one of nearby attractions.
Cultural experiences in the area feature the Google Android Lawn Statues, situated within 20 minutes' drive of the hotel.
To relax after a busy day, an outdoor swimming pool is provided on site.
Dinah'S Garden Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Heated swimming pool
Dinah'S Garden Hotel
The family-friendly Monta Loma Park is about a 10-minute drive from this Palo Alto hotel, while the Computer History Museum is nearly 15 minutes' drive away. The grassy Mitchell Park, which is 2.6 km from the Dinah'S Garden Palo Alto, is one of nearby attractions.
Cultural experiences in the area feature the Google Android Lawn Statues, situated within 20 minutes' drive of the hotel.
To relax after a busy day, an outdoor swimming pool is provided on site.
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Eco-friendly stay
Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
US$ 18 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Mystery Spot is also located 2.9 km from this comfortable hotel.
The Hilton Santa Cruz features a hot tub near a heated outdoor swimming pool.
Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
US$ 18 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
The Mystery Spot is also located 2.9 km from this comfortable hotel.
The Hilton Santa Cruz features a hot tub near a heated outdoor swimming pool.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Beach Street Inn And Suites |
9.0 / 10 (1323 Reviews) |
From 279$ | |
| Dream Inn Santa Cruz |
8.7 / 10 (725 Reviews) |
From 222$ | |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz |
8.7 / 10 (1214 Reviews) |
From 255$ | |
| Beach Lodge |
9.1 / 10 (30 Reviews) |
From 270$ | |
| Seaway Inn |
8.5 / 10 (150 Reviews) |
From 99$ |
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