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Top Trending Hotels Near Santa Cruz Main Beach

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1100)
"Great place to stay"
The price is P5,182
P6,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Good for the price and location"
Rio Vista Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (811)
"Nice place to stay Staff was excellent "
Seaside Inn & Suites

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (908)
"It was a great location to walk to the Broadwalk very convenient. Enjoyed our stay, the hotel was very clean & accommodating. "
The price is P8,085
P9,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great customer service, large room, enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. Quiet, nice breakfast. We will definitely stay here again!"
The price is P6,229
P7,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Mission Inn

Beachview Inn

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Nice place "
The price is P4,944
P6,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Beachview Inn

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Great stay "
The price is P8,666
P9,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (557)
"Close to eating places. "
The price is P8,602
P9,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (246)
"Staff was very friendly and accommodating "
The price is P6,543
P7,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great location and comfortable room"
The price is P5,234
P6,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1109)
"Great room, location, safe environment, clean property, and great breakfast"
The price is P7,882
P9,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Cliff Crest Bed & Breakfast

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (69)
"This bed and breakfast is run by a nice retired couple who are very pleasant and enjoyable to talk to. Super friendly and with lots of stories to share. Clean comfortable facilities, nice breakfast and overall would highly recommend."
The price is P14,657
P16,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Cliff Crest Bed & Breakfast

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1102)
"Great stay"
The price is P5,955
P6,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Very convenient location, clean rooms. Great for families."
The price is P5,758
P6,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Aqua Breeze Inn

Drift Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (21)
"The hotel was good, close to the boulevard and beach"
The price is P4,944
P5,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Drift Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (763)
"The bed was comfortable Close to boardwalk"
The price is P4,450
P5,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (665)
"Really nice property, clean rooms and warm pool! "
The price is P5,182
P7,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Continental Inn

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Nice location and staff."
The price is P4,135
P5,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Continental Inn

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"The room was nice and clean. Close to Boardwalk. Staff were pleasant and helpful. Nice stay. "
The price is P5,438
P6,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Amazing stay!"
The price is P8,355
P9,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Destinations near Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Neary Lagoon Park

Neary Lagoon Park

Explore the great outdoors at Neary Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Santa Cruz Main 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 177 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Adjacent to Santa Cruz Main Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Expedia has 177 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

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What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, and Lighthouse Point Park. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.