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

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Pleasure Point
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"I like this hotel I like the location and the breakfast, great place."
United States
Anna Christine
The price is P8,480
P9,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Pleasure Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Nathan
The price is P8,373
P9,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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, 5.3 km from Pleasure Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,350 reviews)
"Great location, very clean property and friendly staff"
United States
Frank
The price is P8,480
P9,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

4. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
2.1 km from Pleasure Point
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location love the staffI'm"
United States
Deborah
The price is P11,957
P13,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Monarch Cove Inn

5. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
2 km from Pleasure Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"This is a very nice hotel that is well maintained and a joy to stay at. The front desk staff is great for any info you may need. We will definately stay here again when we are in Capitola."
United States
Steven
The price is P6,351
P7,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

6. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
1.7 km from Pleasure Point
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (766 reviews)
"Beautiful Inn and great location! Staff was super nice …"
United States
Joseph
The price is P17,449
P23,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Inn at Depot Hill
A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

7. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
1.4 km from Pleasure Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)
"A quaint hotel right smack dab in the middle of town…the free taxi to Shadowbrook was a plus! We walked everywhere which we appreciated as we enjoy a cocktail every now and then."
United States
Michelle
The price is P16,250
P18,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Capitola Hotel

8. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Pleasure Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is P8,470
P9,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.5 km from Pleasure Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,275 reviews)
"Great stay,"
United States
Steve
The price is P7,968
P9,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A conference room with round tables, black chairs, and a carpeted floor.

10. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
3.9 km from Pleasure Point
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel!"
United States
Erica
The price is P9,989
P14,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

11. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Pleasure Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (628 reviews)
"Very comfy beds Hot water Full kitchen Very clean Nice TV channels Very close to beach access Cute lil' breakfast"
United States
Donald
The price is P10,673
P12,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

12. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Pleasure Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (888 reviews)
"The place they gave us was nice. Windows with a nice view. But our fireplace wasn’t working and the heater. It was a chilly night. That wasn’t a good thing."
United States
Cecilia
The price is P12,705
P14,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

13. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Pleasure Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (470 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is P5,026
P5,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

14. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.3 km from Pleasure Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,037 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is P16,884
P19,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
5 km from Pleasure Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,182 reviews)
"We loved the whole ambiance of this property. Our room was great, the grounds were beautiful. Had a great breakfast at the restaurant and there was ample parking very close to our room. We will definitely stay here again."
United States
Michael
The price is P6,625
P7,696 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 4.8 km from Pleasure Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,177 reviews)
"Great hotel close to boardwalk"
United States
jessika
The price is P8,503
P9,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

17. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from Pleasure Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,628 reviews)
"Great Location"
United States
Lisa
The price is P7,413
P8,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Marea Sol Hotel
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

18. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.7 km from Pleasure Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (115 reviews)
"The staff was super helpful and the inn was clean. Location was perfect! The beds were comfortable! Overall great stay!"
United States
Carmen
The price is P5,202
P6,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Carousel Beach Inn
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

19. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 7.3 km from Pleasure Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
KimLien
The price is P6,344
P7,820 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

20. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from Pleasure Point
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,128 reviews)
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
United States
Justin
The price is P3,718
P5,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Seaside Inn & Suites
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Where to stay in Pleasure Point

Find the best Pleasure Point areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with two prominent rock formations and a sandy beach.
Photo by Shereen Ward
Open Photo by Shereen Ward

Westside Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Cruz.

A white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and people.
Photo by Ian Durant
Open Photo by Ian Durant

Eastside Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Monterey Bay and Twin Lakes State Beach while you're in town.

A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.

Beach Hill - Beach Flats

Beach Hill - Beach Flats might not have many top sights, but Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A clock tower, a church, and residential buildings in a hilly town.

Downtown Santa Cruz

Unique features of Downtown Santa Cruz include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pacific Avenue or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History while you're exploring the area.

A beach with people playing and walking.
Photo by Janet Chang
Open Photo by Janet Chang

Upper Seabright

When in Upper Seabright, you can plan a visit to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Pleasure Point Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

8/10 Good
"Fine"
Alejandro 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Pleasure Point?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Santa Cruz's Pleasure Point neighborhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Pleasure Point? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighborhood.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Pleasure Point area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Cruz, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 66 Pleasure Point hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Pleasure Point, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Pleasure Point.
What is there to do around this Santa Cruz neighborhood?
Monterey Bay, 38th Avenue Beach Access, and Pleasure Point Park are just a few attractions to check out in Pleasure Point. You could also plan a visit to The Hook or Moran Lake Beach while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Pleasure Point include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Hooper Beach, and Capitola Wharf. When you're sightseeing in Santa Cruz, Capitola Mercantile and Capitola Beach are also worth a stop.

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