Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz, California

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Top Santa Cruz Beach Hotels

Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"The location perfect walking distance to everything. Paula is the one who helped us check in she was amazing and she suggested a restaurant on the pier and she nailed it. Paula has so much knowledge about santa cruz and thing to todo. I would definitely ask her before going out. Can't wait to come back. "
The price is P 8,597
per night
May 7 - May 8
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"What a great experience! Ocean views, great rooms and right on the beach!! The staff is wonderful, and it is a short walk to the pier, boardwalk and Pacific avenue. I highly recommend this hotel, above 5 star!"
The price is P 14,285
per night
May 21 - May 22
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Friendly staff. Dog friendly. Quiet surrounding. Walking distant to beach/boardwalk. "
The price is P 5,112
per night
May 28 - May 29
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1219)
"It has the best location. Right in town Where you can see the ocean and boardwalk from the shared balcony space. "
The price is P 8,549
per night
May 6 - May 7
Casablanca On The Beach
Fountain
Rio Sands Hotel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"This is a well maintained older hotel. No elevator but if you don't mind stairs it's fine. The room was quiet, and bed was comfortable (except like most hotels, the pillows were too hard and bulky). This was a good deal for the price in Aptos! You have to request the room be made up or else it's not. Breakfast was decent. There is a restaurant/bar that's not bad, just an easy walk around the corner but that's not open Monday and Tuesday."
The price is P 9,810
per night
May 13 - May 14
Rio Sands Hotel
Property grounds
Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (126)
"Me my family and friends have made this hotel our 1st choice when traveling to Santa Cruz, you can’t beat the price and conveniently close to board walk. And the staff is great. "
Salt Air Lodge
Outdoor pool
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1010)
"Friendly and welcoming staff. Furniture in room is in good shape. Nice decor. Ton of parking. "
The price is P 7,266
per night
May 19 - May 20
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Close by to everything "
The price is P 3,959
per night
May 5 - May 6
Beachview Inn
Lobby
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Everything great except the parking, did not like to leave my car in the back ally. "
The price is P 5,679
per night
May 21 - May 22
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Aerial view
Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Love the murals & the turquoise building. The deck by our room on the second floor was handy for gathering. Great location. The room was clean. The only thing I didn't like was the soap/shampoo...very thin & no lather, but got some real shampoo at the desk.Could have used another blanket too. All in all, we had a good time."
The price is P 4,724
per night
May 15 - May 16
Aqua Breeze Inn
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Santa Cruz Beach Hotels information

 

Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz

83

Highest price
P14,285
Cheapest price
P3,959
Number of guest reviews
9,373
Total number of hotels in Santa Cruz
709

 

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Santa Cruz has a lot to offer the traveler dreaming of a beach holiday.
What's the best place for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
Casablanca On The Beach is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 1-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many beach hotels should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 5 beach hotels in Santa Cruz that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Cruz has to offer. If you’re excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Main Beach or Santa Cruz Main Beach. Experience the area’s surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Ocean Street or Pacific Avenue.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
Here’s some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz with ease. To get to Santa Cruz, book a flight to Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. If you’d like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

Recent Reviews in Santa Cruz
Expedia verified reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

5/5 Excellent
"Pleasure to revisit."
A verified traveler from Patterson stayed at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Posted 11 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley