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Our top choices for Lighthouse Field State Beach hotels

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (603 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is P15,391
P20,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,040 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is P13,562
P15,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,364 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is P7,449
P8,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

4. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is P7,887
P9,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Seaway Inn
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.

5. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is P5,779
P7,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Mission Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,657 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is P6,752
P7,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Marea Sol Hotel
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is P6,645
P7,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

8. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is P10,403
P11,917 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

9. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (727 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is P6,623
P7,696 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is P8,448
P9,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

11. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (208 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is P6,144
P7,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Carousel Beach Inn
A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

12. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (962 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is P5,611
P6,712 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Pacific Blue Inn
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1.6 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,552 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is P4,668
P6,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Ocean Pacific Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,364 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is P7,440
P8,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,188 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is P6,913
P8,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Decent place to stay. Good location."
United States
ben
The price is P4,287
P4,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

17. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,286 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is P6,752
P10,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Casablanca On The Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a striped carpet, and a wooden headboard.

18. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"This is one of my favorite places to stay at Santa Cruz very clean and quiet in the front desk gal is very kind and friendly"
United States
WILLIAM
The price is P3,915
P5,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Beachview Inn
A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

19. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Fun funky place would ask for attic room if you go and don’t mind stairs."
United States
Shawna
The price is P5,555
P7,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Rio Vista Suites
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,032 reviews)
"Great place to staying!"
United States
LI
The price is P4,413
P5,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels close to Lighthouse Field State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
603 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,040 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,364 reviews
View
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
328 reviews
View
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.
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,011 reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Lighthouse Field State Beach?

Lighthouse Field State Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 81 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lighthouse Field State Beach?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lighthouse Field State Beach. Other good options close by include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Lighthouse Field State Beach?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lighthouse Field State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lighthouse Field State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Lighthouse Field State Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lighthouse Field State Beach?

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What can I see and do near Lighthouse Field State Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, or Lighthouse Point Park. Sights like Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Neary Lagoon Park.