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An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Sand Plant Beach

Natalya

P7,588

P8,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

2. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Sand Plant Beach

KimLien

P6,344

P7,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

3. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Justin

P3,718

P5,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Linda

P7,666

P8,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

5. Inn at Depot Hill

12.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Joseph

P17,449

P23,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

11.3 km from Sand Plant Beach

Anna Christine

P8,465

P9,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

7. Seascape Beach Resort

19 km from Sand Plant Beach

Haleh

P15,413

P22,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

12.5 km from Sand Plant Beach

Steven

P6,351

P7,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

9. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Andrea

P6,745

P11,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

10. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.4 km from Sand Plant Beach

Grant

P5,026

P5,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

11. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16.3 km from Sand Plant Beach

Michael

P6,625

P7,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

12. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 6.5 km from Sand Plant Beach

Kyle

P6,212

P7,142 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

13. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Bertha

P5,845

P6,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

14. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.7 km from Sand Plant Beach

Grester

P8,470

P9,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

15. Inn At Pasatiempo

7.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Paul

P6,346

P7,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 6.6 km from Sand Plant Beach

Siddharth

P4,267

P4,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 6 km from Sand Plant Beach

Frank

P8,480

P9,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

A spacious living area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing natural light.

A Best Western Plus Inn with a modern design, including a covered entrance and a landscaped area in front.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through large windows.

18. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

14.4 km from Sand Plant Beach

Robin

P6,834

P7,806 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, a framed picture, a chair, and a window.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Irinea

P4,706

P5,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

20. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Sand Plant Beach

Michael

P4,461

P5,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Sand Plant Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,014 reviews	View
Seaside Inn & Suites	8.2 Very good 1,128 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	9.0 Wonderful 710 reviews	View
Inn at Depot Hill	9.6 Exceptional 766 reviews	View

Top Sand Plant Beach Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"The Hyatt was beautiful and clean and the staff were helpful. It was my mistake to not have checked the location of our second floor suite. Unfortunately our room was above the kitchen, and facing the street where the valet parking took place well into the evening. Lots of music from cars and the noise of car doors shutting. The staff did supply ear plugs so I slept fine after that. Loved the heated salt water pool and hot tub. Lovely guests and amenities. Breakfast was 5 star. Very nice and would stay again"

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."

Carousel Beach Inn

8/10 Good

"Great place with super location! Loved the waffles and free breakfast"

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"It was a bit over cast but it was good and clean beds was comfy"

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

8/10 Good

"The room was nice but the road noise was very loud. Check in was kind of annoying in that my vehicle license plate number was required to get a parking pass so that meant walking out once to get my plate number then a second time to put the pass in my car. The breakfast was ok too but cold cereal and yogurts would have been a nice addition."

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"I have stayed here every time I go to Santa Cruz. It's close to the boardwalk and it's very well maintained"

Other attractions near Sand Plant Beach

A coastal landscape with cliffs, a clear sky, and a dirt path.

Fern Grotto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fern Grotto Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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A beach with a cave entrance, rocky cliffs, and the ocean.

Wilder Ranch State Park

Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular activities like surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Wilder Beach Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Wilder Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wilder Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Three Mile Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Three Mile Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Younger Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Younger Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory during your travels in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.

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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sand Plant Beach?

Sand Plant Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 231 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Sand Plant 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 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Sand Plant Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Mission Inn.

How many hotels will I find close to Sand Plant Beach?

Expedia has 231 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Sand Plant Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sand Plant Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Sand Plant Beach.

What can I see and do near Sand Plant Beach?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, and University Terrace Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Sand Plant Beach hotels

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

2. Mission Inn

3. Seaside Inn & Suites

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

5. Inn at Depot Hill

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7. Seascape Beach Resort

8. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

9. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

10. Hitching Post Studios Inn

11. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

12. Salt Air Lodge

13. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

14. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

15. Inn At Pasatiempo

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

18. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

20. Beachview Inn

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Top Sand Plant Beach Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Seaside Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Other attractions near Sand Plant Beach

Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Wilder Beach

Three Mile Beach

Younger Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

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