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
This full-service hotel is nestled 2.4 km from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach and 3.3 km from Natural Bridges State Sandy Beach. You can reach the centre of Santa Cruz in 15 minutes on foot.
Swimming Dolphins is approximately 5 minutes' walk away, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk can be found in the vicinity of the Beach Street Inn And Suites.
Guests can also enjoy diving and fishing.
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
This full-service hotel is nestled 2.4 km from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach and 3.3 km from Natural Bridges State Sandy Beach. You can reach the centre of Santa Cruz in 15 minutes on foot.
Swimming Dolphins is approximately 5 minutes' walk away, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk can be found in the vicinity of the Beach Street Inn And Suites.
Guests can also enjoy diving and fishing.
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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
Located only 200 metres from Swimming Dolphins, the upscale hotel is right near Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" is 1.3 km from the Dream Inn.
This accommodation is within 25 minutes' walk of the Mission Santa Cruz.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Located only 200 metres from Swimming Dolphins, the upscale hotel is right near Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" is 1.3 km from the Dream Inn.
This accommodation is within 25 minutes' walk of the Mission Santa Cruz.
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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
This hotel boasts a prime setting within a few blocks of Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The Ocean View Park is also 2.1 km from the La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham.
The property is situated within easy reach of Fluke.
At this accommodation, guests can enjoy fitness classes in a fitness club.
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
This hotel boasts a prime setting within a few blocks of Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The Ocean View Park is also 2.1 km from the La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham.
The property is situated within easy reach of Fluke.
At this accommodation, guests can enjoy fitness classes in a fitness club.
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
The Ocean View Park is 2.1 km away, while the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.4 km from this holiday home. Guests will enjoy proximity to Five Branches University, an educational site located 13 minutes' walk away.
Other popular attractions include the Blacks Beach, which is 2.2 km away.
Beach Lodge
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
- Sun loungers
- Patio
Beach Lodge
The Ocean View Park is 2.1 km away, while the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.4 km from this holiday home. Guests will enjoy proximity to Five Branches University, an educational site located 13 minutes' walk away.
Other popular attractions include the Blacks Beach, which is 2.2 km away.
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Beach access
Seaway Inn
- Car park
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun loungers
The movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" is only 1.1 km from this Santa Cruz hotel, while the Sky Glider is just 650 metres from the location. The Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, where the Seaway Inn Santa Cruz sits, grants access to cultural attractions like the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, which is approximately a 5-minute drive away.
Families travelling to Santa Cruz will enjoy being in the vicinity of Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster.
Seaway Inn
- Car park
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun loungers
Seaway Inn
The movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre" is only 1.1 km from this Santa Cruz hotel, while the Sky Glider is just 650 metres from the location. The Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, where the Seaway Inn Santa Cruz sits, grants access to cultural attractions like the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, which is approximately a 5-minute drive away.
Families travelling to Santa Cruz will enjoy being in the vicinity of Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Rooftop pool
The hotel offers a place to stay in the Westside Santa Cruz district, right around the corner from the Wide Main Sandy Beach. Also, the performing arts theater "Rio Theatre" is situated 2.1 km from the La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz.
The Museum of Art and History lies approximately 5 minutes' drive away.
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Rooftop pool
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
The hotel offers a place to stay in the Westside Santa Cruz district, right around the corner from the Wide Main Sandy Beach. Also, the performing arts theater "Rio Theatre" is situated 2.1 km from the La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz.
The Museum of Art and History lies approximately 5 minutes' drive away.
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 course
- Sun terrace
This Santa Cruz inn stands in the entertainment Westside Santa Cruz district, nearly 25 minutes' walk from the religious sites like the Mission Santa Cruz. Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz places you about 100 metres from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Dutra Overlook Park, located only an 8-minute walk away. The property is situated in the vicinity of the 65 - acre California Natural Bridges State Beach, while Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station lies merely 0.8 km away.
The hotel offers a sun terrace, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course.
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
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Car park
US$ 35 per stay
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
This Santa Cruz inn stands in the entertainment Westside Santa Cruz district, nearly 25 minutes' walk from the religious sites like the Mission Santa Cruz. Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz places you about 100 metres from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Dutra Overlook Park, located only an 8-minute walk away. The property is situated in the vicinity of the 65 - acre California Natural Bridges State Beach, while Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station lies merely 0.8 km away.
The hotel offers a sun terrace, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course.
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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 course
- Sun terrace
Such city attractions as the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach, which is just 1.8 km from the comfortable hotel, and Seabright State Sandy Beach, which is 25 minutes' walk away, are well worth a visit. At the Howard Johnson By Wyndham you'll be within a 300-metre distance of Cowell Beach.
This accommodation is located a 30-minute stroll from the Ocean View Park.
A swimming pool, a sundeck, and a picnic area are provided at this Santa Cruz hotel. Guests can have access to a business centre, and make use of a photocopy machine and complimentary wireless internet access.
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
Such city attractions as the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach, which is just 1.8 km from the comfortable hotel, and Seabright State Sandy Beach, which is 25 minutes' walk away, are well worth a visit. At the Howard Johnson By Wyndham you'll be within a 300-metre distance of Cowell Beach.
This accommodation is located a 30-minute stroll from the Ocean View Park.
A swimming pool, a sundeck, and a picnic area are provided at this Santa Cruz hotel. Guests can have access to a business centre, and make use of a photocopy machine and complimentary wireless internet access.
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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
The Cowell Beach is within reach of this hotel, and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is situated 1.2 km away. The Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk is located in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, a 16-minute stroll from Seabright Beach.
Guests might as well visit Raymond Street Park, which is about 200 metres away. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is within a few blocks of this 2-star hotel.
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
The Cowell Beach is within reach of this hotel, and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is situated 1.2 km away. The Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk is located in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, a 16-minute stroll from Seabright Beach.
Guests might as well visit Raymond Street Park, which is about 200 metres away. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is within a few blocks of this 2-star hotel.
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
Sunnyvale centre can be reached within 20 minutes' walk. This 3-star hotel is also fairly close to La Hacienda Shopping Center in Sunnyvale.
The Maple Tree Inn is within a 15-minute drive of the 112 - acre California's Great America Amusement Park.
Maple Tree Inn features a sun terrace and a golf course, as well as a fitness studio located on-site. A wellness area will surely help you switch off. Also, there is a conference centre along with conference equipment and a photocopier at guests' disposal.
Maple Tree Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Maple Tree Inn
Sunnyvale centre can be reached within 20 minutes' walk. This 3-star hotel is also fairly close to La Hacienda Shopping Center in Sunnyvale.
The Maple Tree Inn is within a 15-minute drive of the 112 - acre California's Great America Amusement Park.
Maple Tree Inn features a sun terrace and a golf course, as well as a fitness studio located on-site. A wellness area will surely help you switch off. Also, there is a conference centre along with conference equipment and a photocopier at guests' disposal.
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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
Montara centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The Gray Whale Cove Trail is a stone's throw from this 2-star hotel, while Cabrillo Highway & 16th Street bus stop is about 100 metres away.
The private beach is 7 minutes' walk away. The Hi Point Montara Lighthouse is 3.2 km from the sheltered Gray Whale Cove State Beach.
Such activities as hiking and cycling are also provided.
Hi Point Montara Lighthouse
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Hi Point Montara Lighthouse
Montara centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The Gray Whale Cove Trail is a stone's throw from this 2-star hotel, while Cabrillo Highway & 16th Street bus stop is about 100 metres away.
The private beach is 7 minutes' walk away. The Hi Point Montara Lighthouse is 3.2 km from the sheltered Gray Whale Cove State Beach.
Such activities as hiking and cycling are also provided.
The Monarch Resort
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 3-star hotel is located 150 metres from the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links and 750 metres from Asilomar State Beach. The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is a short way from the Monarch Resort, while Monterey Peninsula airport is 5 km from it.
You can enjoy the proximity to the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, which is about 5 minutes' walk away.
The Monarch Resort has an outdoor swimming pool as well as a hot tub.
The Monarch Resort
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Monarch Resort
The 3-star hotel is located 150 metres from the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links and 750 metres from Asilomar State Beach. The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is a short way from the Monarch Resort, while Monterey Peninsula airport is 5 km from it.
You can enjoy the proximity to the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, which is about 5 minutes' walk away.
The Monarch Resort has an outdoor swimming pool as well as a hot tub.
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Beach access
Spindrift Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
The inn is 1 km from the Breakwater Cove and about a 20-minute walk from Old Fisherman's Wharf. The Monterey Conference Center is right around the corner from the Spindrift Inn, while Cannery Row / Prescott bus stop is approximately 100 metres away.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Shoreline Park, located 7 minutes' walk away. For sport fans this 3-star hotel offers access to Monterey Pines Golf Club, which is 2 km away.
Spindrift Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
Spindrift Inn
The inn is 1 km from the Breakwater Cove and about a 20-minute walk from Old Fisherman's Wharf. The Monterey Conference Center is right around the corner from the Spindrift Inn, while Cannery Row / Prescott bus stop is approximately 100 metres away.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Shoreline Park, located 7 minutes' walk away. For sport fans this 3-star hotel offers access to Monterey Pines Golf Club, which is 2 km away.
Bay Landing Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
The distance to the 670-acre park "Coyote Point Recreation Area" is nearly 10 minutes' drive away.
The Bay Landing Burlingame offers close proximity to Coyote Point Public Beach, which is located 3.9 km away and helps strengthen mental and physical health.
The property features a sun deck and a golf course on site.
Bay Landing Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Bay Landing Hotel
The distance to the 670-acre park "Coyote Point Recreation Area" is nearly 10 minutes' drive away.
The Bay Landing Burlingame offers close proximity to Coyote Point Public Beach, which is located 3.9 km away and helps strengthen mental and physical health.
The property features a sun deck and a golf course on site.
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
This comfortable hotel is situated in the business district of Scotts Valley, in close proximity to the restaurant Mountain Mike's. The Hilton Santa Cruz is within a 10-minute drive of Lodato Park and 36 km from San Jose.
Guests will also enjoy proximity to Mount Alexander, which is approximately metres away. Entertainment in the area includes the movie theater "Rio Theatre" within 7 km of this accommodation.
This Scotts Valley hotel also provides a heated outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. Guests will appreciate whale watching arranged by this hotel. Finally, Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley hotel houses a meeting room and a conference space featuring conference equipment and a xerox.
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
This comfortable hotel is situated in the business district of Scotts Valley, in close proximity to the restaurant Mountain Mike's. The Hilton Santa Cruz is within a 10-minute drive of Lodato Park and 36 km from San Jose.
Guests will also enjoy proximity to Mount Alexander, which is approximately metres away. Entertainment in the area includes the movie theater "Rio Theatre" within 7 km of this accommodation.
This Scotts Valley hotel also provides a heated outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. Guests will appreciate whale watching arranged by this hotel. Finally, Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley hotel houses a meeting room and a conference space featuring conference equipment and a xerox.
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 |
8.9 / 10 (1350 Reviews) |
From 279$ | |
| Dream Inn Santa Cruz |
8.8 / 10 (742 Reviews) |
From 222$ | |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz |
8.7 / 10 (1239 Reviews) |
From 186$ | |
| Beach Lodge |
9.2 / 10 (23 Reviews) |
From 340$ | |
| Seaway Inn |
8.5 / 10 (139 Reviews) |
From 99$ |
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